Crop Report Prepared by: Manitoba Agriculture, Food and Rural Initiatives GO Teams & Crops Knowledge Centre
May 22, 2012 |

Northwest Region

Across the Northwest Region, dry conditions and occasional high winds allowed for steady and widespread seeding operations. Soil moisture levels are still adequate; however, there are areas across the region where lighter soils are drier. A general rain would be welcomed across the region.

Up to 95% of total acres have been seeded in the Northwest Region. Wheat seeding is complete with 35% of seeded acres now emerging and 55% in the seedling and early tillering stages. Canola seeding is 95% complete with 35% of those acres emerged and 35% at seedling stages. Other cereal and silage corn crop planting is also advanced. Pea development ranges from 4 to 6 node growth stage. Seeding progress at The Pas is 60% complete but some localized wet field conditions remain.

Some pre-seed and pre-germination herbicide applications continued as required by specific field conditions or weed staging. Herbicide applications are underway on winter wheat.

Flea beetle activity is generally low; Roblin area reports some early seeded canola being sprayed.

Forage and pasture growth continues to develop under adequate moisture and temperatures. Native hay recovery is poor on 2011 flooded land adjacent to Lakes Dauphin, Winnipegosis and Manitoba.