For the Period June 6 to 12, 2017

Seeding has essentially wrapped up in the province, according to Saskatchewan Agriculture’s Weekly Crop Report.  Producers have 99 per cent of the crop in the ground, ahead of the five-year (2012-2016) seeding average of 97 per cent for this time of year.  The northwest region is the furthest behind with 97 per cent seeded.  Across the province, there are still a few fields of oats and barley, as well as some greenfeed and silage, left to be seeded.

The much-needed rainfall received this week will help replenish topsoil moisture and allow crops to advance.  While much of the north has surplus topsoil moisture at this time, many areas in the south were relieved to see rain as crops, hay land and pastures were in need of significant moisture.

Prior to the recent rainfall, topsoil moisture conditions were deteriorating in southern and central areas of the province. Provincially, cropland topsoil moisture is currently rated as seven per cent surplus, 52 per cent adequate, 35 per cent short and six per cent very short.  Hay land and pasture topsoil moisture is rated as four per cent surplus, 43 per cent adequate, 41 per cent short and 12 per cent very short.

Overall crop development has improved with the warm and wet weather.  Sixty per cent of fall cereals, 62 per cent of spring cereals, 53 of oilseeds and 70 per cent of pulse crops are at their normal stages of development for this time of year.  The majority of crops are in fair-to-excellent condition.

Persistent wind has damaged crops and delayed in-crop weed control operations in many areas.  Cutworms, flea beetles, localized flooding, hail and lack of moisture have also caused damage this past week.

Producers are busy completing seeding, controlling weeds and getting ready for haying.

SaskPower reports that there have been 149 reports of power line contact this year, with 19 incidents reported in June.

Tonight another group of young people will celebrate graduation.  The RM of Cupar would like to congratulate the graduates of Cupar School.

Shelby Ballan
Amber Ban
Jasmine Benko
Tyler Blundell
William Blundell
Taylor Clements
Drew Geber
Austin Hagerman
Samantha Hewitt
Bailey Lorence
Callum MacDonald
Trevor Macknak
Thaddeaus McLeod
Jesse Mowbray
Bryson Smith
Mya Stout
Matthew Zehner

Come on down to the Southey Sports Grounds & Skating Rink and say “Hi Neighbour” at Southey’s Hi Neighbour Day on June 17! 

This is an old festival that the Southey & District Rec Board has brought back for all to enjoy. 

We have the following confirmed activities:
· Pancake Breakfast

· Soccer Games 

· Fastball and Baseball Games

· Toy Bingo

· Bouncy Castles

· Face Painting

· Southey & District Museum Self Tour & Trivia Contest

· Hamburger & Hot Dog BBQ luncheons

· Beef Pit BBQ

· Family Street Dance

· And many more activities planned and announced upon confirmation! 

Over 11 community groups and businesses are involved to date – you do not want to miss it! Save the date and follow along to be the first to know the rest of the activities yet to be announced.

http://publications.gov.sk.ca/documents/20/99387-CMU170609.pdf

Please see the link to the full document above.

For more information contact: Brad Marceniuk, PAg. Provincial Livestock Economist 306-933-5098 [email protected]

For the Period May 30 to June 5, 2017

Seeding operations are almost complete as 94 per cent of the crop is now in the ground, according to Saskatchewan Agriculture’s weekly Crop Report. This is slightly ahead of the five-year (2012-2016) seeding average for this time of year of 93 per cent. While most producers in the province have wrapped up seeding, those in parts of the northern regions will need more time.

With 98 per cent of the crop in the ground, seeding is essentially complete in the southeastern and southwestern regions. Ninety-six per cent is seeded in the east-central region; 95 per cent in the west-central region; 88 per cent in the northwest and 84 per cent in the northeast.

Scattered rain showers throughout the week brought varying amounts of rain to the province. Most areas received trace-to-small amounts of rain, although some areas received larger amounts. A significant rain is needed in much of the province to help crops germinate and emerge and to replenish topsoil moisture.

Topsoil moisture conditions are deteriorating in many southern parts of the province. Persistent strong winds and lack of moisture are drying up fields and delaying crop maturity. There are concerns in areas of the southeast that crop and hay yields will be affected if rain is not received soon. Provincially, cropland topsoil moisture is rated as five per cent surplus, 65 per cent adequate, 26 per cent short and four per cent very short. Hay land and pasture topsoil moisture is rated as five per cent surplus, 53 per cent adequate, 32 per cent short and 10 per cent very short.

Crop development has been delayed in much of the province and most crops are behind their normal developmental stages for this time of year. The majority of crop damage this past week was caused by strong winds, lack of moisture, frost and insects such as flea beetles and cutworms.

Producers are busy seeding and trying to control weeds when the wind is calm.

SaskPower reports that there have been 132 reports this year of farm equipment coming in contact with power poles or lines, with 109 of those incidents happening in May. Producers are urged to be especially careful when using equipment around power lines. Safety information is available at www.saskpower.com/safety.

Today is Graduation Day for 36 Grade 12 students in Southey.  The RM of Cupar #218 would like to extend best wishes to:

• Karson Becker
• Journey Cyr
• Taylor Daniel
• Austin David
•  Caden Davies
• Lora Fuessel
• Haydn Galenzoski
• Kyle Gartener
• Janae Gerrard
• Matthew Golly
• Meagan Golly
• Nathaniel Gross
• Spenser Gross
• Garrett Harden
• Kennedi Harper
• Eric Kasick
• Luke Klarer
• Lane Knapp
• Dyllan Krochak
• Tanner Manz
• Tyson Manz
• Alexander Massier
• Amanda Mohr
• Sierra Mohr
• Kaiden Nameth
• Brooklyn Nordgulen
• Anthony Perry
• Kaylah Racz
• Aislinn Roske
• Brayden Sentes
• Daniel Sinclair
• Boyd Wagner
• Hayley Wagner
• Keegan Walker
• Drew Wilde
• Jessica Zepick

Best of Luck in your future endeavours

The Saskatchewan Ministry of Environment has entered into a Land Management Trust Agreement with Ducks Unlimited Canada, the Nature Conservancy of Canada and the Saskatchewan Wildlife Federation to assume the management of all provincial Fish and Wildlife Development Fund (FWDF) Wildlife Lands. Regulatory activities relating to these Crown lands will remain with the Ministry.

The FWDF, through a portion of licence fees from hunters and trappers, has secured approximately 168,000 acres of wildlife habitat within 123 municipalities in the agricultural portion of the province. These lands provide examples of a variety of natural landscapes and are accessible to hunters, trappers and the public. Vehicle use is restricted to prevent damage to the habitat. 

Land management will focus on activities that will maintain or improve wildlife habitat while providing mutual benefits to the agriculture and conservation communities. Some of these management activities include haying, grazing, forest harvest, reforestation and other native plantings, and hazard removal.  There will also be an emphasis on the control of noxious or invasive species and nuisance wildlife. The benefit of any of these management initiatives will be determined on a case by case basis. The FWDF website provides a list of these wildlife lands by municipality.

The public is encouraged to visit the website at: www.FWDF.ca or call the toll-free number at: 1-844-306-FWDF (3933) for more details on permitted activities, opportunities or enquiries.

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Darrell Crabbe

Executive Director

Saskatchewan Wildlife Federation

P: 306-694-8812

E: [email protected]

Premises Identification Is a Requirement for Livestock Traceability

For the Period May 23 to 29, 2017

Saskatchewan producers now have 81 per cent of the 2017 crop in the ground, right in line with the five-year (2012-2016) seeding average for this time of year of 82 per cent. Wet field conditions and frequent rainfall in many northern areas have delayed progress, and producers there will need a couple more weeks of warm and dry weather.

Seeding is most advanced in the southeast, where producers have 95 per cent of the crop in the ground. Ninety-four per cent is seeded in the southwest; 80 per cent in the west-central region; 79 per cent in the east-central region; 76 per cent in the northwest and 43 per cent in the northeast.

Ninety-six per cent of the lentils, 95 per cent of the field peas, 92 per cent of the durum, 91 per cent of the soybeans, 81 per cent of the spring wheat, 80 per cent of the flax, 78 per cent of the mustard, 76 per cent of the canola and 73 per cent of the barley have now been seeded.

A slowly moving weather system brought significant rainfall to many areas in the north last week, but missed most of the central and southern parts of the province. The Nipawin area received 65 mm of rain, while many parts of central and southern Saskatchewan received nothing. Fields in the north remain very wet, while many fields in other parts of the province are in need of rain to help crops germinate and emerge.

Provincially, cropland topsoil moisture is rated as 11 per cent surplus, 75 per cent adequate, 12 per cent short and two per cent very short. Hay land and pasture topsoil moisture is rated as five per cent surplus, 70 per cent adequate, 23 per cent short and two per cent very short.

Overall, emerged crops are in fair-to-excellent condition, but emergence has been delayed in many areas by the cool weather and dry field conditions. The majority of crop damage this week was caused by strong winds, frost, hail, localized flooding and lack of moisture. Flea beetles and cutworms have been reported in canola crops, and some fields have had to be re-seeded.

Producers are busy seeding, controlling weeds and picking rocks.

SaskPower reports that there have been 91 incidents in May of farm equipment coming in contact with power poles or lines, including 15 incidents between May 22 and 27 alone. Weekly and monthly totals are adjusted on an ongoing basis, as some incidents are not reported to SaskPower immediately after they occur. Producers are urged to be especially careful when using equipment around power lines. Safety information is available on the SaskPower Safety Webpage.

Don’t forget to protect your crops from hail and fire damage with Saskatchewan Municipal Hail Insurance and its partner company Additional Municipal Hail Insurance.  Come see me for rates and info.

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