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Late snowstorm delayed seeding, helped moisture situation

As expected, cold weather and a late spring snowfall put seeding in the province is behind the usual state.

Seeding across the province is nine percent complete compared with 23 per cent for the five year average.

The southwest, west central and northwest regions are most advanced, according to the Saskatchewan Ministry of Agriculture crop report.

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What I’m Checking Behind the Planter This Spring

Video: What I’m Checking Behind the Planter This Spring



This is the first episode of a new behind-the-scenes series on our farm.

Today I’m checking behind the planter looking at planting depth, seed-to-soil contact, and making sure we’re placing seed into moisture, even in a dry spring.

Everything can look good from the cab, but this is where you find out what’s really happening.

We also ran into a prescription issue that slowed us down, which is a good reminder that even when conditions are ideal, the little things still matter.

If you’re planting right now, it’s worth taking a few minutes to check behind your planter.