Subsoil Moisture Impacts in 2000

Nov 25, 2020

By Paul Kassel

A quick review of subsoil moisture during the fall of 1999 and the spring of 2000 shows that subsoil moisture did not recharge much from October 30, 1999 to April 10 of 2000 (table 1). The five subsoil moisture sites gained from 0.6 to 4.2 inches of moisture during the late fall and early spring.

Table 2 shows the April 11 to September 30 rainfall was almost normal in Milford, Estherville, Spencer and Pocahontas. However, rainfall in Storm Lake was 9.5 inches below normal.

This information shows the effect on corn yields from below normal subsoil moisture (4.3 inches at Newell site on April 10) and below normal summer rainfall in Storm Lake . The USDA NASS Buena Vista county corn yield was about 20 bushel per acre below the levels in other area counties (table 3).

Source : iastate.edu

Video: Why Port Infrastructure is Key to Growing Canada's Farms and Economy

Grain Farmers of Ontario (GFO) knows that strong, modern port infrastructure is vital to the success of Canada’s agriculture. When our ports grow, Ontario grain farmers and Canadian farms grow too—and when we grow, Canada grows.

In this video, we highlight the importance of investing in port infrastructure and how these investments are key to growing Ontario agriculture and supporting global trade. The footage showcases the strength of both Ontario’s farming landscapes and vital port operations, including some key visuals from HOPA Ports, which we are grateful to use in this project.

Ontario’s grain farmers rely on efficient, sustainable ports and seaway systems to move grain to markets around the world. Port investments are crucial to increasing market access, driving economic growth, and ensuring food security for all Canadians.

Why Port Infrastructure Matters:

Investing in Ports = Investing in Farms: Modernized ports support the export of Canadian grain, driving growth in agriculture.

Sustainable Growth: Learn how stronger ports reduce environmental impact while boosting economic stability.

Global Trade Opportunities: Improved port and seaway systems help farmers access new global markets for their grain.

Stronger Communities: Investment in ports means more stable jobs and economic growth for rural communities across Ontario and Canada.

We are proud to support the ongoing investment in port infrastructure and to shine a light on its vital role in feeding the world and securing a prosperous future for Canadian agriculture.

Special thanks to HOPA Ports for providing some of the stunning port footage featured in this video.