Harvest on the horizon for Saskatchewan farmers
Global News
As Saskatchewan approaches the midway point of August, only one per cent of producers in the province have started harvesting.
Saskatchewan has been hit with very sporadic weather throughout the week, causing a mix of emotions for farmers.
According to the week’s crop report, some regions have had hot dry days, while others experienced cool rainy days that have delayed many crops.
As Saskatchewan approaches the midway point of August, most of the province has not yet started harvesting. Only one per cent of producers in the province have started harvesting.
The province said this is slightly behind the five-year average (2017-2021) of two per cent. At this time in 2021, the provincial harvest progress was seven per cent, illustrating just how different the growing conditions have been in the province between this year and last.
As harvest begins, SGI is also warning drivers to watch for farm machinery on the highway and grid roads.
SGI said each year, there are a number of collisions between motor vehicles and farm equipment, and it’s more likely to result in an injury.
Over the last five years, 86 collisions involving farm equipment on Saskatchewan roads have been reported, which has resulted in 41 injuries and seven deaths.
To help prevent accidents heading into harvest, SGI has a number of tips including:
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