Weekly Western Crop Report (Oct 15 , 2025)
🌾 Prairie Provinces Crop Report
October 2025 Update | Alberta • Saskatchewan • Manitoba
Alberta Crop Report - October 14, 2025 (Final Report)
⚠️ Key Insight
Hot, dry weather through late summer and into fall supported rapid harvest pace. Most parts of the province are entering winter with dry soil conditions. Average or higher winter snowfall and spring precipitation will be needed to replenish soil moisture.
Major Crops Harvest Completion
Regional Breakdown
▼South Region
Central Region
North East Region
North West Region
Peace Region
Soil Moisture Conditions
▼| Region | Poor | Fair | Good | Excellent |
|---|---|---|---|---|
| South | 34.9% | 42.8% | 22.3% | 0.0% |
| Central | 57.0% | 34.2% | 7.5% | 1.3% |
| North East | 51.2% | 42.0% | 6.8% | 0.0% |
| North West | 48.1% | 29.8% | 20.4% | 1.7% |
| Peace | 12.8% | 58.8% | 28.5% | 0.0% |
Saskatchewan Crop Report - October 13, 2025
🌧️ Recent Weather
Notable rain and snow last weekend, with Strasbourg receiving 52mm, Archerwill 50mm, and Arborfield 43mm. Much of the Southwest region received little to no precipitation. Producers are hoping for more moisture prior to freezing to improve soil moisture levels.
Harvest Progress by Crop
| Crop | % Harvested | Status |
|---|---|---|
| Winter Wheat | 100% | Complete |
| Fall Rye | 100% | Complete |
| Spring Wheat | 100% | Complete |
| Barley | 100% | Complete |
| Oats | 100% | Complete |
| Field Pea | 100% | Complete |
| Lentil | 100% | Complete |
| Canola | 98% | Near Complete |
| Mustard | 95% | In Progress |
| Canaryseed | 92% | In Progress |
| Chickpea | 88% | In Progress |
| Flax | 87% | In Progress |
| Soybean | 83% | In Progress |
Regional Harvest Progress
▼Southeast
Southwest
East-Central
West-Central
Northeast
Northwest
Winter Feed Supplies
▼| Feed Type | Surplus | Adequate | Shortage |
|---|---|---|---|
| Hay | 9% | 82% | 9% |
| Greenfeed | 6% | 89% | 5% |
| Silage | 6% | 92% | 2% |
| Straw | 14% | 78% | 8% |
| Feed Grain | 11% | 85% | 4% |
Manitoba Crop Report - October 15, 2025
🌦️ Weather Update
Precipitation and strong winds over 60 km/hr were observed in the Eastern and Interlake regions on October 13. Snow accumulated in parts of the Northwest. The Pas received the highest rainfall at 65.7mm. Much of the Southwest region received little to no precipitation.
Harvest Progress by Crop & Region
| Crop | Southwest | Northwest | Central | Eastern | Interlake | MB Avg |
|---|---|---|---|---|---|---|
| Winter Wheat | 100% | 100% | 100% | 100% | 100% | 100% |
| Spring Wheat | 100% | 98% | 100% | 100% | 100% | 100% |
| Barley | 100% | 95% | 100% | 100% | 100% | 99% |
| Oats | 100% | 95% | 100% | 100% | 100% | 99% |
| Canola | 95% | 95% | 97% | 95% | 98% | 96% |
| Field Pea | 100% | 100% | 100% | 100% | 100% | 100% |
| Soybean | 90% | 80% | 95% | 90% | 90% | 90% |
| Dry Bean | -- | -- | 98% | 95% | -- | 96% |
| Grain Corn | 40% | -- | 60% | 50% | 60% | 42% |
| Sunflowers | 15% | -- | 20% | 20% | 10% | 17% |
| Flax | 100% | -- | 100% | 100% | 15% | 76% |
Crop Yields & Quality
▼Cereals
- Spring Wheat: Averaging 60+ bu/ac, with some above-average yields of 70 to 90 bu/ac
- Oats: Range from 110 to 130 bu/ac
- Barley: Range from 65 to 110+ bu/ac
- Note: Some loss of quality in spring cereals due to wet harvest conditions
Oilseeds
- Canola: Yields range from 30 to 70 bu/ac, with average at 45 bu/ac
- Flax: Harvest nearing completion
- Sunflowers: Harvest started, some producers waiting for crops to dry down
Pulses & Soybeans
- Field Peas: Complete, yields 30 to 75 bu/ac, averaging approximately 60 bu/ac
- Soybeans: Ongoing, yields range from 30 to 55 bu/ac
- Dry Beans: Nearing completion
Regional Highlights
▼Southwest
Progress: 91%
Favorable harvest conditions early week. Winter cereals at 3-4 leaf stage. Spring wheat yields 65-70 bu/ac, some exceeding 90 bu/ac. Canola yields 40-60 bu/ac.
Northwest
Progress: 92%
Precipitation halted operations. Spring wheat yields 70-80 bu/ac. Canola yields vary 30-50 bu/ac. Some severe lodging contributing to slow harvest.
Central
Progress: 98%
Rapid progress under dry conditions. Canola majority 45-55 bu/ac, top fields approaching 70 bu/ac in Pembina Valley. Soybean yields approximately 45 bu/ac average.
Eastern
Progress: 91%
Spring wheat yields 60-70 bu/ac, protein 14.5%. Oat yields 120-130 bu/ac. Canola average 35-55+ bu/ac. Soybean yields 40-50+ bu/ac range.
Interlake
Progress: 93%
About 95% complete. Spring wheat yields 65-70 bu/ac. Oat yields average 130 bu/ac, barley 80 bu/ac. Canola yields 30-60 bu/ac. Grain corn estimates 90-110 bu/ac.
Livestock & Forage
▼Current Status:
- Silage corn harvest nearing completion
- Pastures have gone dormant for the season
- Many operations have begun weaning
- Recent rains creating muddy conditions in pastures and corrals
- Producers reporting very good cattle prices
- Most producers secured adequate winter feed supplies
Feed Supply Concerns:
Regions that experienced significant dry conditions are facing shortages and are sourcing feed from areas that received more moisture and achieved better yields.
Provincial Comparison
Harvest Progress Comparison
Key Crop Comparison
| Crop | Alberta | Saskatchewan | Manitoba |
|---|---|---|---|
| Spring Wheat | 99.9% | 100% | 100% |
| Barley | 99.9% | 100% | 99% |
| Canola | 98.5% | 98% | 96% |
| Oats | 99.6% | 100% | 99% |
| Field Peas | 100% | 100% | 100% |
| Soybeans | N/A | 83% | 90% |
| Flax | N/A | 87% | 76% |
Soil Moisture Status
Alberta
Most parts entering winter with dry soil conditions. Average or higher winter snowfall needed.
Saskatchewan
Recent precipitation improved levels. More moisture needed before freeze-up to recharge dugouts.
Manitoba
Wet conditions prevalent in Southwest, Central, Eastern, and Northwest regions. Interlake continues to show dry conditions in areas.
Key Regional Differences
▼Alberta
- Strength: Highest overall harvest completion at 99%
- Concern: Lowest soil moisture levels across all provinces
- Notable: Hot, dry weather supported rapid harvest pace
- Challenge: Fall-seeded crop quality below 5-year averages
Saskatchewan
- Strength: Most crops at or near 100% completion
- Concern: Significant regional variation in soil moisture
- Notable: West-central and northeast regions leading in harvest
- Challenge: Some areas received limited precipitation
Manitoba
- Strength: Good yields and quality in many areas
- Concern: Corn and sunflower harvest still in early stages
- Notable: Central region leading with 98% completion
- Challenge: Wet conditions slowing work in some regions
📊 Overall Prairie Assessment
The 2025 harvest across the Prairie provinces is progressing well above historical averages, with most major crops nearly or fully harvested. Key concerns include dry soil conditions in Alberta and parts of Saskatchewan entering winter, while Manitoba experiences more variable moisture conditions. Feed supplies are generally adequate across all provinces, though some regional shortages exist. Producers across all three provinces are hoping for additional precipitation before freeze-up and adequate winter snowfall to replenish soil moisture for the 2026 growing season.