What weather can farmers expect across Manitoba, Alberta and Saskatchewan as they head into seeding? Plus: a lesson on what makes the seasons turn
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Forecasting spring 2026 weather on the Prairies
What kind of weather can farmers expect across Manitoba, Alberta and Saskatchewan as they head into seeding 2026? Plus: more on what makes the seasons turn
New seed brand targets sustainable fuel market
Bayer’s Newgold lineup includes spring and winter camelina in Saskatchewan and Alberta and winter canola in U.S.
A new double-seed product from Bayer is being touted as a tool to help growers get a start in the sustainable aviation fuel (SAV) market.
Porcine Epidemic Diarrhea found on a southern Alberta farm
Porcine Epidemic Diarrhea virus has been detected at a southern Alberta farm, Alberta Pork said Feb.23.
Prairie forecast: Extended cold snap as Arctic high pressure moves in
Artic high pressure will dominate Prairie weather between January 21 and 28, which means a low chance of storms or significant precipitation.
Alberta Canola applauds China deal, calls for greater domestic consumption
Alberta Canola is relieved as Canada expects second-largest trading partner China to lower tariffs on canola, peas and seafood.
Prairie forecast: Mild start before winter pushes back in
For this forecast period, we are starting with a fairly sharp ridge of high pressure over Western Canada and a deep trough of low pressure over Ontario. This setup will keep Alberta and the western half of Saskatchewan in milder air, while Manitoba sees a quick return to more winter-like temperatures.
Prairie forecast: Mid-winter thaw expected under building ridge of high pressure
Mild temperatures are expected to persist across the Prairies for most of the forecast period with little for significant weather events.
Prairie forecast: Northwesterly flow brings seasonable temperatures, weak systems
This forecast period is dominated by two lows — one to the far west, and one over Hudson Bay. The relative strength of the two lows will determine temperatures across the Prairies.
Prairie forecast: Plenty more chances for snow over Holidays
The pattern of Pacific storm system after Pacific storm system looks set to continue for a while longer. We begin this forecast period with a heavy snowfall warning in effect across parts of Alberta.
Prairie forecast: First blizzard of the year, then quiet?
A strong Alberta clipper is forecasted to track across the southern Prairies, but the strength and track of the system remains to be seen.
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