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Forecast: Cool, unsettled conditions expected

Issued September 17, 2018: Covering the period from September 19 to September 26

By Daniel Bezte September 20, 2018

Looking back at last week’s forecast, it would seem I was way off with my forecast for widespread frost. I can’t even really say I was close, but if we look at the overall weather pattern for last week, you could actually say I was close. Thanks to a strong area of high pressure over

Other, Weather

Does the nature around us predict winter weather?

Folklore suggests the skies, plants and animals in our area hint at the longer-term forecast

By Daniel Bezte September 19, 2018

Way back when I first met with John Morriss to discuss writing a weekly weather column, we talked about different topics that might be appropriate. One of those ideas was to discuss various weather folklore. I have touched on this topic now and then over the years, but I must admit it turned out to

Crop Report, Local news, Weather

Rainfall, cool temps stall harvest, crop yields seen variable

Manitoba Crop Report and Crop Weather report for September 17

By Manitoba Agriculture September 17, 2018

Southwest Region Cool, wet weather throughout the week, hindered harvest operations. Rainfall amounts were very variable, but higher accumulation in southern part of region. Daytime temperatures also cooler, which did not help in drying crops. Harvest in region is 75 per cent complete overall. Cereal harvest is 90 to 95 per cent complete and canola

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Forecast: A good chance for widespread frost

Issued September 10, 2018: Covering the period from September 12 to September 19

By Daniel Bezte September 13, 2018

As we slowly slide into fall, it looks more likely that most, if not all, regions will see their first fall frost during this forecast period. Before you get all depressed, it doesn’t look like the shot of cold air will last long, as the models are pointing toward a return to more “summer”-like conditions

Crop Report, Local news, Weather

Manitoba harvest 65 per cent complete, dugout levels seen low

Manitoba Crop Report and Crop Weather report for September 10

By Manitoba Agriculture September 11, 2018

Southwest Region Another dry and windy week let producers continue with harvest. Reports of light frost in northern areas of the region. Some damage to crops where temperatures dropped down to -4C or for light frost for extended periods. Harvest is 70 per cent complete overall. Reports of grain bugs in storage in the southwest

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Our first look at the fall and winter forecasts

Our atmosphere remains warmer than average, raising the odds for warmer temperatures ahead

By Daniel Bezte September 7, 2018

I’ve received several emails asking when we’ll be doing our in-depth review of this summer’s weather. For those of you who are interested, you will have to wait for one more issue. As part of my seasonal review, I also take some time to look ahead to see what the long-range forecasts call for next

Dry conditions saw many Manitoba producers harvesting canola ahead of schedule this year.

Local news, Other, Weather

Was this year actually wetter than last year?

Both this year and last year have been dry, but this year might actually be the wetter of the two, going by numbers alone

By Alexis Stockford September 7, 2018

Manitoba’s fields have had their feet to the fire this year as the province suffers through its second consecutive dry growing season — but Manitoba Agriculture data says this year might have actually been the wetter of the two. Timi Ojo, meteorology specialist with Manitoba Agriculture, says more rain fell from May to late August

Damage to canola from frost is dependent on the seed moisture content and the time of the frost.

Crops, Local news, Weather

Assessing frost damage on crops

Fall frost information bulletin from Manitoba Agriculture

By Manitoba Agriculture September 6, 2018

If frost does occur, the information below will give you some details to help assess any potential impact to crop yield and quality. The full impact of frost will not be obvious immediately. Several warm days may be required for the extent of leaf and crop damage to be evident. The magnitude of frost injury

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A warm summer, but not record breaking

Was this summer the warmest in recent memory? Well, that depends how you define ‘summer’

By Daniel Bezte September 6, 2018

Well, summer is now officially over, so it is time to look back at the weather numbers and see just how warm and dry this summer has been. From a climatic or meteorological view, summer is three months long and encompasses the months of June, July and August. Just like winter, summer can be stretched

Crop Report, Crops, Weather

Sub-zero temperatures descend on Manitoba

Special Crop Report due to early fall frost on Sept. 5

By Manitoba Agriculture September 5, 2018

Sub-zero temperatures were recorded in Southwest, Northwest, Central and Interlake stations overnight. Sub-zero temperature and duration of temperature are important factors to consider for their effect on immature crops. Where frost occurred, crops susceptible at present maturity are canola, soybean and silage corn. Producers are cautioned that frost that occurred on greenfeed and corn can

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