Crops in southern Alberta are doing well, according to a new report. (Photo: Andreyyalansky19 | Dreamstime.com)

By David Opinko

Southern Alberta crops faring better than average, report says

Jul 29, 2024 | 9:29 AM

A new report shows that, despite parts of southeast Alberta still struggling with moisture, crops are looking good overall.

The latest Alberta Crop Report shows the conditions as of July 23.

Between all major crops, 77.2 per cent in southern Alberta are rated good-to-excellent.

The five-year average for this time of the season is 49.9 per cent and the 10-year-average is 55.3 per cent.

Spring wheat, barley, oats, canola and dry peas all have good-to-excellent ratings between 76.5-78.3 per cent.

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Approximately 40 per cent of surface moisture is considered good, which is fairly normal, but there is a considerable drop in areas with excellent moisture levels.

The report states that sporadic rain and the odd thunderstorm have not been enough to noticeably improve soil moisture, and that more will be needed to maintain yields and crop health.

The full Alberta Crop Report is available here.