Wet Harvests Threaten Prairie Farms | Calgary News

Prairie farmers are reeling from relentless rain that’s stalled harvests across Saskatchewan, Alberta, and Manitoba, with some fields waterlogged and crops flattened or too wet to process. In Saskatchewan alone, only 32% of the crop is harvested—far below the usual 71%. Farmers like Rob Stone report receiving eight inches of rain since late August, forcing repeated delays and costly fixes. Beyond immediate losses, prolonged moisture risks long-term soil damage and compaction, threatening future yields. Rising expenses—from drying grain to expensive tile drainage systems—add pressure, while unpredictable weather demands new strategies. This crisis underscores a growing reality: traditional farming methods won’t cut it anymore; adaptation through smarter infrastructure and collective climate action is now essential for survival. Listen in comfort:Get a discount on a Soli Pillow: http://solipillow.com/discount/dnn. Advertise on DNN:[email protected] This is an automated, high-level news summary based on public reporting.Sources:https://globalnews.ca/news/12063484/late-harvest-prairie-soaked-fields/ More coverage & latest updates:https://sources.thednn.ai/78f7ac09452c8e5a Report issues to [email protected].