Crop growers face ongoing losses from saturated fields in Alberta
Growers report 48 000 acres contracted to seed with 800 acres lost due to wet spring and persistent rain. Seed in ground three weeks not emerged and beans with reduced stands risk, while fields remain saturated from heavy moisture. Edzo Kok notes many fields ponding, potato plants sparse, pumps to dry fields. Without sun and heat, yields likely reduced. farmers plan pumps, later planting, and action to mitigate impact.
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Edzo Kok
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M D seeks respect for road bans after flood damage
M D of hasham county warns residents to follow road closures after 12 inches of rain caused water damage and washed culverts. Township Road 144 near Vauxhall remains closed until bridge work is completed as crews remove barricades and urge public patience and caution.
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