Provincial seeding progress is about 3% complete which is slightly ahead of the 5-Year average of 1% for Week 17.

Southwest

Moisture received in the past seven days was quickly absorbed into the soil without significant run-off.

Modest flows were observed in the Pipestone Creek, and the Souris River is experiencing average flows.

Seeding has started west of Brandon and near Rapid City, however low-lying areas are still quite wet.

Some pre-banding may take place this week, and sprayers are being prepped for burn-off application.

Winter cereal survival may be spotty, as there are only a few fields in the area.

Topdressing is likely to occur anytime now through the end of next month for winter cereals.

Northwest

Field conditions remain saturated in the Roblin and Dauphin area as they received precipitation mid-week.

Conditions have improved in the Swan Valley region.

Field prep operations have begun, and there has been a small amount of spring wheat seeding in the Swan Valley area.

Drier conditions are needed this week for other areas to begin seeding.

Fall rye and winter cereals are in good condition.

(Manitoba Agriculture news release)