July 18th, 2025

Have a great weekend,

Bru, Jenn and the team at Antara Agronomy 

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There has been quite a bit of variability in rainfall across our region this growing season, as illustrated in the map below. Average rainfall amounts in highlighted areas range from under 100 mm up to 174.5 mm.

 Some areas may be facing some drought stress, while others are seeing more adequate moisture. With the possibility of more precipitation expected in the coming week, it will be important to continue monitoring field conditions closely.

We’ll keep tracking these trends.

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Crop Talk

Most of the Valley picked up some decent rain over the past week, which was just what the crops needed. Fields look fresh, and growth has really taken off. That said, with lush canopies filling in, keep watching for waterhemp flushes that can slip through any thin spots or along field edges.

Corn Progress

Corn has put on a lot of height over the week — many fields are now pushing 10–11 leaf collar stages (V10–V11). The rain was perfectly timed, and with no insect issues to speak of, it’s been a good stretch for corn growth.

Cereal Crops

Cereals have responded well to the recent moisture. Wheat is moving from early grain fill into the milk stage, with stands looking quite good overall. The extra rain has also helped even out some of the drought stress that was showing on lighter soils. Still no notable leaf disease out there — another inch of rain wouldn't hurt anyone though. 

Canola Watch

Canola is now mostly in early to mid podding, with fields looking strong and uniform. Diamondback moth larvae numbers remain low, so nothing worrisome there. Continued moisture will be key to help fill those pods and push yield potential.

Bean Talk

Soybeans are thriving with the recent rains. That said, new weed flushes — especially waterhemp — are starting to poke above the canopy in some spots. 

Question of the Week:

Thoughts on Foliar Application when its hot out?

This week's Weed Wednesday topic is:

Common Tansy.

Belongs to Tanacetum genus. Native to Europe & Asia, considered invasive here in Manitoba. More common in Ontario and can be found in the eastern municipalities of Manitoba. Can reproduce via roots or by seed, with seeds being viable in the soil for upwards of 20 years.

Control methods primarily involve group 4 chemistries. Hand pulling may be effective if protection is worn, plants contain several compounds that can cause irritation. Can be toxic to grazing animals. Considered a tier 2 noxious weed in MB.

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