Drought conditions a major concern for south region as spring seeding continues
MEDICINE HAT, AB – The latest crop report from Alberta agriculture indicates that southeastern Alberta remains dry.
In the south region, which includes the areas around Strathmore, Medicine Hat, Lethbridge, and Foremost, 36.5% of crops are seeded, which is below last year’s level of 45.5% but still higher than the five year average of 27.7%.
Drought worries dominate conversations throughout the region.
Surface moisture conditions are rated “good to excellent” in 41% of areas, which is 15% less than the same time a year ago.