Harvest Slowed in Saskatchewan Due to Rain: What Will Be the Impact on Prices?
16-Aug-2025 09:21 AM
Harvest Slowed in Saskatchewan Due to Rain: What Will Be the Impact on Prices?
★ Recent rains in Saskatchewan have slowed harvesting operations in several areas, raising concerns about the quality of mature crops.
★ While the rainfall last week benefited late-sown crops, it was harmful for early-maturing ones. Farmers are now hoping for warm and dry weather to ensure smooth crop development and harvesting.
★ If more rain occurs, crops could become stained and lose brightness, which would directly affect prices. Lower-quality, stained produce will fetch less, while high-quality produce will command higher prices.
★ On one hand, red lentil production is already down, and on the other, rains are further affecting the crop. Due to these factors, prices of export-quality red lentils are likely to rise.