The harvesting of all crops in Alberta reached 42 per cent complete as of Sept. 9, compared to the five-year average of 40 per cent. The provincial agriculture department noted combing was highlighted by little or no rain.
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Heat, dryness take a toll on moisture levels
Lack of rain spurs progress
Wet weather limits progress in some areas
Mixed projections for other cereals, oilseed, pulses
AAFC issues August S/D report
Combining of spring crops getting started
Older understanding of the pests can be updated by new research and technology