Moisture levels still low, 72% planted: Sask. Crop Report

Almost three-quarters of crops have been planted in Saskatchewan, with a 72 per cent completion rate of seeding. Rain delays in the southern and eastern regions of the provinces have led to a smaller increase from last week.

Seeding for May 13 to 19, 2025, according to the provincial crop report. (Photo by The Canadian Press’s Jeff McIntosh. Graph by Céline Grimard/650 CKOM)

Oilseed seeding progress:

• Mustard at 84 per cent
• Canola at 58 per cent
• Flax at 50 per cent
• Soybean at 31 per cent
• Perennial forage 31 per cent

Spring Cereal seeding progress:

Saskatchewan spring cereal seeding progress for May 13 to 19, 2025. (Photo and graph by Céline Grimard/650 CKOM)

Pulse’s seeding progress:

Saskatchewan pulse crops seeding progress for May 13 to 19, 2025. (Photo and graph by Céline Grimard/650 CKOM)

Rainfall

Producers are still hoping for more rainfall soon, as most of the province remains dry despite the southeast corner receiving a lot of precipitation.

Saskatchewan rainfall for May 13 to 19, 2025. (Photo and graph by Céline Grimard/650 CKOM)

Topsoil:

Topsoil moisture reserves continue to be depleted, while in certain areas, the rainfall has helped.

Saskatchewan topsoil moisture for May 13 to 19, 2025. (Photo and graph by Céline Grimard/650 CKOM)

Many producers are keeping busy by spraying, land rolling and picking rocks, and livestock are being moved to pastures — although seeding is still the main focus.

A complete version of the weekly report can be found on the Government of Saskatchewan’s website.