Apple producers are expecting above average yields this year if the good weather prevails. The barley harvest has begun. To date, there have not been any reports of late blight in the potato fields. Nova Scotia Crops are about two weeks ahead of normal. About 1 to 2 inches of rain fell in the last couple of weeks and temperatures remain warmer than normal.
Crops look good.
Potato producers have begun harvesting some varieties. Newfoundland Conditions on the west coast remain dry, causing problems for early seeded fields. Weather conditions on the east coast continue to be ideal for the vegetable crops. Forage yields are below average in the drier areas. Some strawberry farmers have experienced a total loss due to late frost.