First cut haylage is now complete and second cut has just begun in the early harvested fields. Alfalfa regrowth is now between 30-45cm high. Yields are generally very good while producers are waiting on their feed analysis to reveal the quality level. Pastures are in good shape. Spring grains in general are doing extremely well.
Fields are uniform with good colour.
Lodging is visible in some spring wheat and barley fields in Temiskaming following the isolated thunderstorms and hail. Weed control in general is good. Producers are asked to keep an eye out for armyworms. Isolated cases in Noelville, Powassan and Earlton have been reported. Fields should be scouted in the evenings or early morning when the armyworms are feeding to estimate the population.