Farmers wrap up 2025 harvest amid mixed conditions

Alberta’s 2025 harvest is complete, with most regions reporting strong yields and high-quality crops despite a challenging growing season, Agriculture and Irrigation Minister RJ Sigurdson said Friday.

“Hot, dry weather through late summer and into fall supported a rapid harvest pace, keeping farmers hard at work to bring crops off the fields before the weather shifted,” Sigurdson said in a statement. “For some areas, 2025 was a difficult growing season, and most of the province is entering winter with dry soil conditions. We are hopeful for above-average winter snowfall and spring rains to replenish soil moisture for next year.”

Overall, regional yields are expected to surpass five-year averages in nearly all parts of Alberta, with the exception of the Peace region, where output is close to average. Crop quality for spring wheat, barley, and canola exceeded expectations, with a larger proportion of these crops meeting the top two grades. Durum, oats, and dry peas, however, graded lower than the five-year average.

“Alberta producers are resilient, dedicated, and resourceful,” Sigurdson added. “They face challenges head-on and continue to drive sustainable growth in our agriculture sector. Congratulations to farmers on another successful harvest.”