A lack of moisture is slowing progress when it comes to crop development and haying in the area.

That, according to the weekly crop report issued by the Ministry of Agriculture.

In the Humboldt area, 63% of topsoil moisture is adequate, while 32% is short and 4% is very short. Hay land and pasture topsoil comes in at 59% adequate, 32% short and 8% very short.

Fall cereals are sitting at 32% in the dough stage, while 4% of spring cereals are in the heading stage. Twenty-five percent of the canola, mustard and pulse crops are in flowering.

Many areas remain dry due to an extended lack of moisture, thus leaving producers hoping for rainfall to help boost crop development.

According to the weather outlook, that isn't all likely, with more hot and dry conditions expected, with only the chance of a pop-up thunderstorm.

Haying continues in the area, with 12% of the crop cut and 4% baled or put into silage. Quality is rated as 8% excellent, 46% good, 23% fair and 23% poor.

Crop damage has been attributed to dry conditions and wind.

Farmers are busy haying, scouting for disease and insects, hauling grain, fencing and repairing equipment.