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Manitoba Farmers Battle Flooded Fields | Vancouver News

Manitoba Farmers Battle Flooded Fields | Vancouver News

Published 9 hours ago
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Manitoba farmers are reeling from a brutal growing season—flooding fields, washed-away seeds, and hail damage have left many staring at major losses. With soggy soil preventing access to crops and treatments, even those who made it to their land are facing underwater or shattered harvests. Crop insurance covers some costs, but not the upfront investment, straining already tight budgets. A strawberry grower lost tens of thousands of plants to flooding, with no specific coverage, while others are already planning for next year’s crops. With no end in sight, farmers are praying for sunshine—but the damage is already done, highlighting the relentless gamble of agriculture.

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