Analysis of Alberta Crop Yield 1963-2015 www.FarmForSale.cawww.FarmForSale.ca

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    Volatility: Despite the overall upward trend, there are periods of volatility reflecting the impact of varying weather conditions, pest infestations, and other factors affecting crop production.

  1. Individual Crop Analysis:
  • All Wheat:
  • Trend: Yields have increased steadily, particularly from the 1980s onwards.
  • Peak: The highest yields were observed around 2015, reaching approximately 55 Bu/A.
  • Oats:
  • Trend: Significant variability in yields, with notable peaks and troughs.
  • Peak: Reaches nearly 100 Bu/A in the mid-2010s, showing a substantial increase.
  • Barley:
  • Trend: Consistent increase with some periods of decline.
  • Peak: Peak around 90 Bu/A in recent years, reflecting advancements in barley cultivation.
  • Flaxseed:
  • Trend: Steady increases with less volatility than other crops.
  • Peak: Peak around 30 Bu/A towards the end of the period.
  • Canola:
  • Trend: Steady increase from the 1980s onwards, reflecting its growing importance.
  • Peak: Peaks at around 40 Bu/A, showing significant growth.
  • All Rye:
  • Trend: Relatively stable with a slight upward trend.
  • Peak: Peaks around 60 Bu/A in the mid-2010s, demonstrating moderate growth.

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