Weather patterns about to change

Meteorologists predict a quick exit for La Niña exit and a 75 per cent chance of transitioning to ENSO-neutral by Jan-March. 

Expect neutral conditions to persist through at least late spring with a growing chance of El Niño in 2026, they said.

Eric Snodgrass, senior science fellow and atmospheric scientist with Nutrien Ag Solutions, said the lessons of 2025 serve as a reminder that even confident outlooks can unravel quickly, and that adaptability is critical as weather patterns reset.

 But overall, he thinks 2026 could bring favorable weather, especially for crop production.