Welcome rainfall tallies of around 30mm were received across much of the region over the weekend.
Consideration is being given to cutting cereal crops for hay due to strong prices.
Regular paddock inspections to assess crop and weed growth and for pest activity and disease.
Data from long term soil moisture sites indicates infiltration ranging from 20 to 60cm depending on soil type and rainfall. Without follow up rain, crops are likely to continue to use shallower moisture reserves.
Monitoring, seed germination and emergence remain the top priorities for most growers across western Victoria.
Growers are assessing plant densities of any emerged crops, particularly canola, and adjusting their yield potential expectations.
After watering germination test areas, some Wimmera growers have elected to re-sow some canola paddocks because less than 5plants/m2 could be found.
With some rain on the forecast this weekend, growers are taking a positive and prepared approach to potential next steps for crop management, particularly regarding inputs for nutrition, pest and weed control.
Lamb prices are expected to remain strong through spring.