By Beth Schweitz, DTN Associate Editor
OMAHA (DTN) — The winter wheat harvest jumped 11 percentage points to 20{fd15d42d1b024b97d6d50958be27cc8145b6addb99e015780abccf2984117bb0} complete, well above last year’s 7{fd15d42d1b024b97d6d50958be27cc8145b6addb99e015780abccf2984117bb0} and the average pace of 3{fd15d42d1b024b97d6d50958be27cc8145b6addb99e015780abccf2984117bb0}, according to USDA’s latest weekly Crop Progress report.
The harvest pace could pick up even more momentum this week as above-average temperatures and a lack of rain are expected for the Southern Plains. That rapid progress makes this week’s report bearish for wheat, DTN Analyst John Sanow said.
Meanwhile, DTN’s Corn Condition Index, which is based on USDA’s numbers, increased 2 points to 176 points from last week with the 2 percentage points of the good moving into the excellent category. This remains above the 2004 index of 167 points and the 2009 index at 172 points at the same point in the growing season, Sanow said.
“Traders were anticipating a decline this week, though the market may not pay attention given the disappointing rain totals for the driest portions of the Corn Belt last week and a lack of precipitation in the forecast for the next seven days,” Sanow said.
Corn was 97{fd15d42d1b024b97d6d50958be27cc8145b6addb99e015780abccf2984117bb0} emerged by the end of the week, compared to last year’s emergence of 75{fd15d42d1b024b97d6d50958be27cc8145b6addb99e015780abccf2984117bb0}, and the five-year average of 83{fd15d42d1b024b97d6d50958be27cc8145b6addb99e015780abccf2984117bb0}.
“Soybean planting progress came in at 94{fd15d42d1b024b97d6d50958be27cc8145b6addb99e015780abccf2984117bb0}, meaning things should be wrapped up come next week’s report,” according to Sanow.
Emergence is at 79{fd15d42d1b024b97d6d50958be27cc8145b6addb99e015780abccf2984117bb0}, well above last year’s 39{fd15d42d1b024b97d6d50958be27cc8145b6addb99e015780abccf2984117bb0} and the average pace of 50{fd15d42d1b024b97d6d50958be27cc8145b6addb99e015780abccf2984117bb0}.
The first DTN Soybean Condition Index came in at 162 points with 65{fd15d42d1b024b97d6d50958be27cc8145b6addb99e015780abccf2984117bb0} of the crop rated good to excellent.
Sanow noted: “As with corn, traders are likely to pay attention more to the lack of rain last week and the seven-day forecast calling for above-average temperatures in the Southern Plains and the lack of moisture over areas needing it the most in the Corn Belt.”
The DTN Hard Red Spring Condition Index dropped 2 index points from last week to 187 points while 3{fd15d42d1b024b97d6d50958be27cc8145b6addb99e015780abccf2984117bb0} of the crop is headed.
“This report should be considered neutral,” Sanow said, “with the market paying little attention.”
The following are highlights from weekly crop progress reports issued Monday by National Ag Statistics Service offices in individual states. To view the full reports from each state, visit http://bit.ly/….
Colorado
That state experienced below-average precipitation with above-average temperatures last week. Some areas on the Eastern Plains experienced severe weather with high winds and hail on several days last week, though damage from the storms was not widespread. Crops in the San Luis Valley were affected by freezing temperatures last week burning. Farmers were allowed 6.7 days in the field for spring operations. Topsoil moisture was rated 29{fd15d42d1b024b97d6d50958be27cc8145b6addb99e015780abccf2984117bb0} very short, 39{fd15d42d1b024b97d6d50958be27cc8145b6addb99e015780abccf2984117bb0} short, 31{fd15d42d1b024b97d6d50958be27cc8145b6addb99e015780abccf2984117bb0} adequate and 1{fd15d42d1b024b97d6d50958be27cc8145b6addb99e015780abccf2984117bb0} surplus. Subsoil moisture was rated 26{fd15d42d1b024b97d6d50958be27cc8145b6addb99e015780abccf2984117bb0} very short, 38{fd15d42d1b024b97d6d50958be27cc8145b6addb99e015780abccf2984117bb0} short and 36{fd15d42d1b024b97d6d50958be27cc8145b6addb99e015780abccf2984117bb0} adequate. Winter wheat progressed to 53{fd15d42d1b024b97d6d50958be27cc8145b6addb99e015780abccf2984117bb0} turning color, 49 percentage points ahead of average. One percent of the crop was ripe. The crop was rated in mostly fair to good condition. Corn progressed to 89{fd15d42d1b024b97d6d50958be27cc8145b6addb99e015780abccf2984117bb0} emerged. The crop was rated in mostly good to fair condition.
Illinois
The state received some much-needed rainfall this past week. Statewide, precipitation averaged 0.71 inch, 0.19 inch below normal but more than double what the previous three weeks had averaged. Temperatures averaged 66.3 degrees Fahrenheit, 1.4 degrees below average for the week. Topsoil moisture ratings increased to 14{fd15d42d1b024b97d6d50958be27cc8145b6addb99e015780abccf2984117bb0} very short, 40{fd15d42d1b024b97d6d50958be27cc8145b6addb99e015780abccf2984117bb0} short, 45{fd15d42d1b024b97d6d50958be27cc8145b6addb99e015780abccf2984117bb0} adequate and 1{fd15d42d1b024b97d6d50958be27cc8145b6addb99e015780abccf2984117bb0} surplus. Nearly all planted corn had emerged, compared to the five-year average of 84{fd15d42d1b024b97d6d50958be27cc8145b6addb99e015780abccf2984117bb0}. Corn conditions were rated 66{fd15d42d1b024b97d6d50958be27cc8145b6addb99e015780abccf2984117bb0} good to excellent. Soybeans planted were at 98{fd15d42d1b024b97d6d50958be27cc8145b6addb99e015780abccf2984117bb0}, well ahead of the average of 70{fd15d42d1b024b97d6d50958be27cc8145b6addb99e015780abccf2984117bb0}. Ninety-one percent of the soybean crop had emerged. Soybean conditions were 60{fd15d42d1b024b97d6d50958be27cc8145b6addb99e015780abccf2984117bb0} good to excellent. Fifty-seven percent of the winter wheat crop was ripe, compared to the five-year average of 1{fd15d42d1b024b97d6d50958be27cc8145b6addb99e015780abccf2984117bb0}. Seven percent of wheat had been harvested.
Indiana
Extreme heat early in the week gave way to cooler temperatures and much-needed rain showers. Rainfall totals were minimal in some areas, so relief from the drought conditions will be short lived if more precipitation doesn’t come soon, according to reports. There were 5.1 days suitable for field work during the week. Topsoil moisture was rated 13{fd15d42d1b024b97d6d50958be27cc8145b6addb99e015780abccf2984117bb0} very short, 43{fd15d42d1b024b97d6d50958be27cc8145b6addb99e015780abccf2984117bb0} short, 39{fd15d42d1b024b97d6d50958be27cc8145b6addb99e015780abccf2984117bb0} adequate and 5{fd15d42d1b024b97d6d50958be27cc8145b6addb99e015780abccf2984117bb0} surplus. Subsoil moisture was rated 15{fd15d42d1b024b97d6d50958be27cc8145b6addb99e015780abccf2984117bb0} very short, 40{fd15d42d1b024b97d6d50958be27cc8145b6addb99e015780abccf2984117bb0} short, 44{fd15d42d1b024b97d6d50958be27cc8145b6addb99e015780abccf2984117bb0} adequate and 1{fd15d42d1b024b97d6d50958be27cc8145b6addb99e015780abccf2984117bb0} surplus. Corn condition improved slightly and is now rated 59{fd15d42d1b024b97d6d50958be27cc8145b6addb99e015780abccf2984117bb0} good to excellent compared with 52{fd15d42d1b024b97d6d50958be27cc8145b6addb99e015780abccf2984117bb0} last year at this time. Ninety-seven percent of the intended soybean acreage has been planted and 89{fd15d42d1b024b97d6d50958be27cc8145b6addb99e015780abccf2984117bb0} has emerged. Eight percent of the winter wheat acreage has been harvested compared with 0{fd15d42d1b024b97d6d50958be27cc8145b6addb99e015780abccf2984117bb0} for both last year and the five-year average. The condition of the crop that is still standing declined slightly and is now rated 60{fd15d42d1b024b97d6d50958be27cc8145b6addb99e015780abccf2984117bb0} good to excellent.
Iowa
Rainfall varied across the state during the week with northwest Iowa receiving the heaviest precipitation. Despite the rain, there reportedly are areas still in need of moisture. Temperatures for the week as a whole averaged 3.8 degrees below normal. The statewide average precipitation was 0.84 inch while normal for the week is 1.09 inches. Topsoil moisture levels rated 15{fd15d42d1b024b97d6d50958be27cc8145b6addb99e015780abccf2984117bb0} very short, 31{fd15d42d1b024b97d6d50958be27cc8145b6addb99e015780abccf2984117bb0} short, 53{fd15d42d1b024b97d6d50958be27cc8145b6addb99e015780abccf2984117bb0} adequate, and 1{fd15d42d1b024b97d6d50958be27cc8145b6addb99e015780abccf2984117bb0} surplus. Southwest Iowa is the driest with 77{fd15d42d1b024b97d6d50958be27cc8145b6addb99e015780abccf2984117bb0} of the topsoil moisture rated short to very short. Subsoil moisture rated 11{fd15d42d1b024b97d6d50958be27cc8145b6addb99e015780abccf2984117bb0} very short, 34{fd15d42d1b024b97d6d50958be27cc8145b6addb99e015780abccf2984117bb0} short, 54{fd15d42d1b024b97d6d50958be27cc8145b6addb99e015780abccf2984117bb0} adequate, and 1{fd15d42d1b024b97d6d50958be27cc8145b6addb99e015780abccf2984117bb0} surplus. Ninety-eight percent of the corn crop has emerged, 6 days ahead of normal. Corn condition was rated 75{fd15d42d1b024b97d6d50958be27cc8145b6addb99e015780abccf2984117bb0} good to excellent. Eighty-four percent of the expected soybean acreage had emerged, ahead of the five-year average of 66{fd15d42d1b024b97d6d50958be27cc8145b6addb99e015780abccf2984117bb0}. The season’s first soybean condition rating was 71{fd15d42d1b024b97d6d50958be27cc8145b6addb99e015780abccf2984117bb0} good to excellent.
Kansas
Severe weather hit parts of Kansas last week with high winds and damaging hail up to tennis-ball size reported in some areas. Although all 53 stations recorded precipitation, only 10 stations received above-normal precipitation for the week. Twenty-four stations received less than one-half inch of rain, and only two stations in the western third of the state reported over one-half inch. Only 16 of 53 stations reported above-normal weekly average temperatures. Average temperatures ranged from the mid 60s to mid 70s. A few areas in Kansas even reported record lows for the week as it dipped down to 40 degrees at four stations. Producers averaged 5.6 days suitable for field work. Topsoil moisture conditions were rated at 25{fd15d42d1b024b97d6d50958be27cc8145b6addb99e015780abccf2984117bb0} very short, 40{fd15d42d1b024b97d6d50958be27cc8145b6addb99e015780abccf2984117bb0} short, 34{fd15d42d1b024b97d6d50958be27cc8145b6addb99e015780abccf2984117bb0} adequate and 1{fd15d42d1b024b97d6d50958be27cc8145b6addb99e015780abccf2984117bb0} surplus. Subsoil moisture supplies were rated at 20{fd15d42d1b024b97d6d50958be27cc8145b6addb99e015780abccf2984117bb0} very short, 44{fd15d42d1b024b97d6d50958be27cc8145b6addb99e015780abccf2984117bb0} short and 36{fd15d42d1b024b97d6d50958be27cc8145b6addb99e015780abccf2984117bb0} adequate. As of Sunday, 96{fd15d42d1b024b97d6d50958be27cc8145b6addb99e015780abccf2984117bb0} of winter wheat had turned color compared to the average of 33{fd15d42d1b024b97d6d50958be27cc8145b6addb99e015780abccf2984117bb0}, and 62{fd15d42d1b024b97d6d50958be27cc8145b6addb99e015780abccf2984117bb0} was mature compared to the average of 2{fd15d42d1b024b97d6d50958be27cc8145b6addb99e015780abccf2984117bb0}. Twenty percent of the crop was harvested compared to none at the same time last year and 0{fd15d42d1b024b97d6d50958be27cc8145b6addb99e015780abccf2984117bb0} for the five-year average. Corn was 98{fd15d42d1b024b97d6d50958be27cc8145b6addb99e015780abccf2984117bb0} emerged and soybeans were 69{fd15d42d1b024b97d6d50958be27cc8145b6addb99e015780abccf2984117bb0} emerged.
Michigan
Four days were suitable for field work this past week. Gentle, steady rainfall Thursday night through Saturday morning brought needed moisture to fields. Statewide, topsoil moisture was rated 4{fd15d42d1b024b97d6d50958be27cc8145b6addb99e015780abccf2984117bb0} very short, 21{fd15d42d1b024b97d6d50958be27cc8145b6addb99e015780abccf2984117bb0} short, 62{fd15d42d1b024b97d6d50958be27cc8145b6addb99e015780abccf2984117bb0} adequate and 13{fd15d42d1b024b97d6d50958be27cc8145b6addb99e015780abccf2984117bb0} surplus. Subsoil moisture was rated 3{fd15d42d1b024b97d6d50958be27cc8145b6addb99e015780abccf2984117bb0} very short, 19{fd15d42d1b024b97d6d50958be27cc8145b6addb99e015780abccf2984117bb0} short, 74{fd15d42d1b024b97d6d50958be27cc8145b6addb99e015780abccf2984117bb0} adequate and 4{fd15d42d1b024b97d6d50958be27cc8145b6addb99e015780abccf2984117bb0} surplus. Corn was 95{fd15d42d1b024b97d6d50958be27cc8145b6addb99e015780abccf2984117bb0} emerged and was rated 78{fd15d42d1b024b97d6d50958be27cc8145b6addb99e015780abccf2984117bb0} in good-to-excellent condition. Soybeans were 72{fd15d42d1b024b97d6d50958be27cc8145b6addb99e015780abccf2984117bb0} emerged and 72{fd15d42d1b024b97d6d50958be27cc8145b6addb99e015780abccf2984117bb0} in good-to-excellent condition. Winter wheat was 96{fd15d42d1b024b97d6d50958be27cc8145b6addb99e015780abccf2984117bb0} headed and 5{fd15d42d1b024b97d6d50958be27cc8145b6addb99e015780abccf2984117bb0} turning yellow.
Minnesota
Weather conditions were variable throughout the state, with scattered frost reported in northwestern areas and continued rains in the southwestern portion of the state. Topsoil moisture supplies were rated 95{fd15d42d1b024b97d6d50958be27cc8145b6addb99e015780abccf2984117bb0} adequate to surplus. Statewide, 4.2 days were rated suitable for field work. Corn was 98{fd15d42d1b024b97d6d50958be27cc8145b6addb99e015780abccf2984117bb0} emerged with an average height of 8 inches. Corn condition was rated 84 percent good to excellent. Soybeans planted advanced to 98{fd15d42d1b024b97d6d50958be27cc8145b6addb99e015780abccf2984117bb0} complete and 76{fd15d42d1b024b97d6d50958be27cc8145b6addb99e015780abccf2984117bb0} of the crop was emerged with an average height of 2 inches. Eighty-four percent of spring wheat was jointed with 4{fd15d42d1b024b97d6d50958be27cc8145b6addb99e015780abccf2984117bb0} headed.
Missouri
Normal temperatures returned, averaging 1 degree below to 1 degree above normal. Precipitation averaged 0.67 inch statewide. There were 6.5 days suitable for field work statewide. Topsoil moisture supply was at 40{fd15d42d1b024b97d6d50958be27cc8145b6addb99e015780abccf2984117bb0} very short, 42{fd15d42d1b024b97d6d50958be27cc8145b6addb99e015780abccf2984117bb0} short, 17{fd15d42d1b024b97d6d50958be27cc8145b6addb99e015780abccf2984117bb0} adequate and 1{fd15d42d1b024b97d6d50958be27cc8145b6addb99e015780abccf2984117bb0} surplus. Subsoil moisture was unseasonably low at 23{fd15d42d1b024b97d6d50958be27cc8145b6addb99e015780abccf2984117bb0} very short, 44{fd15d42d1b024b97d6d50958be27cc8145b6addb99e015780abccf2984117bb0} short, 32{fd15d42d1b024b97d6d50958be27cc8145b6addb99e015780abccf2984117bb0} adequate and 1{fd15d42d1b024b97d6d50958be27cc8145b6addb99e015780abccf2984117bb0} surplus. Corn condition was 49{fd15d42d1b024b97d6d50958be27cc8145b6addb99e015780abccf2984117bb0} good to excellent. There were several reports of poor root development in existing fields. Soybeans planted were 88{fd15d42d1b024b97d6d50958be27cc8145b6addb99e015780abccf2984117bb0}, 16 days ahead of last year, and 24 days ahead of normal. Although statewide emergence was 67{fd15d42d1b024b97d6d50958be27cc8145b6addb99e015780abccf2984117bb0}, 13 days ahead of last year, and 16 days ahead of normal, dry conditions caused uneven emergence in some fields. Soybean condition was 36{fd15d42d1b024b97d6d50958be27cc8145b6addb99e015780abccf2984117bb0} good to excellent. Winter wheat turning color was nearly complete, with harvesting at 33{fd15d42d1b024b97d6d50958be27cc8145b6addb99e015780abccf2984117bb0}, 18 days ahead of last year, and 19 days ahead of normal.
Nebraska
Showers brought moisture to eastern portions of the state, while the dry west saw conditions continue to decline, according to the NASS Nebraska Field Office. However, below-normal temperatures and less wind reduced stress on crops. Temperatures averaged slightly below normal in the western third of the state and 4 to 7 degrees below normal in the eastern two-thirds. Hail damaged crops and property in areas of the state. Statewide, topsoil moisture was rated 12{fd15d42d1b024b97d6d50958be27cc8145b6addb99e015780abccf2984117bb0} very short, 38{fd15d42d1b024b97d6d50958be27cc8145b6addb99e015780abccf2984117bb0} short and 50{fd15d42d1b024b97d6d50958be27cc8145b6addb99e015780abccf2984117bb0} adequate. Subsoil moisture was rated 12{fd15d42d1b024b97d6d50958be27cc8145b6addb99e015780abccf2984117bb0} very short, 42{fd15d42d1b024b97d6d50958be27cc8145b6addb99e015780abccf2984117bb0} short and 46{fd15d42d1b024b97d6d50958be27cc8145b6addb99e015780abccf2984117bb0} adequate. Corn conditions were rated 75{fd15d42d1b024b97d6d50958be27cc8145b6addb99e015780abccf2984117bb0} good to excellent, below the five-year average of 78{fd15d42d1b024b97d6d50958be27cc8145b6addb99e015780abccf2984117bb0}. Soybeans emerged were 89{fd15d42d1b024b97d6d50958be27cc8145b6addb99e015780abccf2984117bb0}, 11 days ahead of average. Soybean conditions were rated 71{fd15d42d1b024b97d6d50958be27cc8145b6addb99e015780abccf2984117bb0} good to excellent. Wheat turning color was 53{fd15d42d1b024b97d6d50958be27cc8145b6addb99e015780abccf2984117bb0}, 20 days ahead of average.
North Dakota
Temperatures were below normal across much of the state. Precipitation was near to below normal. Reporters indicated that frost was a concern in many parts of the state. The most adverse effects of frost were felt in the northeast and south-central districts. Statewide, on average, there were 5.3 days suitable for field work. Topsoil moisture supplies were rated 14{fd15d42d1b024b97d6d50958be27cc8145b6addb99e015780abccf2984117bb0} short, 77{fd15d42d1b024b97d6d50958be27cc8145b6addb99e015780abccf2984117bb0} adequate and 9{fd15d42d1b024b97d6d50958be27cc8145b6addb99e015780abccf2984117bb0} surplus. Subsoil moisture supplies were rated 16{fd15d42d1b024b97d6d50958be27cc8145b6addb99e015780abccf2984117bb0} short, 74{fd15d42d1b024b97d6d50958be27cc8145b6addb99e015780abccf2984117bb0} adequate and 10{fd15d42d1b024b97d6d50958be27cc8145b6addb99e015780abccf2984117bb0} surplus. Forty-nine percent of the spring wheat crop was jointed as of Sunday, an increase of 30 percentage points from the previous week. Durum wheat was 20{fd15d42d1b024b97d6d50958be27cc8145b6addb99e015780abccf2984117bb0} jointed. Corn was 96{fd15d42d1b024b97d6d50958be27cc8145b6addb99e015780abccf2984117bb0} emerged and soybeans were 81{fd15d42d1b024b97d6d50958be27cc8145b6addb99e015780abccf2984117bb0} emerged.
Ohio
The average temperature for the state was 67.6 degrees, 2.3 degrees above normal for the week. Precipitation averaged 1.03 inches, unchanged from normal. There were 123 modified growing degree days, 12 days above normal. Reporters rated 5.8 days suitable for field work. Topsoil moisture was rated 7{fd15d42d1b024b97d6d50958be27cc8145b6addb99e015780abccf2984117bb0} very short, 38{fd15d42d1b024b97d6d50958be27cc8145b6addb99e015780abccf2984117bb0} short, 52{fd15d42d1b024b97d6d50958be27cc8145b6addb99e015780abccf2984117bb0} adequate and 3{fd15d42d1b024b97d6d50958be27cc8145b6addb99e015780abccf2984117bb0} surplus. As of Sunday, corn was 97{fd15d42d1b024b97d6d50958be27cc8145b6addb99e015780abccf2984117bb0} emerged, compared to 68{fd15d42d1b024b97d6d50958be27cc8145b6addb99e015780abccf2984117bb0} for the five-year average. The crop was rated 67{fd15d42d1b024b97d6d50958be27cc8145b6addb99e015780abccf2984117bb0} in good-to-excellent condition. Eighty-one percent of soybeans were emerged, compared to 48{fd15d42d1b024b97d6d50958be27cc8145b6addb99e015780abccf2984117bb0} for the five-year average. The winter wheat crop was 45{fd15d42d1b024b97d6d50958be27cc8145b6addb99e015780abccf2984117bb0} turning color, compared to 4{fd15d42d1b024b97d6d50958be27cc8145b6addb99e015780abccf2984117bb0} for the five-year average. One percent of winter wheat was ripe.
Oklahoma
Temperatures ranged from 39 degrees at Kenton on May 28, to 103 degrees at Erick on May 29 and at Tipton on June 3. Precipitation ranged from 0.49 inch in the southwest district to 2.12 inches in the northeast district. Topsoil moisture conditions improved slightly with 45{fd15d42d1b024b97d6d50958be27cc8145b6addb99e015780abccf2984117bb0} rated adequate and 40{fd15d42d1b024b97d6d50958be27cc8145b6addb99e015780abccf2984117bb0} rated short. Subsoil moisture was rated 36{fd15d42d1b024b97d6d50958be27cc8145b6addb99e015780abccf2984117bb0} adequate and 46{fd15d42d1b024b97d6d50958be27cc8145b6addb99e015780abccf2984117bb0} short. There were 5.7 days suitable for field work. Wheat harvest made significant progress, despite slowing down for wet fields. Hail and wind damage was reported, but conditions continued to be rated mostly good. The wheat harvest was 73{fd15d42d1b024b97d6d50958be27cc8145b6addb99e015780abccf2984117bb0} complete by Sunday, 60 percentage points ahead of the five-year average. Corn was 98{fd15d42d1b024b97d6d50958be27cc8145b6addb99e015780abccf2984117bb0} emerged and 8{fd15d42d1b024b97d6d50958be27cc8145b6addb99e015780abccf2984117bb0} silking. Soybeans were 55{fd15d42d1b024b97d6d50958be27cc8145b6addb99e015780abccf2984117bb0} emerged.
South Dakota
Temperatures for the week averaged from the 50s across the state with some lower 60s along the Nebraska border. Precipitation continued to lag behind average in many places of the state, mainly across the west and in the northeast. Topsoil moisture was rated at 77{fd15d42d1b024b97d6d50958be27cc8145b6addb99e015780abccf2984117bb0} in adequate to surplus, 20{fd15d42d1b024b97d6d50958be27cc8145b6addb99e015780abccf2984117bb0} short and 3{fd15d42d1b024b97d6d50958be27cc8145b6addb99e015780abccf2984117bb0} very short. Subsoil moisture was rated at 72{fd15d42d1b024b97d6d50958be27cc8145b6addb99e015780abccf2984117bb0} adequate to surplus, 21{fd15d42d1b024b97d6d50958be27cc8145b6addb99e015780abccf2984117bb0} short and 7{fd15d42d1b024b97d6d50958be27cc8145b6addb99e015780abccf2984117bb0} very short. Corn was 95{fd15d42d1b024b97d6d50958be27cc8145b6addb99e015780abccf2984117bb0} emerged with an average height of 7 inches, ahead of the five-year average by 4 inches. Soybeans were at 93{fd15d42d1b024b97d6d50958be27cc8145b6addb99e015780abccf2984117bb0} planted, with 65{fd15d42d1b024b97d6d50958be27cc8145b6addb99e015780abccf2984117bb0} emerged, ahead of the five-year average of 30{fd15d42d1b024b97d6d50958be27cc8145b6addb99e015780abccf2984117bb0} emerged. Winter wheat was at 87{fd15d42d1b024b97d6d50958be27cc8145b6addb99e015780abccf2984117bb0} headed, ahead of the five-year average of 26{fd15d42d1b024b97d6d50958be27cc8145b6addb99e015780abccf2984117bb0}. Spring wheat was at 73{fd15d42d1b024b97d6d50958be27cc8145b6addb99e015780abccf2984117bb0} in the boot stage, ahead of the five year average of 15{fd15d42d1b024b97d6d50958be27cc8145b6addb99e015780abccf2984117bb0}. Twenty-one percent of spring wheat was headed.
Texas
Areas from the panhandle to coastal Texas received rainfall last week. Parts of north Texas received up to three inches while other areas observed scattered showers. Corn was 90{fd15d42d1b024b97d6d50958be27cc8145b6addb99e015780abccf2984117bb0} emerged and 51{fd15d42d1b024b97d6d50958be27cc8145b6addb99e015780abccf2984117bb0} silked, ahead of the five-year average of 38{fd15d42d1b024b97d6d50958be27cc8145b6addb99e015780abccf2984117bb0} silked. Cotton was 11{fd15d42d1b024b97d6d50958be27cc8145b6addb99e015780abccf2984117bb0} squaring and 5{fd15d42d1b024b97d6d50958be27cc8145b6addb99e015780abccf2984117bb0} setting bolls. Soybeans were 95{fd15d42d1b024b97d6d50958be27cc8145b6addb99e015780abccf2984117bb0} emerged and 12{fd15d42d1b024b97d6d50958be27cc8145b6addb99e015780abccf2984117bb0} blooming. The state’s winter wheat harvest was 38{fd15d42d1b024b97d6d50958be27cc8145b6addb99e015780abccf2984117bb0} complete as of Sunday, well ahead of the five-year average of 17{fd15d42d1b024b97d6d50958be27cc8145b6addb99e015780abccf2984117bb0}.
Wisconsin
Average temperatures were 1 degree below to 2 degrees above normal. Average high temperatures ranged from 70 to 74 degrees, while average low temperatures ranged from 51 to 55 degrees. Northern Wisconsin received some patchy light frost, but minimal damage was reported. Precipitation totals ranged from 0.18 inch in La Crosse to 1.01 inches in Madison. Statewide, soil moisture was rated 2{fd15d42d1b024b97d6d50958be27cc8145b6addb99e015780abccf2984117bb0} very short, 20{fd15d42d1b024b97d6d50958be27cc8145b6addb99e015780abccf2984117bb0} short, 74{fd15d42d1b024b97d6d50958be27cc8145b6addb99e015780abccf2984117bb0} adequate and 4{fd15d42d1b024b97d6d50958be27cc8145b6addb99e015780abccf2984117bb0} surplus. Corn was 98{fd15d42d1b024b97d6d50958be27cc8145b6addb99e015780abccf2984117bb0} planted and 87{fd15d42d1b024b97d6d50958be27cc8145b6addb99e015780abccf2984117bb0} emerged, with an average height of 6 inches. Replanting of frost- and storm-damaged corn continued. Cutworm damage and high weed pressure were reported in some areas. Soybeans were 92{fd15d42d1b024b97d6d50958be27cc8145b6addb99e015780abccf2984117bb0} planted and 60{fd15d42d1b024b97d6d50958be27cc8145b6addb99e015780abccf2984117bb0} emerged. Some re-planting of poor soybean stands was also reported.
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