Challenging conditions persist in the state, affecting crop development, according to the recent Missouri Crop progress report by the U.S. Department of Agriculture's National Agricultural Statistic Service (NASS),. The week ending June 18, 2023, saw limited fieldwork opportunities, with 6.3 days suitable for work.
Temperatures remained below average at 70.3 degrees, while precipitation levels were below normal with an average of 0.53 inches. These factors contribute to significant soil moisture deficits, as indicated by the topsoil and subsoil moisture supply ratings.
Concerns loom over corn crops, with condition ratings revealing 6% very poor, 7% poor, 44% fair, 40% good, and 3% excellent. Soybean planting progress, however, shows positive momentum, as 95% of the crop has been planted, surpassing the 5-year average by 12%. Additionally, soybean emergence stands at 89%, well ahead of the average.
Nevertheless, soybean condition ratings indicate 5% very poor, 9% poor, 42% fair, 41% good, and 3% excellent. The loss of yield remains a significant worry for many farmers due to the high rates of evaporation and moisture losses experienced in recent months.
To access the complete report, including the detailed PDF version, interested parties can visit the provided link. For further information and inquiries regarding NASS surveys and reports, the Heartland Regional Field Office can be reached at (314) 595-9594 or via email at nassrfohlr@usda.gov.
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Categories: Missouri, Crops, Corn, Soybeans