By Blake Jackson
During the week ending April 27, 2025, farmers experienced limited time in the fields, with just 2.9 days suitable for fieldwork. Despite the restricted access, crop progress remained ahead or near seasonal averages across much of the state.
The average statewide temperature was 62.5°F, which is 4 degrees warmer than normal. Rainfall for the week measured 1.42 inches 0.42 inches above the historical average contributing to favorable moisture conditions.
Topsoil moisture levels were reported as 3% short, 74% adequate, and 23% surplus. Subsoil moisture was rated 1% very short, 6% short, 82% adequate, and 11% surplus, indicating mostly sufficient moisture for crop development.
Corn planting progressed to 47%, slightly ahead of the five-year average of 41%. Corn emergence was also on track, reaching 15%, just above the average of 14%.
Soybean planting showed strong early-season momentum, advancing to 25%, well ahead of the five-year average of 12%. Soybean emergence stood at 4%, just above the 3% average.
Cotton planting reached 5%, compared to the average of 3%. Rice planting was 44% complete, slightly surpassing the five-year average of 42%, though only 11% had emerged lagging behind the 16% average.
Winter wheat development also progressed, with 26% headed, while crop condition remained largely positive, with 75% rated good to excellent.
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Categories: Missouri, Crops, Corn, Soybeans