By Blake Jackson
In the week ending November 17, 2024, there were 3.7 days suitable for fieldwork across Missouri. Statewide, the average temperature was 50.3°F, which is 6.2°F above normal for this time of year. Precipitation averaged 0.28 inches, falling 0.53 inches below the seasonal norm.
Topsoil moisture was reported as 1% very short, 7% short, 78% adequate, and 14% surplus. Subsoil moisture levels were rated at 4% very short, 20% short, 74% adequate, and 2% surplus.
Corn harvesting reached 95%, surpassing the five-year average of 93%. Soybean harvests progressed to 93%, also outpacing the five-year average of 89%. Cotton harvesting hit 95%, ahead of the typical 90% average for this period.
Winter wheat planting was nearly complete, with 92% planted compared to the five-year average of 90%. Additionally, 77% of winter wheat had emerged, slightly ahead of the 74% five-year average.
The condition of the winter wheat crop was rated as follows: 1% very poor, 2% poor, 25% fair, 66% good, and 6% excellent.
Compared to the same week in 2023, progress in most categories has been steady. Corn and cotton harvests matched or slightly lagged last year’s pace, while winter wheat emergence and planting remained consistent.
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Categories: Missouri, Crops, Corn, Soybeans