According to the latest report from the USDA's National Agricultural Statistics Service, sorghum and dry bean planting in Nebraska continue to fall further behind schedule. The week ending June 4, 2023, saw limited suitable fieldwork days, with moisture supplies posing challenges for crop development.
Key findings from the Field Crops Report indicate that corn condition is predominantly rated as fair to excellent, with 92% of the crop already emerged. Soybeans are also progressing well, with 96% planted and 85% emerged. However, winter wheat condition remains a concern, with 19% rated as very poor and heading progress trailing behind last year.
Sorghum planting is significantly delayed compared to the previous year and the average, currently standing at 51%. Additionally, dry edible bean planting is behind last year's progress, with only 18% planted and 3% emerged.
In terms of pasture and range conditions, 14% are classified as very poor, highlighting the impact of challenging moisture conditions on livestock grazing.
The adverse weather and moisture conditions pose ongoing challenges for Nebraska farmers and highlight the need for continued monitoring and adaptation throughout the growing season.
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Categories: Nebraska, Crops, Corn, Soybeans, Wheat, Sorghum, Weather