By Scout Nelson
For the week ending April 27, 2025, Nebraska reported 5.1 days suitable for fieldwork, according to the USDA’s National Agricultural Statistics Service. Soil conditions continue to be a concern across the state. Topsoil moisture supplies were rated 24% very short, 40% short, 36% adequate, and 0% surplus. Subsoil moisture was reported at 30% very short, 43% short, 27% adequate, and no surplus.
Corn planting progress reached 21%, closely matching last year’s 20% and the five-year average. Corn emergence was at 1%, also consistent with both last year and the average.
Soybean planting advanced to 13%, showing a slight improvement compared to 9% last year and 10% for the five-year average, indicating a positive start for the crop season.
Winter wheat condition ratings showed challenges, with 17% rated very poor, 15% poor, 35% fair, 31% good, and only 2% excellent. The data suggest that while wheat is progressing, overall conditions remain a concern for producers.
Sorghum planting was reported at 1%, identical to both last year’s progress and the five-year average. Sorghum growers are beginning the season steadily.
Oats planting was at 80%, matching last year's numbers and nearly reaching the five-year average of 81%. Oats emergence stood at 47%, slightly behind last year’s 52% but close to the average of 43%.
Field activities remain active despite moisture shortages, keeping Nebraska’s planting season on a near-normal pace.
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Categories: Nebraska, Crops, Corn, Wheat, Sorghum, Weather