By Scout Nelson
Nebraska farmers had a productive week with 4.1 days suitable for fieldwork, as reported by the USDA's National Agricultural Statistics Service. The conditions for planting were supported by varied moisture levels, with topsoil moisture rated mostly adequate at 63%, and subsoil moisture also predominantly adequate at 53%.
As of the end of April, corn planting was well underway with 22% of the crop in the ground, closely aligning with last year's 24% and the five-year average of 23%. Of the planted corn, 1% has emerged, mirroring the progress made by this time last year and the average.
Soybean farmers also made headway with 10% of planting complete, slightly below last year’s 13% and the average of 11%. The winter wheat showed strong vitality, with 63% rated as good or excellent. Conversely, the very poor and poor categories together comprised just 7%.
Other crops like sorghum and oats are on track as well, with sorghum planting at 1%, consistent with previous years. Oats have seen significant progress with 82% planted, surpassing both last year's 79% and the 77% average. 55% of the oats have emerged, significantly ahead of last year’s 37% and the 39% average.
These statistics provide a snapshot of the current agricultural status in Nebraska, offering insights into the planting progress and crop health as the season advances.
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Categories: Nebraska, Crops