Tri-state program intended to reduce Erie phosphorous
Farmers in Indiana, Michigan and Ohio will have additional tools to help prevent harmful algae blooms in Lake Erie thanks to a phosphorous reduction program announced June 29.
Rain continued to wreak havoc on Illinois growers racing to plant the last of their soybeans, or replant waterlogged areas, as well as those itching to harvest winter wheat.
Rain and sodden fields kept Jeff Scholl, grain farmer in Henry County, indoors last week working on machinery in his shop – and planning what he would do if it ever stops raining.
Saturated soils and an overabundance of rain in Ohio in late June is causing numerous concerns in early July. Flooding and the resulting standing water led to "yellowing" of crops, disease, projected yield losses and weed pressure.
Rainfall has been plentiful in southern Michigan, causing some flooding along the state line and swollen rivers across lower Michigan. Some soybean fields are spotty with light green patches, while other stands are lush and green. Replanting in some areas is a must.
Severe weather conditions rolled through Iowa during the week ending June 28, as high winds, isolated hail and heavy rain occurred, with excessive moisture stressing some crops and causing small drowned-out areas, preventing farmers from controlling weeds, according to the June 29 Crop & Weather report.
Above-normal temperatures and precipitation were reported in the June 29 crop and progress condition report from the Kentucky field office of NASS. Chris Ammerman, extension agent in northern Grant County, said conditions are improving.
Stocks much higher, but still under trade estimate
While up considerably from a year ago, corn and soybean stocks as of June 1 were under trade estimates. Corn stocks totaled 4.47 billion bushels, compared to 3.85 billion a year ago.
