Crop Progress Report

This year’s corn and soybean crops continue to develop faster than average due to the recent optimal growing weather. Sixty-five percent of the U.S. corn crop is silking, compared to 30% a year ago and the five year average of 47%, with all major growing states at or ahead of their respective averages.

Sixty percent of soybeans are blooming, compared to 41% a year ago and 56% on average. Sixty-seven percent of soybeans are in good to excellent shape. Seventy-one percent of winter wheat is harvested, compared to 69% a year ago and 74% on average. Of the U.S. pastures and rangelands, 64% are in good to excellent condition, up 15% from last year.