By Scout Nelson
According to the USDA's National Agricultural Statistics Service, the week ending November 10, 2024, provided 3.0 days suitable for fieldwork. The topsoil moisture was found to be mostly stable with 5% very short, 21% short, 57% adequate, and 17% surplus. The subsoil moisture mirrored this positive trend, showing 8% very short, 37% short, 47% adequate, and 8% surplus.
In the field crops report, the condition of winter wheat was noted as diverse with 4% rated very poor, 10% poor, 39% fair, 39% good, and 8% excellent. Winter wheat planting reached 97%, consistent with last year and slightly above the five-year average of 96%. The emergence of winter wheat stood at 84%, closely aligning with last year's 85% and surpassing the average of 81%.
The report also provided updates on other major crops. Corn harvesting was nearly complete at 97%, closely matching last year’s 96% and exceeding the average of 94%. Soybean harvesting showed marked improvement at 96%, ahead of last year's 91% and the average of 88%.
Sorghum harvest reported at 88% was consistent with last year and above the average. Cotton harvest was progressing at 57%, similar to last year and significantly ahead of the average of 43%. Sunflower harvesting achieved 90%, exceeding last year's 85% and the average of 83%.
The pasture and range conditions were rated with 11% very poor, 21% poor, 45% fair, 22% good, and 1% excellent, indicating varied pasture health across the regions.
This comprehensive snapshot from the USDA offers a glimpse into the ongoing agricultural activities across the country, highlighting the resilience and adaptability of the farming sector in maintaining steady crop and pasture conditions amidst fluctuating weather patterns.
These reports are vital for planning and optimizing agricultural strategies to enhance productivity and sustainability in the farming industry.
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Categories: Kansas, Crops, Corn, Soybeans, Sorghum, Weather