By Andi Anderson
Indiana farmers are making steady progress with their spring planting, staying on track with historical averages for both corn and soybeans. As of May 4, the U.S. Department of Agriculture reports that 26% of corn and 25% of soybeans have been planted across the state.
Corn planting is now slightly ahead of the five-year average of 25%, while soybean planting is well above the five-year average of 20%. This suggests that many Indiana growers are seizing available weather windows to push forward despite early spring delays.
Across the United States, corn planting stands at 40% complete, and soybeans at 30%, indicating Indiana is somewhat behind the national pace, but not significantly.
The planting season has been challenged by wet conditions in April, making it difficult for some Indiana farmers to enter their fields on schedule. Despite this, the latest numbers show that growers are catching up quickly.
With warmer and drier days expected in the coming weeks, farmers hope to close the gap and complete planting without further setbacks.
These early planting figures are critical, as they influence the growing season timeline, crop development, and ultimately harvest outcomes in the fall.
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Categories: Indiana, Crops, Corn, Soybeans