Rainfall experienced by many throughout the State did little to slow harvest progress, according to Nathanial Warenski, state statistician, USDA NASS, Indiana Field Office. Soil moisture levels increased from the previous week, with 42 percent of topsoil moisture reported as adequate or surplus.
The average temperature for the week was 53.7 degrees Fahrenheit, 2.7 degrees above normal for the State. The amount of rainfall varied from 0.05 to 2.27 inches over the week. The statewide average precipitation was 1.00 inch, 0.49 inches above normal. There were 5.3 days suitable for fieldwork for the week ending Sunday.
Rain showers across the State did little to hinder harvest progress. Corn for grain harvest progress surpassed its five-year average pace. Soybean harvest continued ahead of its five-year average.
Winter wheat planted met its five-year average. Short-term moisture provided by timely rains encouraged winter wheat emergence which was up 18 percentage points from the previous week. Despite notable progress, winter wheat emergence continued behind its five-year average with 65 percent of the crop rated in good to excellent condition. Hay harvest neared completion.
Pasture conditions declined from the previous week with 18 percent of pastures rated in good to excellent condition. Other activities for the week included fertilization applications, mowing stalks, wheat and rye certification, and tillage.
Categories: Indiana, Harvesting