By Andi Anderson
Indiana farmers have been making significant progress in their crop harvesting efforts, thanks to abnormally warm weather that aided corn dry down and provided favorable fieldwork conditions. According to the latest USDA Crop Progress Report, here are the key highlights:
- Corn Harvest: Indiana has harvested 13 percent of its corn for grain, with an additional 86 percent of the corn already harvested for silage.
- Soybean Harvest: Approximately 17 percent of the state's soybeans have been harvested.
These harvest percentages represent an increase from the previous week, indicating productive harvesting conditions.
Crop conditions in Indiana are also noteworthy, with corn rated at 65 percent in the good-to-excellent category, while soybean crops are rated at 64 percent in the same category.
Nationally, the U.S. has harvested 23 percent of its corn and soybean crops, highlighting the progress made in Indiana.
In terms of crop development, 97 percent of Indiana's corn has reached the dent stage, and 69 percent is mature. Meanwhile, 80 percent of soybeans are dropping leaves.
Regarding soil moisture, there has been an increase from the previous week, with 38 percent of topsoil moisture reported as adequate or surplus.
Indiana experienced an average temperature of 67.5 degrees Fahrenheit, which was 6.1 degrees above normal for the state. Precipitation levels varied, ranging from none to 3.87 inches over the week, with a statewide average of 0.80 inches, slightly above normal.
These updates provide valuable insights into the progress of Indiana's crop harvest, crop conditions, and the state's ongoing weather conditions, all of which are crucial factors for the agricultural community.
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Categories: Indiana, Crops, Corn, Soybeans, Harvesting