By Blake Jackson
In the week ending November 3, 2024, Missouri experienced an average of 4.8 days suitable for fieldwork, with statewide temperatures averaging 60.1 degrees 7.5 degrees above normal.
Precipitation levels were higher than usual, averaging 1.79 inches, which is 0.69 inches above the norm.
Topsoil moisture conditions showed that 8 percent of the area was rated very short, 27 percent short, 63 percent adequate, and 2 percent surplus.
In terms of subsoil moisture, 17 percent was classified as very short, 35 percent short, 47 percent adequate, and only 1 percent surplus.
Crop progress data indicated significant advancements in harvesting. Corn harvested for grain reached 91 percent, surpassing the 5-year average of 83 percent.
Soybean harvesting also performed well, reaching 86 percent compared to the 5-year average of 69 percent. Cotton harvesting reached 84 percent, exceeding the average of 66 percent.
Additionally, winter wheat planting was reported at 79 percent, above the 5-year average of 68 percent, while winter wheat emergence was at 44 percent, closely aligned with the average of 45 percent.
The condition of winter wheat was rated as follows: 1 percent very poor, 5 percent poor, 33 percent fair, 56 percent good, and 5 percent excellent.
This assessment highlights the overall positive crop progress in Missouri, contributing to the state’s agricultural productivity.
Photo Credit: gettyimages-chrisboswell
Categories: Missouri, Crops, Corn, Soybeans