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Rain causing problems in southwest Minnesota

An extension specialist says too much moisture is delaying corn planting in southwest Minnesota, and some acres might need to be replanted.

Bruce Potter is based in Lamberton.

“One of the things people are worried about is corn coming up that’s been in the ground while it’s been cold and wet, and (the corn) looks yellow.  But I think for the most part it should snap out.  There’s been some corn that was planted that’s been under water for awhile and we’ll just have to wait and see how that straightens out.”

He tells Brownfield areas that will need to be replanted are few and far between at this point.

“It’s mainly the areas where we’ve had some of the heavier rains, like the I-90 corridor in the southwest corner of the state (where it’s probably the worst).  It’s not a huge area of Minnesota by any means, but for those guys that are in that area it’s a little frustrating and hopefully things get dried out.”

Statewide, corn planting in Minnesota is nearly two weeks ahead of normal at 59 percent complete as of Sunday.