Troy Deutmeyer, Pioneer agronomist for Northeast Iowa says that the weather has really played a role in the condition of the crops. Rain, wind, and hail have all played a role in the lack of nitrogen in the soil. Although many areas are seeing water logged fields and standing, some are seeing soybeans starting to flower. Deutmeyer says if the area sees some nice weather a few days in a row the fields may dry out and crop conditions will improve.
Missouri Pioneer Area Agronomist Matt Prewitt says the corn is ahead of last year and is progressing nicely in the area and growers are almost to the halfway mark. He says soybeans are seeing a different story and it has been a struggle to get into the field and finish planting them.
Northern Illinois agronomist John Kultgen describes June as a wet month for growers. He reports that it has been a challenging time, but alfalfa will be ready for the second cut and wheat will be ready for harvest in 1-2 weeks. Strong storms have caused some damage with the corn crop. Kultgen highly recommends growers scouting crops and talking local Pioneer agronomist.
Weather has caused a few problems in the field, according to Darren Barker, agronomist for Southeast Nebraska, including flooding and hail damage. Barker says if you do have hail damage, wait a few days to assess the damage because a lot of time crops can survive depending on the amount of hail and the damage to the plant. As for flooding, he reminds farmers that corn can actually survive a few days under water. There are some reports of green clover worm that had to be treated. He suggests to keep an eye on the crops to make sure they aren’t being damaged.
Brian Early, Pioneer Area Agronomist for Northern Indiana reports rainfall across the state anywhere from one inch to five inches. Corn and soybeans heights vary depending on the planting date in the season. Early hopes a dry spell in the weather will allow for post emergence sprays to be applied.
Missouri Pioneer Area Agronomist Matt Prewitt reports that the planting season started out better this year compared to the last few years. May was wet and colder than normal and due to those conditions, a high percentage of the corn and soybeans needed to be replanted toward the end of May, beginning of June. Around Memorial Day, the heat allowed for fields to dry out and replanting took place during this time.
Northern Illinois agronomist John Kultgen reports the temperature has helped with the growth of the both the soybeans and corn. Corn is at the V3-V5 stage and most soybeans are emerging. Growing degree units are at or above the 11 year average. There are some areas that have seen the need to replant due to the cooler temperatures and wet weather in the early part of May.
Tim Lewandowski says most of the corn for North Central and South Central Nebraska is at the V2 to V5 stages. With the wind and the rain the last few days, post-applications have slowed down. Even with all the recent rain there hasn’t been any washing or run off.
Darren Barker, agronomist for Southeast Nebraska reports that corn planting is nearly complete and corn emergence is looking good so far. There are some crusting and insect issues in the area but no reports of major problems. Soybeans are still in the process of planting due to rain delays and should be wrapped up by the end of the weekend. Barker does tell producers to keep a particular eye out for black cutworm in corn this year and as post emergence herbicide begins to be applies to always follow the label recommendations.
Brian Early, Pioneer Area Agronomist for North Central Indiana reports that the recent rain and below average temperatures have slowed planting and herbicide applications. With the change in weather this week fields will continue to dry out and farmers should be able to get out into the fields for more spraying and finishing planting.
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