Corn planting is slightly ahead of last year at this time

LINCOLN — As of April 21, there were 6.2 days suitable for fieldwork, according to the USDA’s National Agricultural Statistics Service.

Topsoil moisture supplies rated 33% very short, 45% short, 22% adequate, and 0% surplus. Subsoil moisture supplies rated 41% very short, 42% short, 17% adequate, and 0% surplus.

The report indicated eight percent of the total corn crop has been planted, as compared to five percent for last year and 2023 at this time.

Two percent of the soybean crop had been planted by April 21, an amount equal to last year.

Winter wheat condition rated 23% very poor, 17% poor, 30% fair, 29% good, and 1% excellent.

Oats planted was 72%, near 69% last year, and ahead of the 66% average.