Crop Conditions
U.S. corn ratings are at their lowest for the year
Early harvest progress also shows major disparity across states
The late season decline has kept ratings below year-ago levels
The improvement in ratings is the first since early July
USDA also begins tracking national corn harvest progress
The late summer slide has pushed conditions below recent historical averages
Soybeans and wheat also saw declines this week
High temperatures in some areas and excessive rainfall in others led to deteriorating conditions
Flooding and derecho damage in the east, drought in the Plains, and a surprise USDA yield cut have this year’s crop looking more uncertain than ever right as Pro Farmer Crop Tour scouts prepare to hit the fields.
Western Corn Belt states continue to drive the U.S. crop lower