Cr Pr 2-2 (8-99)

Washington, D.C.

Crop

Production

Released August 12, 1999, by the National Agricultural Statistics Service (NASS), Agricultural Statistics Board, U.S. Department of Agriculture. 

For information on "Crop Production" call (202) 720-2127, office hours 7:30 a.m. to 4:00 p.m. ET.

Corn Production Down 2 Percent

Soybean Production Up 4 Percent

Corn production is forecast at 9.56 billion bushels, down 2 percent from last year but up 4 percent from

1997. Based on August 1 conditions, yields are expected to average 134.7 bushels per acre, up 0.3 bushels

from a year ago. If realized, this would be the third largest production and second highest yield on record. 

Acreage for grain harvest is estimated at 71.0 million acres, down 84,000 acres from June.

Soybean production is forecast at a record high 2.87 billion bushels, up 4 percent from last year’s record of

2.76 billion bushels. Based on August 1 conditions, yields are expected to average 39.2 bushels per acre, up

0.3 bushels from 1998 but 2.2 bushels below the record set in 1994. Acreage for harvest is estimated at a

record 73.3 million acres, up 3 percent from 1998 but down fractionally from June. 

All cotton production is forecast at 18.3 million 480-pound bales, up 32 percent from 1998. Yield is

expected to average 649 pounds per harvested acre, up 24 pounds from last year. Excessive heat has resulted

in some stress to cotton. Producers expect to harvest 13.5 million acres, 27 percent above last year’s drought

reduced harvested acreage. Upland accounts for 13.2 million harvested acres, 26 percent above 1998. 

American-Pima harvested acreage is estimated at 316,200 acres, 35 percent above last year. Upland cotton

production is forecast at 17.6 million 480-pound bales, a 31 percent increase from 1998. Pima cotton

production is forecast at 667,600 480-pound bales.

All wheat production is placed at 2.31 billion bushels, down 1 percent from the July forecast and down

9 percent from 1998. Based on August 1 conditions, the U.S. yield is forecast at 42.5 bushels per acre, down

0.2 bushels from last month.

-Special NotesREMINDER: All forecasts in this report are based on conditions about August 1 and do not reflect any

possible weather affects since that time.

PLANTED ACREAGE UPDATE: The National Agricultural Statistics Service revisited selected North

Dakota operations that had not completed planting at the time of the June interview to verify planted acreage

and harvest intentions. Acreage changes were also made in States where new information has become

available. Planted changes are shown on pages four and five.
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The final winter wheat production forecast is 1.69 billion bushels. This is up 1 percent from last month, but

down 10 percent from 1998. The U.S. yield is forecast at 47.4 bushels per acre, up 0.4 bushels from last

month to a new record high.

Hard Red Winter, at 1.04 billion bushels, is up from a month ago by 1 percent. White Winter is down for the

third consecutive month and now totals 199 million bushels. Soft Red Winter is up 2 percent from the last

forecast, at 451 million bushels.

Durum wheat production is forecast at 114 million bushels, down 14 percent from last month and 19 percent

from 1998. Lower yields and a 150,000 acre drop in North Dakota harvested area caused the decline. The

U.S. yield is forecast at 29.2 bushels per acre, 3.5 bushels less than last month.

Other Spring wheat production is forecast at 512 million bushels, down 3 percent from both last month and

1998. There were no changes in acreage intended for harvest. The U.S. yield is forecast at 34.2 bushels per

acre, 0.7 bushels less than July 1. Of the production total, 460 million is Hard Red Spring wheat, down

3 percent from last month.

This report was approved on August 12, 1999.

Secretary of

Agriculture

Dan Glickman

Agricultural Statistics Board

Chairperson

Rich Allen
Crop Production Agricultural Statistics Board

August 1999 3 NASS, USDA

Contents

Page

Apples . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . 31

Barley . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . 11

Beans, Dry Edible . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . 19

Coffee . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . 32

Corn for Grain . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . 7

Cotton . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . 18

Cottonseed . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . 16

Crop Comments . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . 42

Crop Summary . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . 34

Fruits and Nuts Production . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . 36

Ginger Root . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . 33

Grapes . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . 33

Hay, All . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . 22

Alfalfa . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . 23

Other . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . 24

Hops . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . 29

Information Contacts . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . 55

July Weather Summary . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . 42

Oats . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . 10

Olives . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . 29

Papayas . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . 29

Peaches . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . 30

Peanuts . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . 15

Pears . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . 32

Prunes and Plums . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . 29

Reliability of Production Data in this Report . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . 53

Rice . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . 16

Rice, by Class . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . 16

Selected Crops . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . 4

Sorghum for Grain . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . 9

Soybeans . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . 17

Sugarbeets . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . 28

Sugarcane for Sugar and Seed . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . 28

Sunflower . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . 6

Tobacco . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . 25

Weather Maps . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . 40

Wheat, All . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . 12

Durum . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . 14

Other Spring . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . 14

Winter . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . 13

Wheat, by Class . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . 15
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Selected Crops: Area Planted by State

and United States, 1999

State Soybeans Sorghum Upland

Cotton Peanuts Sugarbeets Dry Edible

Beans

1,000 Acres 1,000 Acres 1,000 Acres 1,000 Acres 1,000 Acres 1,000 Acres

AL

AZ

AR

CA

CO

DE

FL

GA

ID

IL

IN

IA

KS

KY

LA

MD

MI

MN

MS

MO

MT

NE

NV

NJ

NM

NY

NC

ND

OH

OK

OR

PA

SC

SD

TN

TX

UT

VA

WA

WV

WI

WY

US

240

3,500

205

20

 *220

10,800

5,700

10,900

2,700

1,200

1,050

460

2,000

7,000

2,000

5,400

4,350

110

110

1,450

1,500

4,700

500

370

500

3,900

1,140

340

 *480

1,300

 *74,145

14

120

240

50

100

3,600

9

260

60

320

550

190

19

460

7

180

20

 *3,100

 *9,299

570

240

940

 *590

89

1,500

29

570

1,200

450

70

 *880

225

320

600

5,900

 *110

 *14,283

199

96

540

19

126

80

12

320

 *76

 *1,468

112.0

71.1

211.0

194.0

475.0

61.9

72.4

255.0

1.2

20.0

 *28.0

59.0

 *1,560.6

 *135.0

 *165.0

 *105.0

 *24.0

350.0

200.0

16.0

220.0

 *1.0

 *31.0

630.0

 *11.7

20.0

6.7

 *37.0

8.2

32.0

 *1,992.6

* Updated from "Acreage" released June 30, 1999.
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Selected Crops: Area Planted by State

and United States, 1999

State Barley Durum Wheat Oats

1,000 Acres 1,000 Acres 1,000 Acres

AL

AZ

AR

CA

CO

DE

FL

GA

ID

IL

IN

IA

KS

KY

LA

ME

MD

MI

MN

MS

MO

MT

NE

NV

NJ

NM

NY

NC

ND

OH

OK

OR

PA

SC

SD

TN

TX

UT

VA

WA

WV

WI

WY

US

62

170

90

30

710

16

9

55

23

200

1,250

5

5

6

24

 *1,350

4

145

75

3

80

15

90

80

500

80

90

 *5,167

75

90

10

400

 *3,400

40

 *4,015

40

15

275

50

60

80

75

40

240

120

27

9

110

400

35

160

135

100

60

 *650

120

65

45

180

45

320

670

45

30

7

430

60

 *4,698

* Updated from "Acreage" released June 30, 1999.
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Sunflower: Area Planted and Harvested by Type, State,

and United States, 1999

State Oil Type Non-Oil Type All Types

Planted Harvested Planted Harvested Planted Harvested

1,000 Acres 1,000 Acres 1,000 Acres 1,000 Acres 1,000 Acres 1,000 Acres

CO

KS

MN

NE

ND

SD

TX

Oth Sts

US

195

240

90

70

 *1,300

840

25

42

 *2,802

190

230

86

69

 *1,280

827

24

37

 *2,743

120

30

45

50

 *500

60

55

14

 *874

115

30

42

49

 *490

58

53

13

 *850

315

270

135

120

 *1,800

900

80

56

 *3,676

305

260

128

118

 *1,770

885

77

50

 *3,593

* Updated from "Acreage" released June 30, 1999.
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Corn for Grain: Area Harvested, Yield, and Production by State

and United States, 1997-98 and Forecasted August 1, 1999

State

Area Harvested Yield Production

1998 1999 1998 1999 1997 1998 1999

1,000 Acres 1,000 Acres Bushels Bushels 1,000 Bushels 1,000 Bushels 1,000 Bushels

AL

AZ

AR

CA

CO

CT 1

DE

FL

GA

ID

IL

IN

IA

KS

KY

LA

ME 1

MD

MA 1

MI

MN

MS

MO

MT

NE

NH 1

NJ

NM

NY

NC

ND

OH

OK

OR

PA

RI 1

SC

SD

TN

TX

UT

VT 1

VA

WA

WV

WI

WY

US

200

30

215

260

1,070

155

55

265

52

10,450

5,550

12,200

2,850

1,180

540

400

2,050

6,750

500

2,500

18

8,550

98

85

580

770

825

3,340

220

33

1,050

275

3,550

620

1,850

24

300

100

34

2,950

60

72,604

210

30

135

235

1,130

154

40

260

55

10,650

5,750

11,800

2,800

1,240

410

400

1,900

6,700

320

2,600

19

8,250

60

90

590

670

810

3,100

310

35

1,030

260

3,250

560

1,730

22

320

140

35

2,800

55

70,955

63.0

175.0

100.0

160.0

145.0

100.0

62.0

85.0

150.0

141.0

137.0

145.0

147.0

115.0

81.0

109.0

111.0

153.0

86.0

114.0

115.0

145.0

92.0

165.0

114.0

70.0

107.0

141.0

130.0

190.0

111.0

40.0

121.0

96.0

100.0

141.0

84.0

190.0

80.0

137.0

127.0

134.4

96.0

190.0

125.0

185.0

146.0

92.0

88.0

90.0

155.0

140.0

130.0

151.0

139.0

105.0

127.0

90.0

127.0

150.0

110.0

103.0

135.0

141.0

40.0

170.0

105.0

90.0

102.0

131.0

135.0

190.0

72.0

68.0

120.0

105.0

135.0

143.0

80.0

195.0

65.0

143.0

130.0

134.7

21,750

6,600

23,125

45,050

143,080

16,800

6,000

47,250

6,665

1,425,450

701,500

1,642,200

371,800

118,450

48,789

36,900

255,060

851,400

46,331

299,000

1,890

1,135,200

10,152

14,875

66,000

77,430

58,410

475,700

23,460

5,265

98,980

30,875

326,400

63,240

241,500

2,940

30,225

18,050

3,420

402,600

7,020

9,206,832

12,600

5,250

21,500

41,600

155,150

15,500

3,410

22,525

7,800

1,473,450

760,350

1,769,000

418,950

135,700

43,740

43,600

227,550

1,032,750

43,000

285,000

2,070

1,239,750

9,016

14,025

66,120

53,900

88,275

470,940

28,600

6,270

116,550

11,000

429,550

59,520

185,000

3,384

25,200

19,000

2,720

404,150

7,620

9,761,085

20,160

5,700

16,875

43,475

164,980

14,168

3,520

23,400

8,525

1,491,000

747,500

1,781,800

389,200

130,200

52,070

36,000

241,300

1,005,000

35,200

267,800

2,565

1,163,250

2,400

15,300

61,950

60,300

82,620

406,100

41,850

6,650

74,160

17,680

390,000

58,800

233,550

3,146

25,600

27,300

2,275

400,400

7,150

9,560,919 1 Not estimated.
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Sorghum for Grain: Area Harvested, Yield, and Production by State

and United States, 1997-98 and Forecasted August 1, 1999

State

Area Harvested Yield Production

1998 1999 1998 1999 1997 1998 1999

1,000 Acres 1,000 Acres Bushels Bushels 1,000 Bushels 1,000 Bushels 1,000 Bushels

AL

AR

CO

GA

IL

KS

KY

LA

MS

MO

NE

NM

NC

OK

SC

SD

TN

TX

US

6

130

185

30

107

3,300

8

125

36

320

600

65

12

340

3

140

16

2,300

7,723

8

115

200

30

97

3,400

7

250

56

310

450

135

11

400

4

110

16

2,900

8,499

45.0

53.0

57.0

38.0

74.0

80.0

80.0

60.0

65.0

83.0

94.0

45.0

45.0

45.0

35.0

71.0

70.0

46.0

67.3

50.0

75.0

52.0

50.0

80.0

73.0

80.0

75.0

75.0

74.0

90.0

55.0

57.0

49.0

45.0

60.0

75.0

65.0

69.2

300

11,100

6,000

1,800

10,465

265,200

585

6,600

2,475

36,800

60,750

9,988

550

22,500

172

11,360

1,050

185,850

633,545

270

6,890

10,545

1,140

7,918

264,000

640

7,500

2,340

26,560

56,400

2,925

540

15,300

105

9,940

1,120

105,800

519,933

400

8,625

10,400

1,500

7,760

248,200

560

18,750

4,200

22,940

40,500

7,425

627

19,600

180

6,600

1,200

188,500

587,967
Crop Production Agricultural Statistics Board

August 1999 10 NASS, USDA

Oats: Area Harvested, Yield, and Production by State

and United States, 1998 and Forecasted August 1, 1999

State

Area Harvested Yield Production

1998 1999 1998

1999

1998 1999

Jul 1 Aug 1

1,000 Acres 1,000 Acres Bushels Bushels Bushels 1,000 Bushels 1,000 Bushels

AL 1

AR 1

CA

CO

GA 1

ID

IL

IN

IA

KS

ME

MD 1

MI

MN

MO

MT

NE

NY

NC

ND

OH

OK

OR

PA

SC 1

SD

TX

UT 1

WA

WV 1

WI

WY

US

17

9

30

25

25

30

70

30

185

60

24

7

105

310

13

60

95

105

20

420

100

25

35

160

25

300

130

9

15

4

300

22

2,765

20

13

25

20

25

25

65

25

200

70

24

7

85

350

20

80

75

70

30

390

100

30

20

155

30

210

110

9

15

3

300

30

2,631

48.0

80.0

75.0

70.0

53.0

75.0

56.0

50.0

59.0

45.0

73.0

50.0

46.0

63.0

47.0

54.0

56.0

62.0

58.0

62.0

65.0

41.0

110.0

53.0

45.0

67.0

53.0

70.0

75.0

50.0

61.0

64.0

60.4

50.0

68.0

80.0

59.0

55.0

73.0

69.0

60.0

68.0

58.0

75.0

54.0

60.0

59.0

57.0

60.0

67.0

55.0

67.0

60.0

75.0

40.0

93.0

55.0

50.0

64.0

44.0

70.0

70.0

48.0

60.0

65.0

61.1

50.0

68.0

85.0

62.0

55.0

68.0

73.0

68.0

68.0

45.0

80.0

54.0

63.0

59.0

57.0

56.0

64.0

58.0

72.0

60.0

75.0

43.0

95.0

53.0

50.0

68.0

48.0

70.0

65.0

48.0

62.0

64.0

61.6

816

720

2,250

1,750

1,325

2,250

3,920

1,500

10,915

2,700

1,752

350

4,830

19,530

611

3,240

5,320

6,510

1,160

26,040

6,500

1,025

3,850

8,480

1,125

20,100

6,890

630

1,125

200

18,300

1,408

167,122

1,000

884

2,125

1,240

1,375

1,700

4,745

1,700

13,600

3,150

1,920

378

5,355

20,650

1,140

4,480

4,800

4,060

2,160

23,400

7,500

1,290

1,900

8,215

1,500

14,280

5,280

630

975

144

18,600

1,920

162,096 1 Estimates for current year carried forward from an earlier forecast.
Crop Production Agricultural Statistics Board

August 1999 11 NASS, USDA

Barley: Area Harvested, Yield, and Production by State

and United States, 1998 and Forecasted August 1, 1999

State

Area Harvested Yield Production

1998 1999 1998

1999

1998 1999

Jul 1 Aug 1

1,000 Acres 1,000 Acres Bushels Bushels Bushels 1,000 Bushels 1,000 Bushels

AZ 1

CA

CO

DE 1

ID

KS

KY 1

MD

MI 1

MN

MT

NE 1

NV 1

NJ 1

NC 1

ND

OK 1

OR

PA

SC 1

SD

TX 1

UT

VA

WA

WI

WY

US

56

125

82

30

760

8

7

54

26

415

1,200

8

4

4

20

1,930

5

130

75

3

95

5

85

70

520

65

85

5,867

62

130

88

26

690

14

8

50

21

185

1,150

4

4

4

19

1,300

3

135

70

2

74

10

85

60

490

65

85

4,834

110.0

60.0

115.0

60.0

78.0

35.0

63.0

64.0

50.0

55.0

48.0

50.0

100.0

58.0

57.0

55.0

47.0

62.0

67.0

47.0

48.0

43.0

83.0

61.0

65.0

52.0

86.0

60.1

114.0

60.0

108.0

82.0

78.0

31.0

86.0

80.0

60.0

55.0

53.0

41.0

95.0

71.0

75.0

50.0

39.0

62.0

68.0

60.0

47.0

46.0

80.0

84.0

55.0

52.0

86.0

60.3

114.0

60.0

108.0

82.0

74.0

29.0

86.0

80.0

60.0

52.0

46.0

41.0

95.0

71.0

75.0

50.0

39.0

67.0

70.0

60.0

48.0

46.0

80.0

84.0

55.0

52.0

86.0

58.2

6,160

7,500

9,430

1,800

59,280

280

441

3,456

1,300

22,825

57,600

400

400

232

1,140

106,150

235

8,060

5,025

141

4,560

215

7,055

4,270

33,800

3,380

7,310

352,445

7,068

7,800

9,504

2,132

51,060

406

688

4,000

1,260

9,620

52,900

164

380

284

1,425

65,000

117

9,045

4,900

120

3,552

460

6,800

5,040

26,950

3,380

7,310

281,365 1 Estimates for current year carried forward from an earlier forecast.
Crop Production Agricultural Statistics Board

August 1999 12 NASS, USDA

All Wheat: Area Harvested, Yield, and Production by State

and United States, 1998 and Forecasted August 1, 1999

State

Area Harvested Yield Production

1998 1999 1998

1999

1998 1999

Jul 1 Aug 1

1,000 Acres 1,000 Acres Bushels Bushels Bushels 1,000 Bushels 1,000 Bushels

AL 1

AZ 1

AR 1

CA 1

CO

DE 1

FL 1

GA 1

ID

IL

IN

IA 1

KS

KY

LA 1

MD 1

MI

MN

MS 1

MO

MT

NE

NV 1

NJ 1

NM 1

NY 1

NC

ND

OH

OK

OR

PA 1

SC 1

SD

TN 1

TX

UT 1

VA 1

WA

WV 1

WI 1

WY 1

US

85

152

900

555

2,610

73

13

240

1,280

1,200

650

32

10,100

550

90

215

570

1,982

150

1,250

5,280

1,800

14

44

265

130

680

9,610

1,160

5,100

885

190

240

3,294

370

3,900

173

245

2,565

8

142

210

59,002

100

83

870

455

2,452

73

9

225

1,350

1,020

510

34

9,200

430

110

200

600

2,218

165

920

5,410

1,850

15

35

270

125

580

8,948

1,030

4,300

783

190

220

2,949

310

3,400

174

240

2,290

8

127

189

54,467

42.0

104.2

51.0

69.5

39.7

51.0

43.0

43.0

80.0

48.0

55.0

40.0

49.0

45.0

44.0

50.0

54.0

40.6

45.0

46.0

32.0

46.0

88.6

52.0

30.0

54.0

41.0

32.3

64.0

39.0

65.0

51.0

32.0

36.7

41.0

35.0

51.1

45.0

61.4

57.0

53.8

32.3

43.2

48.0

94.6

56.0

79.7

39.7

60.0

40.0

44.0

75.5

61.0

65.0

43.0

46.0

60.0

47.0

60.0

58.0

36.8

50.0

52.0

33.6

48.0

98.3

54.0

35.0

54.0

47.0

30.6

66.0

34.0

49.6

52.0

41.0

38.8

57.0

36.0

53.3

58.0

55.1

50.0

55.5

34.1

42.7

48.0

94.6

56.0

79.7

42.6

60.0

40.0

44.0

74.5

61.0

66.0

43.0

46.0

60.0

47.0

60.0

67.0

39.7

50.0

51.0

30.0

48.0

98.3

54.0

35.0

54.0

49.0

28.6

70.0

35.0

48.0

52.0

41.0

39.6

57.0

36.0

53.3

58.0

53.7

50.0

55.5

34.1

42.5

3,570

15,840

45,900

38,550

103,710

3,723

559

10,320

102,410

57,600

35,750

1,280

494,900

24,750

3,960

10,750

30,780

80,444

6,750

57,500

168,790

82,800

1,240

2,288

7,950

7,020

27,880

310,650

74,240

198,900

57,490

9,690

7,680

120,884

15,170

136,500

8,834

11,025

157,425

456

7,635

6,790

2,550,383

4,800

7,853

48,720

36,250

104,440

4,380

360

9,900

100,540

62,220

33,660

1,462

423,200

25,800

5,170

12,000

40,200

87,994

8,250

46,920

162,150

88,800

1,475

1,890

9,450

6,750

28,420

255,480

72,100

150,500

37,602

9,880

9,020

116,802

17,670

122,400

9,280

13,920

122,900

400

7,050

6,450

2,314,508 1 Estimates for current year carried forward from an earlier forecast.
Crop Production Agricultural Statistics Board

August 1999 13 NASS, USDA

Winter Wheat: Area Harvested, Yield, and Production by State

and United States, 1998 and Forecasted August 1, 1999

State

Area Harvested Yield Production

1998 1999 1998

1999

1998 1999

Jul 1 Aug 1

1,000 Acres 1,000 Acres Bushels Bushels Bushels 1,000 Bushels 1,000 Bushels

AL 1

AZ 1

AR 1

CA 1

CO

DE 1

FL 1

GA 1

ID

IL

IN

IA 1

KS

KY

LA 1

MD 1

MI

MN 1

MS 1

MO

MT

NE

NV 1

NJ 1

NM 1

NY 1

NC

ND 1

OH

OK

OR

PA 1

SC 1

SD

TN 1

TX

UT 1

VA 1

WA

WV 1

WI 1

WY 1

US

85

8

900

380

2,550

73

13

240

770

1,200

650

32

10,100

550

90

215

570

57

150

1,250

1,250

1,800

6

44

265

130

680

60

1,160

5,100

790

190

240

1,420

370

3,900

150

245

2,100

8

135

200

40,126

100

8

870

370

2,400

73

9

225

710

1,020

510

34

9,200

430

110

200

600

59

165

920

970

1,850

10

35

270

125

580

48

1,030

4,300

630

190

220

1,260

310

3,400

145

240

1,670

8

120

185

35,609

42.0

90.0

51.0

60.0

39.0

51.0

43.0

43.0

82.0

48.0

55.0

40.0

49.0

45.0

44.0

50.0

54.0

27.0

45.0

46.0

39.0

46.0

100.0

52.0

30.0

54.0

41.0

35.0

64.0

39.0

67.0

51.0

32.0

43.0

41.0

35.0

50.0

45.0

65.0

57.0

55.0

32.0

46.9

48.0

91.0

56.0

75.0

39.0

60.0

40.0

44.0

76.0

61.0

65.0

43.0

46.0

60.0

47.0

60.0

58.0

28.0

50.0

52.0

42.0

48.0

100.0

54.0

35.0

54.0

47.0

35.0

66.0

34.0

51.0

52.0

41.0

44.0

57.0

36.0

52.0

58.0

60.0

50.0

57.0

34.0

47.0

48.0

91.0

56.0

75.0

42.0

60.0

40.0

44.0

74.0

61.0

66.0

43.0

46.0

60.0

47.0

60.0

67.0

28.0

50.0

51.0

39.0

48.0

100.0

54.0

35.0

54.0

49.0

35.0

70.0

35.0

49.0

52.0

41.0

46.0

57.0

36.0

52.0

58.0

58.0

50.0

57.0

34.0

47.4

3,570

720

45,900

22,800

99,450

3,723

559

10,320

63,140

57,600

35,750

1,280

494,900

24,750

3,960

10,750

30,780

1,539

6,750

57,500

48,750

82,800

600

2,288

7,950

7,020

27,880

2,100

74,240

198,900

52,930

9,690

7,680

61,060

15,170

136,500

7,500

11,025

136,500

456

7,425

6,400

1,880,605

4,800

728

48,720

27,750

100,800

4,380

360

9,900

52,540

62,220

33,660

1,462

423,200

25,800

5,170

12,000

40,200

1,652

8,250

46,920

37,830

88,800

1,000

1,890

9,450

6,750

28,420

1,680

72,100

150,500

30,870

9,880

9,020

57,960

17,670

122,400

7,540

13,920

96,860

400

6,840

6,290

1,688,582 1 Estimates for current year carried forward from an earlier forecast.
Crop Production Agricultural Statistics Board

August 1999 14 NASS, USDA

Durum Wheat: Area Harvested, Yield, and Production by State

and United States, 1998 and Forecasted August 1, 1999

State

Area Harvested Yield Production

1998 1999 1998

1999

1998 1999

Jul 1 Aug 1

1,000 Acres 1,000 Acres Bushels Bushels Bushels 1,000 Bushels 1,000 Bushels

AZ 1

CA 1

MN

MT

ND

SD

US

144

175

5

430

2,950

24

3,728

75

85

9

390

3,300

39

3,898

105.0

90.0

37.0

28.0

33.0

26.0

37.8

95.0

100.0

38.0

30.0

30.0

28.0

32.7

95.0

100.0

38.0

28.0

26.0

28.0

29.2

15,120

15,750

185

12,040

97,350

624

141,069

7,125

8,500

342

10,920

85,800

1,092

113,779 1 Estimates for current year carried forward from an earlier forecast.

Other Spring Wheat: Area Harvested, Yield, and Production by State

and United States, 1998 and Forecasted August 1, 1999

State

Area Harvested Yield Production

1998 1999 1998

1999

1998 1999

Jul 1 Aug 1

1,000 Acres 1,000 Acres Bushels Bushels Bushels 1,000 Bushels 1,000 Bushels

CO 1

ID

MN

MT

NV 1

ND

OR 1

SD

UT 1

WA

WI 1

WY 1

US

60

510

1,920

3,600

8

6,600

95

1,850

23

465

7

10

15,148

52

640

2,150

4,050

5

5,600

153

1,650

29

620

7

4

14,960

71.0

77.0

41.0

30.0

80.0

32.0

48.0

32.0

58.0

45.0

30.0

39.0

34.9

70.0

75.0

37.0

32.0

95.0

31.0

44.0

35.0

60.0

42.0

30.0

40.0

35.3

70.0

75.0

40.0

28.0

95.0

30.0

44.0

35.0

60.0

42.0

30.0

40.0

34.2

4,260

39,270

78,720

108,000

640

211,200

4,560

59,200

1,334

20,925

210

390

528,709

3,640

48,000

86,000

113,400

475

168,000

6,732

57,750

1,740

26,040

210

160

512,147 1 Estimates for current year carried forward from an earlier forecast.
Crop Production Agricultural Statistics Board

August 1999 15 NASS, USDA

Wheat: Production by Class, United States, 1997-98

and Forecast August 1, 1999 1

Year

Winter Spring

Hard Total

Red

Soft

Red White Hard

Red White Durum

1,000 Bushels 1,000 Bushels 1,000 Bushels 1,000 Bushels 1,000 Bushels 1,000 Bushels 1,000 Bushels

1997

1998

1999

1,098,303

1,182,092

1,042,322

471,987

442,639

450,602

275,238

255,874

195,658

491,324

486,781

460,251

56,831

41,928

51,896

87,783

141,069

113,779

2,481,466

2,550,383

2,314,508 1 Wheat class estimates are based on varietal acreage survey data available for all wheat producing States. Unless unusual

situations dictate, the previous end-of-season class percentages are used throughout the forecast season. Washington Wheat

Variety Survey indicates winter wheat is 93 percent White.

Peanuts: Area Harvested, Yield, and Production by State

and United States, 1997-98 and Forecasted August 1, 1999 1

State

Area Harvested Yield Production

1998 1999 1998 1999 1997 1998 1999

1,000 Acres 1,000 Acres Pounds Pounds 1,000 Pounds 1,000 Pounds 1,000 Pounds

AL

FL

GA

NM

NC

OK

SC

TX

VA

US

197.0

90.0

537.0

22.0

124.5

75.0

11.5

335.0

75.0

1,467.0

198.0

88.0

538.0

19.0

126.0

78.0

11.5

315.0

75.0

1,448.5

2,195

2,590

2,815

2,820

3,190

2,130

2,450

2,740

2,950

2,702

2,200

2,700

2,600

2,600

2,800

2,600

2,900

2,900

3,000

2,657

372,490

228,060

1,333,830

46,710

329,640

184,800

30,450

822,150

191,250

3,539,380

432,415

233,100

1,511,655

62,040

397,155

159,750

28,175

917,900

221,250

3,963,440

435,600

237,600

1,398,800

49,400

352,800

202,800

33,350

913,500

225,000

3,848,850 1 Estimates comprised of quota and non-quota peanuts.
Crop Production Agricultural Statistics Board

August 1999 16 NASS, USDA

Rice: Area Harvested, Yield, and Production by State

and United States, 1997-98 and Forecasted August 1, 1999

State

Area Harvested Yield Production

1998 1999 1998 1999 1997 1998 1999

1,000 Acres 1,000 Acres Pounds Pounds 1,000 Cwt 1,000 Cwt 1,000 Cwt

AR

CA

LA

MS

MO

TX

US

1,525

478

620

268

143

283

3,317

1,640

568

645

298

155

269

3,575

5,800

6,840

4,530

5,800

5,200

5,600

5,669

5,900

7,700

4,900

5,800

5,100

6,300

5,993

79,220

42,546

26,981

13,804

6,201

14,240

182,992

88,420

32,698

28,107

15,544

7,436

15,846

188,051

96,760

43,736

31,605

17,284

7,905

16,947

214,237

Rice: Production by Class, United States,

1997-98 and Forecasted August 1, 1999

Year Long Grain Medium Grain Short Grain All

1,000 Cwt 1,000 Cwt 1,000 Cwt 1,000 Cwt

1997

1998

1999 1

124,485

141,624

152,545

57,091

44,453

57,894

1,416

1,974

3,798

182,992

188,051

214,237 1 Indicated August 1, 1999, rice class estimates are based on a 5-year average of class percentages. The class percentages are

adjusted as data become available through the growing season.

Cottonseed: Production, United States,

1997-98 and Forecasted August 1, 1999

State

Production

1997 1998 1 1999 2

1,000 Tons 1,000 Tons 1,000 Tons

US 6,934.6 5,365.4 6,907.0

1 Cottonseed production revised from May 12,1999 Crop Production. Georgia revised production to 526,000 tons with 229,000

tons sold to oil mills and 297,000 tons for other users. 2 Based on a 3-year average lint-seed ratio.
Crop Production Agricultural Statistics Board

August 1999 17 NASS, USDA

Soybeans for Beans: Area Harvested, Yield, and Production by State

and United States, 1997-98 and Forecasted August 1, 1999

State

Area Harvested Yield Production

1998 1999 1998 1999 1997 1998 1999

1,000 Acres 1,000 Acres Bushels Bushels 1,000 Bushels 1,000 Bushels 1,000 Bushels

AL

AR

DE

FL

GA

IL

IN

IA

KS

KY

LA

MD

MI

MN

MS

MO

NE

NJ

NY 1

NC

ND

OH

OK

PA

SC

SD

TN

TX

VA

WI

US

320

3,400

216

30

220

10,650

5,600

10,450

2,500

1,200

1,070

460

1,890

6,800

2,000

5,000

3,750

113

97

1,415

1,525

4,390

340

395

500

3,420

1,210

270

480

1,100

70,811

230

3,450

201

19

215

10,750

5,680

10,850

2,650

1,180

1,010

450

1,990

6,900

1,950

5,350

4,300

108

108

1,390

1,480

4,680

480

360

490

3,860

1,100

320

460

1,250

73,261

22.0

25.0

33.0

23.0

21.0

44.0

42.0

48.0

30.0

30.0

21.0

31.0

39.0

42.0

24.0

34.0

44.0

28.0

41.0

27.0

32.0

44.0

18.0

40.0

21.0

39.0

29.0

22.0

23.0

47.0

38.9

29.0

29.0

28.0

30.0

23.0

43.0

41.0

48.0

32.0

27.0

30.0

26.0

40.0

42.0

27.0

34.0

44.0

22.0

40.0

27.0

31.0

42.0

26.0

28.0

24.0

39.0

30.0

30.0

24.0

47.0

39.2

8,500

109,800

6,525

1,125

7,980

427,850

230,550

478,400

86,950

42,090

39,150

15,600

71,610

255,450

64,170

174,600

143,775

4,030

38,570

33,630

190,960

9,900

13,690

12,825

113,750

40,800

11,200

11,270

44,000

2,688,750

7,040

85,000

7,128

690

4,620

468,600

235,200

501,600

75,000

36,000

22,470

14,260

73,710

285,600

48,000

170,000

165,000

3,164

3,977

38,205

48,800

193,160

6,120

15,800

10,500

133,380

35,090

5,940

11,040

51,700

2,756,794

6,670

100,050

5,628

570

4,945

462,250

232,880

520,800

84,800

31,860

30,300

11,700

79,600

289,800

52,650

181,900

189,200

2,376

4,320

37,530

45,880

196,560

12,480

10,080

11,760

150,540

33,000

9,600

11,040

58,750

2,869,519 1 NY estimates began with 1998 Crop Year.
Crop Production Agricultural Statistics Board

August 1999 18 NASS, USDA

Cotton: Area Harvested, Yield, and Production by Type, State,

and United States, 1997-98 and Forecasted August 1, 1999

Type

and

State

Area Harvested Yield Production 1

1998 1999 1998 1999 1997 1998 1999

1,000 Acres 1,000 Acres Pounds Pounds 1,000 Bales 2 1,000 Bales 2 1,000 Bales 2

Upland

 AL

 AZ

 AR

 CA

 FL

 GA

 KS

 LA

 MS

 MO

 NM

 NC

 OK

 SC

 TN

 TX

 VA

 US

Amer-Pima

 AZ

 CA

 NM

 TX

 US

All

 AL

 AZ

 AR

 CA

 FL

 GA

 KS

 LA

 MS

 MO

 NM

 NC

 OK

 SC

 TN

 TX

 VA

 US

475.0

248.0

900.0

620.0

80.0

1,280.0

16.5

525.0

940.0

357.0

60.3

705.0

120.0

286.0

445.0

3,300.0

91.0

10,448.8

15.5

180.0

7.3

32.0

234.8

475.0

263.5

900.0

800.0

80.0

1,280.0

16.5

525.0

940.0

357.0

67.6

705.0

120.0

286.0

445.0

3,332.0

91.0

10,683.6

560.0

239.0

930.0

585.0

88.0

1,450.0

28.0

565.0

1,180.0

445.0

67.0

870.0

190.0

315.0

595.0

5,000.0

109.0

13,216.0

11.2

259.0

7.0

39.0

316.2

560.0

250.2

930.0

844.0

88.0

1,450.0

28.0

565.0

1,180.0

445.0

74.0

870.0

190.0

315.0

595.0

5,039.0

109.0

13,532.2

559

1,177

645

887

489

578

404

586

737

471

640

699

560

587

589

524

765

619

830

941

658

791

904

559

1,156

645

899

489

578

404

586

737

471

642

699

560

587

589

526

765

625

711

1,115

743

1,067

524

629

411

697

773

593

716

687

531

686

589

509

819

641

776

1,075

651

738

1,013

711

1,099

743

1,069

524

629

411

697

773

593

710

687

531

686

589

511

819

649

550.0

847.0

1,683.0

2,191.0

119.1

1,919.0

8.7

986.0

1,821.0

565.0

93.0

930.0

183.0

410.0

662.0

5,140.0

137.2

18,245.0

41.8

437.2

14.7

54.3

548.0

550.0

888.8

1,683.0

2,628.2

119.1

1,919.0

8.7

986.0

1,821.0

565.0

107.7

930.0

183.0

410.0

662.0

5,194.3

137.2

18,793.0

553.0

608.0

1,209.0

1,146.0

81.5

1,542.0

13.9

641.0

1,444.0

350.0

80.4

1,026.0

140.0

350.0

546.0

3,600.0

145.1

13,475.9

26.8

352.8

10.0

52.7

442.3

553.0

634.8

1,209.0

1,498.8

81.5

1,542.0

13.9

641.0

1,444.0

350.0

90.4

1,026.0

140.0

350.0

546.0

3,652.7

145.1

13,918.2

830.0

555.0

1,440.0

1,300.0

96.0

1,900.0

24.0

820.0

1,900.0

550.0

100.0

1,245.0

210.0

450.0

730.0

5,300.0

186.0

17,636.0

18.1

580.0

9.5

60.0

667.6

830.0

573.1

1,440.0

1,880.0

96.0

1,900.0

24.0

820.0

1,900.0

550.0

109.5

1,245.0

210.0

450.0

730.0

5,360.0

186.0

18,303.6 1 Production ginned and to be ginned. 2 480-lb net weight bales.
Crop Production Agricultural Statistics Board

August 1999 19 NASS, USDA

Dry Edible Beans: Area Planted by Commercial Class, State, and

United States, 1998 and Forecasted August 1, 1999

Class and State 1998 1999 Class and State 1998 1999

1,000 Acres 1,000 Acres 1,000 Acres 1,000 Acres

Large Lima - CA

Baby Lima - CA

Navy

 CO

 ID

 MI

 MN

 NE

 NM

 ND

 OR

 Total

Great Northern

 CO

 ID

 MN

 NE

 WA

 WY

 Total

Small White

 ID

 OR

 WA

 Total

Pinto

 CO

 ID

 KS

 MI

 MN

 MT

 NE

 NM

 ND

 OR

 TX

 UT

 WA

 WY

 Total

26.0

13.0

0.6

1.5

75.0

52.0

5.0

2.0

120.0

0.4

256.5

0.2

7.5

3.5

97.0

6.0

114.2

1.5

0.3

1.0

2.8

152.0

44.2

18.5

21.0

55.0

12.2

76.0

5.5

540.0

2.2

0.5

6.0

16.0

28.0

977.1

25.0

27.0

5.6

155.0

70.0

9.0

170.0

1.0

410.6

6.6

5.0

116.0

1.1

5.0

133.7

2.2

0.6

1.8

4.6

135.0

31.3

16.5

11.0

40.0

16.0

65.0

1.0

390.0

2.4

0.6

6.7

9.5

24.0

749.0

Light Red

 Kidney

 CA

 CO

 ID

 MI

 MN

 NE

 NY

 WA

 Total

Dark Red

 Kidney

 CA

 ID

 MI

 MN

 NY

 ND

 WI

 Total

Pink

 CA

 ID

 MN

 ND

 WA

 Total

Small Red

 ID

 MI

 WA

 Total

Cranberry

 CA

 ID

 MI

 MN

 Total

9.5

10.0

1.6

14.0

11.0

13.0

16.0

0.9

76.0

5.5

0.9

9.0

34.0

2.0

5.5

7.3

64.2

5.5

17.6

11.0

13.0

6.0

53.1

13.1

11.0

8.0

32.1

2.5

0.9

27.0

3.0

33.4

8.0

15.0

0.8

18.0

15.0

22.0

16.0

2.0

96.8

3.5

1.0

10.0

40.0

1.0

4.0

8.2

67.7

2.0

19.8

9.0

11.0

4.5

46.3

19.6

12.0

8.5

40.1

2.5

1.3

34.0

4.0

41.8

--continued
Crop Production Agricultural Statistics Board

August 1999 20 NASS, USDA

Dry Edible Beans: Area Planted by Commercial Class, State, and

United States, 1998 and Forecasted August 1, 1999 (continued)

Class and State 1998 1999 Class and State 1998 1999

1,000 Acres 1,000 Acres 1,000 Acres 1,000 Acres

Black

 CA

 CO

 ID

 MI

 MN

 NE

 NY

 ND

 WA

 WY

 Total

Blackeye

 CA

 TX

 Total

Garbanzo

 CA

 ID

 OR

 WA

 Total

2.5

0.7

5.0

135.0

15.0

3.0

10.5

63.0

2.2

3.0

239.9

33.0

5.5

38.5

5.0

10.6

3.9

5.0

24.5

1.0

0.8

4.8

100.0

11.0

6.0

10.0

44.0

3.2

180.8

39.5

13.2

52.7

16.5

11.7

2.7

5.4

36.3

Other

 CA

 CO

 ID

 KS

 MI

 MN

 MT

 NE

 NM

 NY

 ND

 OR

 TX

 WA

 WY

 Total

US

7.5

6.5

0.6

1.5

8.0

5.5

0.4

1.0

3.0

2.5

8.5

1.9

9.0

0.9

2.0

58.8

2,010.1

10.0

14.2

0.3

7.5

10.0

6.0

2.0

4.0

11.0

5.0

6.2

1.0

3.0

80.2

1,992.6
Crop Production Agricultural Statistics Board

August 1999 21 NASS, USDA

Dry Edible Beans: Area Harvested, Yield, and Production by State and

United States, 1997-98 and Forecasted August 1, 1999 1

State

Area Harvested Yield Production

1998 1999 1998 1999 1997 1998 1999

1,000 Acres 1,000 Acres Pounds Pounds 1,000 Cwt 1,000 Cwt 1,000 Cwt

CA

CO

ID

KS

MI

MN

MT

NE

NM

NY

ND

OR

TX

UT

WA

WI

WY

US

105.0

155.0

103.0

19.0

295.0

175.0

12.2

188.0

9.5

30.0

710.0

8.6

13.5

5.9

40.0

7.2

37.0

1,913.9

132.0

155.0

103.0

23.0

340.0

185.0

15.5

205.0

1.0

30.5

600.0

11.4

19.0

6.6

37.0

8.0

31.0

1,903.0

1,950

1,850

2,050

2,000

1,500

1,450

2,180

1,950

1,800

1,420

1,380

1,770

1,000

510

2,230

1,600

2,180

1,611

2,200

1,700

2,100

1,850

1,700

1,500

2,180

2,000

1,800

1,300

1,300

1,900

1,500

650

2,200

1,850

2,150

1,656

3,000

2,280

2,156

380

4,941

2,558

257

3,708

204

679

7,119

182

143

42

850

171

700

29,370

2,048

2,868

2,112

380

4,425

2,538

266

3,666

171

426

9,798

152

135

30

890

115

808

30,828

2,900

2,635

2,163

426

5,780

2,775

338

4,100

18

397

7,800

217

285

43

814

148

667

31,506 1 Excludes beans grown for garden seed.
Crop Production Agricultural Statistics Board

August 1999 22 NASS, USDA

All Hay: Area Harvested, Yield, and Production by State and

United States, 1997-98 and Forecasted August 1, 1999

State

Area Harvested Yield Production

1998 1999 1998 1999 1997 1998 1999

1,000 Acres 1,000 Acres Tons Tons 1,000 Tons 1,000 Tons 1,000 Tons

AL

AZ

AR

CA

CO

CT

DE

FL

GA

ID

IL

IN

IA

KS

KY

LA

ME

MD

MA

MI

MN

MS

MO

MT

NE

NV

NH

NJ

NM

NY

NC

ND

OH

OK

OR

PA

RI

SC

SD

TN

TX

UT

VT

VA

WA

WV

WI

WY

US

750

240

1,175

1,570

1,410

63

16

230

650

1,430

950

750

1,570

2,900

2,350

330

158

200

103

1,250

2,400

790

3,650

2,500

3,200

485

56

120

360

1,400

670

2,600

1,330

2,250

970

1,850

10

320

4,000

1,785

4,040

710

245

1,260

750

580

2,400

1,190

60,016

780

250

1,225

1,570

1,550

58

15

260

650

1,430

850

750

1,640

2,900

2,400

360

150

210

95

1,250

2,400

710

3,650

2,650

3,200

480

51

120

385

1,300

710

2,800

1,300

2,600

1,100

1,880

7

310

4,200

1,830

4,810

700

235

1,260

720

580

2,400

1,270

62,051

2.10

7.25

1.91

5.17

3.26

2.03

3.44

2.50

2.30

3.88

3.57

3.59

3.40

2.77

2.43

2.20

1.77

3.16

1.96

2.85

2.96

2.20

2.11

2.01

2.40

3.21

1.96

1.98

4.30

2.22

2.22

1.61

2.91

1.50

3.48

2.12

2.20

2.00

2.04

2.22

1.70

3.91

2.06

2.07

4.21

1.99

2.65

2.05

2.52

2.50

6.96

2.11

5.32

3.42

2.00

3.00

2.40

3.00

3.83

3.19

3.19

3.53

2.73

1.99

2.40

1.53

2.34

1.71

3.44

2.81

2.50

2.07

1.96

2.33

3.19

1.75

1.70

4.46

1.77

2.12

1.94

2.35

2.36

3.12

1.81

1.86

2.50

2.30

2.32

2.55

3.92

1.76

1.64

4.05

1.09

2.85

2.26

2.59

1,733

1,706

2,470

8,408

4,739

137

48

650

1,560

4,730

3,159

2,333

5,190

6,840

4,635

1,027

253

501

167

3,760

6,398

1,800

7,340

5,480

6,790

1,506

105

282

1,497

3,444

1,383

4,375

3,850

5,108

3,266

4,106

16

630

7,810

3,702

10,955

2,718

522

2,273

3,084

1,101

6,353

2,596

152,536

1,575

1,740

2,250

8,115

4,602

128

55

575

1,495

5,549

3,395

2,690

5,332

8,020

5,705

726

280

632

202

3,565

7,110

1,738

7,703

5,020

7,680

1,556

110

237

1,548

3,110

1,486

4,190

3,875

3,380

3,374

3,915

22

640

8,160

3,969

6,870

2,778

504

2,604

3,156

1,157

6,370

2,445

151,338

1,950

1,740

2,590

8,359

5,300

116

45

624

1,950

5,477

2,710

2,390

5,796

7,925

4,785

864

230

492

162

4,295

6,745

1,775

7,545

5,200

7,470

1,533

89

204

1,717

2,300

1,507

5,420

3,060

6,140

3,430

3,396

13

775

9,640

4,251

12,278

2,744

413

2,064

2,916

630

6,850

2,864

160,769
Crop Production Agricultural Statistics Board

August 1999 23 NASS, USDA

Alfalfa and Alfalfa Mixtures: Area Harvested, Yield, and Production

by State and United States, 1997-98 and Forecasted August 1, 1999

State

Area Harvested Yield Production

1998 1999 1998 1999 1997 1998 1999

1,000 Acres 1,000 Acres Tons Tons 1,000 Tons 1,000 Tons 1,000 Tons

AZ

AR

CA

CO

CT

DE

ID

IL

IN

IA

KS

KY

ME

MD

MA

MI

MN

MO

MT

NE

NV

NH

NJ

NM

NY

NC

ND

OH

OK

OR

PA

RI

SD

TN

TX

UT

VT

VA

WA

WV

WI

WY

US

200

25

1,020

810

8

8

1,130

600

400

1,250

1,000

250

13

55

18

850

1,550

450

1,700

1,400

260

8

30

270

600

20

1,400

550

350

400

700

2

2,400

35

140

545

45

120

480

50

1,900

600

23,642

200

25

1,030

900

8

7

1,150

500

400

1,300

850

250

10

60

20

900

1,550

450

1,750

1,400

255

6

30

290

550

20

1,500

600

400

450

720

2

2,500

30

110

540

45

120

450

50

1,900

640

23,968

8.00

2.60

6.50

4.20

2.20

3.60

4.30

4.20

4.10

3.60

4.60

3.50

2.50

4.10

1.80

3.30

3.60

3.25

2.20

3.75

4.60

3.00

2.80

5.10

2.45

2.80

1.75

3.50

2.60

4.80

2.80

3.00

2.40

3.40

4.50

4.40

2.30

2.70

5.00

3.00

2.80

2.60

3.47

7.80

2.80

6.70

4.30

2.00

3.60

4.30

3.60

3.70

3.70

4.50

2.80

2.00

3.20

1.70

3.80

3.20

2.90

2.20

3.60

4.60

2.00

2.00

5.20

2.00

2.90

2.40

3.00

3.80

4.30

2.30

2.00

2.70

3.70

4.80

4.40

2.00

2.00

4.80

2.00

3.00

2.90

3.47

1,558

70

6,840

3,276

29

24

4,100

2,262

1,520

4,200

3,600

750

20

182

39

3,060

4,868

1,260

3,960

4,225

1,092

16

73

1,326

1,664

60

2,625

2,160

1,368

1,974

2,072

5

5,290

132

635

2,344

104

330

2,304

165

5,225

1,728

78,535

1,600

65

6,630

3,402

18

29

4,859

2,520

1,640

4,500

4,600

875

33

226

32

2,805

5,580

1,463

3,740

5,250

1,196

24

84

1,377

1,470

56

2,450

1,925

910

1,920

1,960

6

5,760

119

630

2,398

104

324

2,400

150

5,320

1,560

82,010

1,560

70

6,901

3,870

16

25

4,945

1,800

1,480

4,810

3,825

700

20

192

34

3,420

4,960

1,305

3,850

5,040

1,173

12

60

1,508

1,100

58

3,600

1,800

1,520

1,935

1,656

4

6,750

111

528

2,376

90

240

2,160

100

5,700

1,856

83,160
Crop Production Agricultural Statistics Board

August 1999 24 NASS, USDA

All Other Hay: Area Harvested, Yield, and Production by State

and United States, 1997-98 and Forecasted August 1, 1999

State

Area Harvested Yield Production

1998 1999 1998 1999 1997 1998 1999

1,000 Acres 1,000 Acres Tons Tons 1,000 Tons 1,000 Tons 1,000 Tons

AL

AZ

AR

CA

CO

CT

DE

FL

GA

ID

IL

IN

IA

KS

KY

LA

ME

MD

MA

MI

MN

MS

MO

MT

NE

NV

NH

NJ

NM

NY

NC

ND

OH

OK

OR

PA

RI

SC

SD

TN

TX

UT

VT

VA

WA

WV

WI

WY

US

750

40

1,150

550

600

55

8

230

650

300

350

350

320

1,900

2,100

330

145

145

85

400

850

790

3,200

800

1,800

225

48

90

90

800

650

1,200

780

1,900

570

1,150

8

320

1,600

1,750

3,900

165

200

1,140

270

530

500

590

36,374

780

50

1,200

540

650

50

8

260

650

280

350

350

340

2,050

2,150

360

140

150

75

350

850

710

3,200

900

1,800

225

45

90

95

750

690

1,300

700

2,200

650

1,160

5

310

1,700

1,800

4,700

160

190

1,140

270

530

500

630

38,083

2.10

3.50

1.90

2.70

2.00

2.00

3.30

2.50

2.30

2.30

2.50

3.00

2.60

1.80

2.30

2.20

1.70

2.80

2.00

1.90

1.80

2.20

1.95

1.60

1.35

1.60

1.80

1.70

1.90

2.05

2.20

1.45

2.50

1.30

2.55

1.70

2.00

2.00

1.50

2.20

1.60

2.30

2.00

2.00

2.80

1.90

2.10

1.50

1.91

2.50

3.60

2.10

2.70

2.20

2.00

2.50

2.40

3.00

1.90

2.60

2.60

2.90

2.00

1.90

2.40

1.50

2.00

1.70

2.50

2.10

2.50

1.95

1.50

1.35

1.60

1.70

1.60

2.20

1.60

2.10

1.40

1.80

2.10

2.30

1.50

1.80

2.50

1.70

2.30

2.50

2.30

1.70

1.60

2.80

1.00

2.30

1.60

2.04

1,733

148

2,400

1,568

1,463

108

24

650

1,560

630

897

813

990

3,240

3,885

1,027

233

319

128

700

1,530

1,800

6,080

1,520

2,565

414

89

209

171

1,780

1,323

1,750

1,690

3,740

1,292

2,034

11

630

2,520

3,570

10,320

374

418

1,943

780

936

1,128

868

74,001

1,575

140

2,185

1,485

1,200

110

26

575

1,495

690

875

1,050

832

3,420

4,830

726

247

406

170

760

1,530

1,738

6,240

1,280

2,430

360

86

153

171

1,640

1,430

1,740

1,950

2,470

1,454

1,955

16

640

2,400

3,850

6,240

380

400

2,280

756

1,007

1,050

885

69,328

1,950

180

2,520

1,458

1,430

100

20

624

1,950

532

910

910

986

4,100

4,085

864

210

300

128

875

1,785

1,775

6,240

1,350

2,430

360

77

144

209

1,200

1,449

1,820

1,260

4,620

1,495

1,740

9

775

2,890

4,140

11,750

368

323

1,824

756

530

1,150

1,008

77,609
Crop Production Agricultural Statistics Board

August 1999 25 NASS, USDA

Tobacco: Area Harvested, Yield, and Production by Class, Type,

State, and United States, 1998 and Forecasted August 1, 1999

Class and Type

Area Harvested Yield Production

1998 1999 1998 1999 1998 1999

Acres Acres Pounds Pounds 1,000 Pounds 1,000 Pounds

Class 1, Flue-cured

 Type 11, Old Belts

 NC

 VA

 US

 Type 12, Eastern NC

 Belt

 NC

 Type 13, NC Border &

 SC Belt

 NC

 SC

 US

 Type 14, GA-FL Belt

 FL

 GA

 US

 Total 11-14

Class 2, Fire-cured

 Type 21, VA Belt

 VA

 Type 22, Eastern

 District

 KY

 TN

 US

 Type 23, Western

 District

 KY

 TN

 US

 Total 21-23

Class 3, Air-cured

 Class 3A, Light

 Air-cured

 Type 31, Burley

 IN

 KY

 MO

 NC

 OH

 TN

 VA

 WV

 US

 Type 32, Southern MD

 Belt

 MD

 PA

 US

 Total 31-32

69,000

33,000

102,000

143,000

31,000

45,000

76,000

6,800

41,000

47,800

368,800

1,500

3,850

7,300

11,150

3,600

590

4,190

16,840

8,500

215,000

2,700

8,100

9,800

51,000

10,400

1,600

307,100

6,500

3,300

9,800

316,900

60,000

26,000

86,000

123,000

27,000

39,000

66,000

6,000

35,000

41,000

316,000

1,500

3,650

7,000

10,650

3,450

560

4,010

16,160

6,500

215,000

2,300

8,400

9,800

51,000

11,000

1,700

305,700

6,500

3,000

9,500

315,200

2,285

2,220

2,264

2,240

2,000

2,050

2,030

2,515

2,200

2,245

2,204

1,560

2,315

2,330

2,325

2,805

2,500

2,762

2,365

2,000

1,935

2,130

1,450

1,830

1,795

1,940

1,350

1,896

1,400

1,900

1,568

1,886

2,320

2,200

2,284

2,300

2,250

2,250

2,250

2,600

2,000

2,088

2,258

1,750

2,100

2,300

2,231

2,400

2,500

2,414

2,232

2,000

1,900

1,950

1,600

1,700

1,900

2,000

1,300

1,888

1,350

1,820

1,498

1,876

157,665

73,260

230,925

320,320

62,000

92,250

154,250

17,102

90,200

107,302

812,797

2,340

8,913

17,009

25,922

10,098

1,475

11,573

39,835

17,000

416,025

5,751

11,745

17,934

91,545

20,176

2,160

582,336

9,100

6,270

15,370

597,706

139,200

57,200

196,400

282,900

60,750

87,750

148,500

15,600

70,000

85,600

713,400

2,625

7,665

16,100

23,765

8,280

1,400

9,680

36,070

13,000

408,500

4,485

13,440

16,660

96,900

22,000

2,210

577,195

8,775

5,460

14,235

591,430

--continued
Crop Production Agricultural Statistics Board

August 1999 26 NASS, USDA

Tobacco: Area Harvested, Yield, and Production by Class, Type, State,

and United States, 1998 and Forecasted August 1, 1999 (continued)

Class and Type

Area Harvested Yield Production

1998 1999 1998 1999 1998 1999

Acres Acres Pounds Pounds 1,000 Pounds 1,000 Pounds

Class 3, Air-cured

Class 3B, Dark

 Air-cured

 Type 35, One Sucker

 Belt

 KY

 TN

 US

 Type 36, Green River

 Belt

 KY

 Type 37, VA Sun-cured

 Belt

 VA

 Total 35-37

Class 4, Cigar Filler

 Type 41, PA Seedleaf

 PA

Class 5, Cigar Binder

 Class 5A, CT Valley

 Binder

 Type 51, CT Valley

 Broadleaf

 CT

 MA

 US

 Class 5B, WI Binder

 Type 54, Southern WI

 WI

 Type 55, Northern WI

 WI

 Total 54-55

 Total 51-55

Class 6, Cigar Wrapper

 Type 61, CT Valley

 Shade-grown

 CT

 MA

 US

All Cigar Types

 Total 41-61

All Tobacco

2,450

525

2,975

1,360

100

4,435

4,500

1,435

925

2,360

1,500

600

2,100

4,460

1,380

340

1,720

10,680

717,655

2,750

600

3,350

1,500

100

4,950

3,200

1,480

870

2,350

940

380

1,320

3,670

1,550

380

1,930

8,800

661,110

2,280

2,040

2,238

2,210

1,220

2,206

2,100

1,600

1,445

1,539

1,735

1,565

1,687

1,609

1,435

1,325

1,413

1,784

2,061

2,300

2,000

2,246

2,200

1,700

2,221

1,860

1,740

1,815

1,768

2,300

1,900

2,185

1,918

1,525

1,600

1,540

1,814

2,069

5,586

1,071

6,657

3,006

122

9,785

9,450

2,296

1,337

3,633

2,603

939

3,542

7,175

1,980

451

2,431

19,056

1,479,179

6,325

1,200

7,525

3,300

170

10,995

5,952

2,575

1,579

4,154

2,162

722

2,884

7,038

2,364

608

2,972

15,962

1,367,857
Crop Production Agricultural Statistics Board

August 1999 27 NASS, USDA

Tobacco: Area Harvested, Yield, and Production by State and

United States, 1997-98 and Forecasted August 1, 1999

State

Area Harvested Yield Production

1998 1999 1998 1999 1997 1998 1999

Acres Acres Pounds Pounds 1,000 Pounds 1,000 Pounds 1,000 Pounds

CT

FL

GA

IN

KY

MD

MA

MO

NC

OH

PA

SC

TN

VA

WV

WI

US

2,815

6,800

41,000

8,500

226,260

6,500

1,265

2,700

251,100

9,800

7,800

45,000

59,415

45,000

1,600

2,100

717,655

3,030

6,000

35,000

6,500

226,350

6,500

1,250

2,300

218,400

9,800

6,200

39,000

59,160

38,600

1,700

1,320

661,110

1,519

2,515

2,200

2,000

1,961

1,400

1,413

2,130

2,197

1,830

2,015

2,050

1,870

2,131

1,350

1,687

2,061

1,630

2,600

2,000

2,000

1,918

1,350

1,750

1,950

2,272

1,700

1,841

2,250

1,954

2,124

1,300

2,185

2,069

4,128

19,053

89,225

18,690

497,928

12,000

1,913

7,035

731,199

22,230

17,020

126,360

114,292

117,576

3,060

5,690

1,787,399

4,276

17,102

90,200

17,000

443,628

9,100

1,788

5,751

551,730

17,934

15,720

92,250

111,100

95,898

2,160

3,542

1,479,179

4,939

15,600

70,000

13,000

434,070

8,775

2,187

4,485

496,290

16,660

11,412

87,750

115,600

81,995

2,210

2,884

1,367,857
Crop Production Agricultural Statistics Board

August 1999 28 NASS, USDA

Sugarbeets: Area Harvested, Yield, and Production by State and

United States, 1997-98 and Forecasted August 1, 1999 1

State

Area Harvested Yield Production

1998 1999 1998 1999 1997 1998 1999

1,000 Acres 1,000 Acres Tons Tons 1,000 Tons 1,000 Tons 1,000 Tons

CA

CO

ID

MI

MN

MT

NE

NM 2

ND

OH

OR

TX 2

WA

WY

Oth Sts

US

100.0

57.3

203.0

173.0

458.0

62.4

47.4

242.6

1.1

17.7

35.8

53.4

1,451.7

105.0

67.7

210.0

187.0

469.0

61.8

67.6

253.0

1.1

19.7

27.0

57.0

1,525.9

28.3

22.7

27.1

16.0

21.2

22.6

19.7

22.2

17.3

26.6

33.3

20.3

22.5

30.2

21.6

24.6

19.0

19.3

24.0

19.5

19.5

20.0

25.2

31.6

20.5

21.4

2,970

1,308

5,210

3,040

8,251

1,224

1,013

49

4,205

17

494

270

595

1,240

29,886

2,830

1,301

5,501

2,768

9,710

1,410

934

5,386

19

471

1,192

1,084

32,606

3,171

1,462

5,166

3,553

9,052

1,483

1,318

4,934

22

496

853

1,169

32,679 1 Relates to year of intended harvest except for overwintered spring planted beets in CA. 2 No acres planted in 1998 or 1999.

Sugarcane for Sugar and Seed: Area Harvested, Yield, and Production

by State and United States, 1997-98 and Forecasted August 1, 1999

State

Area Harvested Yield 1 Production 1

1998 1999 1998 1999 1997 1998 1999

1,000 Acres 1,000 Acres Tons Tons 1,000 Tons 1,000 Tons 1,000 Tons

FL

HI

LA

TX

US

447.0

32.5

435.0

32.6

947.1

456.0

35.0

450.0

31.5

972.5

40.1

86.1

29.7

32.6

36.6

39.0

84.0

33.0

33.3

37.7

16,236

3,009

11,562

902

31,709

17,925

2,798

12,920

1,064

34,707

17,784

2,940

14,850

1,049

36,623 1 Net tons.
Crop Production Agricultural Statistics Board

August 1999 29 NASS, USDA

Prunes and Plums: Total Production by State and United States,

1997-98 and Forecasted August 1, 1999

State

Total Production

1997 1998 1999

Tons Tons Tons

ID

MI

OR

WA

Total

3,000

4,000

12,000

6,500

25,500

4,500

3,600

10,500

7,000

25,600

3,000

3,600

13,000

5,500

25,100

Papayas: Area and Fresh Production, by Month, Hawaii, 1998-99

Month

Area Fresh Production

Total in Crop Harvested 1998 1999

1998 1999 1998 1999

Acres Acres Acres Acres 1,000 Pounds 1,000 Pounds

Jun

Jul

3,630

3,670

3,410

3,490

2,460

2,440

1,885

2,030

2,685

3,095

3,100

3,250

Hops: Area Harvested, Yield, and Production by State and

United States, 1997-98 and Forecasted August 1, 1999

State

Area Harvested Yield Production

1998 1999 1998 1999 1997 1998 1999

Acres Acres Pounds Pounds 1,000 Pounds 1,000 Pounds 1,000 Pounds

ID

OR

WA

US

3,909

6,161

26,573

36,643

3,371

5,822

25,047

34,240

1,159

1,660

1,686

1,625

1,380

1,690

1,900

1,813

5,484.1

13,572.0

55,816.0

74,872.1

4,529.4

10,227.4

44,791.0

59,547.8

4,652.0

9,839.0

47,589.0

62,080.0

Olives: Total Production, California,

1997-98 and Forecasted August 1, 1999

State

Total Production

1997 1998 1999

Tons Tons Tons

CA 104,000 90,000 125,000
Crop Production Agricultural Statistics Board

August 1999 30 NASS, USDA

Peaches: Total Production by Type, State, and United States,

1997-1998 and Forecasted August 1, 1999

State

Total Production

1997 1998 1999

Million Pounds Million Pounds Million Pounds

AL 1

AR 1

CA - Freestone 1

CO 1

CT 1

GA 1

ID 1

IL 1

IN 1

KS 1

KY 1

LA 1

MD 1

MA 1

MI

MO 1

NJ

NY 1

NC 1

OH 1

OK 1

OR 1

PA

SC

TN 1

TX 1

UT 1

VA 1

WA

WV 1

Total Above

CA - Clingstone 1

US Total

25.0

14.3

739.0

7.0

2.3

160.0

7.5

12.5

2.5

0.2

0.6

1.1

9.7

2.0

55.0

9.5

65.0

12.0

10.0

6.0

2.0

5.8

70.0

160.0

3.5

20.0

8.1

9.0

46.0

11.0

1,476.6

1,148.0

2,624.6

16.0

12.5

710.0

20.0

2.3

70.0

9.0

15.0

3.8

0.5

1.8

1.4

10.5

1.8

43.0

9.0

70.0

10.0

25.0

6.8

20.0

8.0

65.0

140.0

3.2

24.0

7.7

14.0

51.0

13.0

1,384.3

1,045.0

2,429.3

20.0

10.5

690.0

3.0

2.4

130.0

6.0

17.5

2.9

0.7

5.0

1.0

11.0

1.6

28.0

7.5

70.0

11.0

30.0

7.0

10.0

7.0

68.0

160.0

5.0

13.0

4.0

16.0

50.0

14.0

1,402.1

1,100.0

2,502.1 1 Estimates for current year carried forward from an earlier forecast.
Crop Production Agricultural Statistics Board

August 1999 31 NASS, USDA

Apples, Commercial: Total Production by State and United States,

1997-98 and Forecasted August 1, 1999

State

Total Production 1

1997 1998 1999

Million Pounds Million Pounds Million Pounds

AZ

AR

CA

CO

CT

DE 2

GA

ID

IL

IN

IA

KS

KY

ME

MD

MA

MI

MN

MO

NH

NJ

NM 3

NY

NC

OH

OR

PA

RI

SC

TN

UT

VT

VA

WA

WV

WI

US

45.0

7.2

962.0

35.0

24.0

15.0

110.0

74.0

50.0

13.0

7.5

6.5

64.0

46.0

60.0

1,000.0

22.0

53.0

40.5

55.0

7.0

1,120.0

152.0

60.0

160.0

535.0

3.6

60.0

10.0

42.0

50.0

270.0

5,000.0

115.0

49.5

10,323.8

46.0

4.5

815.0

65.0

17.5

11.0

170.0

45.0

54.0

8.7

1.6

11.0

44.5

34.6

29.0

970.0

23.8

34.0

19.0

55.0

8.0

1,070.0

185.0

80.0

180.0

395.0

2.6

45.0

12.5

49.0

35.0

280.0

6,400.0

110.0

76.1

11,387.4

40.0

7.2

825.0

15.0

22.0

12.0

90.0

75.0

60.0

9.0

6.1

14.0

52.0

37.0

57.0

1,050.0

24.0

44.0

41.0

55.0

1,210.0

188.0

100.0

160.0

500.0

3.1

38.0

12.0

14.0

50.0

360.0

5,195.0

120.0

77.4

10,562.8 1 In orchards of 100 or more bearing age trees. 2 Estimates discontinued in 1997. 3 Forecast discontinued in 1996.
Crop Production Agricultural Statistics Board

August 1999 32 NASS, USDA

Pears: Total Production by Crop, State, and United States,

1997-1998 and Forecasted August 1, 1999

Crop and State

Total Production

1997 1998 1999

Tons Tons Tons

Bartlett

 CA

 OR

 WA

 Total

Excluding Bartlett

 CA

 OR

 WA

 Total

All

 CA

 CO

 CT

 MI

 NY

 OR

 PA

 UT

 WA

 US

282,000

75,000

205,000

562,000

30,000

180,000

250,000

460,000

312,000

2,600

1,200

4,000

8,000

255,000

4,000

700

455,000

1,042,500

277,000

65,000

145,000

487,000

30,000

180,000

230,000

440,000

307,000

3,500

1,100

5,040

11,500

245,000

6,100

900

375,000

955,140

285,000

66,000

165,000

516,000

30,000

153,000

220,000

403,000

315,000

500

1,000

4,600

13,000

219,000

4,200

600

385,000

942,900

Coffee: Utilized Production, Hawaii, 1996-98

State

Utilized Production 1

1996-97 1997-98 1998-99

1,000 Pounds 1,000 Pounds 1,000 Pounds

HI 6,400 9,400 9,500

1 Parchment basis.
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August 1999 33 NASS, USDA

Grapes: Total Production by Crop, State, and United States,

1997-98 and Forecasted August 1, 1999

State

Total Production

1997 1998 1999

Tons Tons Tons

Grapes (Table Type)

 CA

Grapes (Wine Type)

 CA

Grapes (Raisin Type) 1

 CA

All Grapes

 AZ

 AR

 CA

 GA

 MI

 MO

 NY

 NC

 OH

 OR

 PA

 SC

 WA

 US

825,000

2,940,000

2,883,000

25,000

6,500

6,648,000

2,600

61,000

1,950

139,000

950

6,900

18,500

61,000

500

319,000

7,290,900

645,000

2,570,000

2,158,000

23,000

4,550

5,373,000

3,200

70,400

2,200

128,000

1,500

6,100

14,700

54,000

300

222,000

5,902,950

750,000

2,900,000

2,250,000

8,000

5,600

5,900,000

3,800

65,000

2,500

186,000

1,600

8,600

19,500

71,000

300

285,000

6,556,900 1 Fresh basis.

Ginger Root: Area Harvested, Yield, and Production,

Hawaii, 1997-99

State

Area Harvested Yield Production

1997 1998 1999 1997 1998 1999 1997 1998 1999

Acres Acres Acres Pounds Pounds Pounds 1,000 Pounds 1,000 Pounds 1,000 Pounds

HI 275 360 350 44,000 50,000 46,000 12,100 18,000 16,100
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August 1999 34 NASS, USDA

Crop Summary: Area Planted and Harvested, United States, 1998-99

(Domestic Units) 1

Crop

Area Planted Area Harvested

1998 1999 1998 1999

1,000 Acres 1,000 Acres 1,000 Acres 1,000 Acres

Grains & Hay

 Barley

 Corn for Grain 2

 Corn for Silage

 Hay, All

 Alfalfa

 All Other

 Oats

 Rice

 Rye

 Sorghum for Grain 2

 Sorghum for Silage

 Wheat, All

 Winter

 Durum

 Other Spring

Oilseeds

 Canola

 Cottonseed

 Flaxseed

 Mustard Seed

 Peanuts

 Rapeseed

 Safflower

 Soybeans for Beans

 Sunflower

Cotton, Tobacco & Sugar Crops

 Cotton, All

 Upland

 Amer-Pima

 Sugarbeets

 Sugarcane

 Tobacco

Dry Beans, Peas & Lentils

 Austrian Winter Peas

 Dry Edible Beans

 Dry Edible Peas

 Lentils

 Wrinkled Seed Peas

Potatoes & Misc.

 Coffee (HI)

 Ginger Root (HI)

 Hops

 Peppermint Oil

 Potatoes, All

 Winter

 Spring

 Summer

 Fall

 Spearmint Oil

 Sweet Potatoes

 Taro (HI) 3

6,340.0

80,187.0

4,902.0

3,345.0

1,571.0

9,626.0

65,871.0

46,449.0

3,805.0

15,617.0

1,127.0

336.0

98.9

1,521.0

4.8

303.0

72,375.0

3,553.0

13,392.5

13,064.3

328.2

1,498.8

9.0

2,010.1

323.4

162.0

1,422.7

15.5

93.0

73.0

1,241.2

87.2

5,167.0

77,611.0

4,698.0

3,600.0

1,573.0

9,299.0

62,733.0

43,419.0

4,015.0

15,299.0

1,095.0

341.0

59.7

1,468.0

3.5

313.0

74,145.0

3,676.0

14,601.2

14,283.0

318.2

1,560.6

1,992.6

1,391.2

17.9

87.7

69.2

1,216.4

88.1

5,867.0

72,604.0

5,919.0

60,016.0

23,642.0

36,374.0

2,765.0

3,317.0

418.0

7,723.0

305.0

59,002.0

40,126.0

3,728.0

15,148.0

1,092.0

329.0

95.6

1,467.0

4.7

285.0

70,811.0

3,476.0

10,683.6

10,448.8

234.8

1,451.7

947.1

717.7

7.4

1,913.9

309.1

158.5

6.1

0.4

36.6

124.0

1,393.7

15.0

90.6

68.1

1,220.0

27.4

83.8

0.5

4,834.0

70,955.0

62,051.0

23,968.0

38,083.0

2,631.0

3,575.0

396.0

8,499.0

54,467.0

35,609.0

3,898.0

14,960.0

1,067.0

334.0

58.2

1,448.5

3.5

294.0

73,261.0

3,593.0

13,532.2

13,216.0

316.2

1,525.9

972.5

661.1

1,903.0

0.4

34.2

1,370.6

17.7

85.8

66.8

1,200.3

85.2

1

 Data are the latest estimates available, either from the current report or from previous reports. Current year estimates are for the

full 1999 crop year. 2

 Area planted for all purposes. 3 Acreage is total acres in crop, not harvested acreage.
Crop Production Agricultural Statistics Board

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Crop Summary: Yield and Production, United States, 1998-99

(Domestic Units) 1

Crop Unit

Yield Production

1998 1999 1998 1999

1,000 1,000

Grains & Hay

 Barley

 Corn for Grain

 Corn for Silage

 Hay, All

 Alfalfa

 All Other

 Oats

 Rice 2

 Rye

 Sorghum for Grain

 Sorghum for Silage

 Wheat, All

 Winter

 Durum

 Other Spring

Oilseeds

 Canola

 Cottonseed 3 4

 Flaxseed

 Mustard Seed

 Peanuts

 Rapeseed

 Safflower

 Soybeans for Beans

 Sunflower

Cotton, Tobacco & Sugar Crops

 Cotton, All 2

 Upland 2

 Amer-Pima 2

 Sugarbeets

 Sugarcane

 Tobacco

Dry Beans, Peas & Lentils

 Austrian Winter Peas 2

 Dry Edible Beans 2

 Dry Edible Peas 2

 Lentils 2

 Wrinkled Seed Peas

Potatoes & Misc.

 Coffee (HI)

 Ginger Root (HI)

 Hops

 Peppermint Oil

 Potatoes, All

 Winter

 Spring

 Summer

 Fall

 Spearmint Oil

 Sweet Potatoes

 Taro (HI) 3

Bu

"

Ton

"

"

"

Bu

Cwt

Bu

"

Ton

Bu

"

"

"

Lb

Ton

Bu

Lb

"

"

"

Bu

Lb

Bale

"

"

Ton

"

Lb

Cwt

"

"

"

"

Lb

"

"

"

Cwt

"

"

"

"

Lb

Cwt

Lb

60.1

134.4

16.0

2.52

3.47

1.91

60.4

5,669

28.2

67.3

11.4

43.2

46.9

37.8

34.9

1,455

20.4

855

2,702

1,353

1,446

38.9

1,509

625

619

904

22.5

35.8

2,061

1,405

1,611

1,920

1,223

1,560

50,000

1,625

78

343

199

233

277

356

109

148

58.2

134.7

2.59

3.47

2.04

61.6

5,993

69.2

42.5

47.4

29.2

34.2

2,657

39.2

649

641

1,013

21.4

37.7

2,069

1,656

46,000

1,813

204

270

285

352,445

9,761,085

94,525

151,338

82,010

69,328

167,122

188,051

11,795

519,933

3,487

2,550,383

1,880,605

141,069

528,709

1,588,620

5,365

6,708

81,750

3,963,440

6,360

412,085

2,756,794

5,246,701

13,918.2

13,475.9

442.3

32,606

34,707

1,479,179

104

30,828

5,934

1,938

674

9,500

18,000

59,548

9,727

477,381

2,980

21,137

18,896

434,368

2,987

12,382

6,000

281,365

9,560,919

160,769

83,160

77,609

162,096

214,237

587,967

2,314,508

1,688,582

113,779

512,147

6,907

3,848,850

2,869,519

18,303.6

17,636.0

667.6

32,679

36,623

1,367,857

31,506

16,100

62,080

3,618

23,205

19,071

1

 Data are the latest estimates available, either from the current report or from previous reports. Current year estimates are for the

full 1999 crop year. 2

 Yield in pounds. 3 Yield is not estimated. 4 Revised from Crop Production released May 12, 1999.
Crop Production Agricultural Statistics Board

August 1999 36 NASS, USDA

Fruits and Nuts Production, United States, 1997-99

(Domestic Units) 1

Crop Unit

Production

1997 1998 1999

1,000 1,000 1,000

Citrus 2

 Grapefruit

 K-Early Citrus (FL)

 Lemons

 Oranges

 Tangelos (FL)

 Tangerines

 Temples (FL)

Non-Citrus

 Apples

 Apricots

 Bananas (HI)

 Grapes

 Olives (CA)

 Papayas (HI)

 Peaches

 Pears

 Prunes, Dried (CA)

 Prunes & Plums (Ex CA)

Nuts & Misc.

 Almonds (CA)

 Hazelnuts

 Pecans

 Pistachios (CA)

 Walnuts (CA)

 Maple Syrup

Ton

"

"

"

"

"

"

1,000 Lbs

Ton

Lb

Ton

"

Lb

1,000 Lbs

Ton

"

"

Lb

Ton

Lb

"

Ton

1,000 Gal

2,888

7

958

12,677

178

418

108

10,323.8

139.2

13,700.0

7,290.9

104.0

38,800.0

2,624.6

1,042.5

214.0

25.5

759,000

47.0

335,000

180,000

269.0

1,298

2,626

2

935

13,670

128

360

101

11,387.4

118.3

21,000.0

5,903.0

90.0

39,900.0

2,429.3

955.1

108.0

25.6

520,000

15.5

146,400

188,000

227.0

1,159

2,552

4

817

9,738

115

337

81

10,562.8

130.0

6,556.9

125.0

2,502.1

942.9

180.0

25.1

830,000

1,180 1 Data are the latest estimates available, either from the current report or from previous reports. Current year estimates are for the

full 1999 crop year. 2 Production years are 1996-97, 1997-98, and 1998-99.
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August 1999 37 NASS, USDA

Crop Summary: Area Planted and Harvested, United States, 1998-99

(Metric Units) 1

Crop

Area Planted Area Harvested

1998 1999 1998 1999

Hectares Hectares Hectares Hectares

Grains & Hay

 Barley

 Corn for Grain 2

 Corn for Silage

 Hay, All 3

 Alfalfa

 All Other

 Oats

 Rice

 Rye

 Sorghum for Grain 2

 Sorghum for Silage

 Wheat, All 3

 Winter

 Durum

 Other Spring

Oilseeds

 Canola

 Cottonseed

 Flaxseed

 Mustard Seed

 Peanuts

 Rapeseed

 Safflower

 Soybeans for Beans

 Sunflower

Cotton, Tobacco & Sugar Crops

 Cotton, All 3

 Upland

 Amer-Pima

 Sugarbeets

 Sugarcane

 Tobacco

Dry Beans, Peas & Lentils

 Austrian Winter Peas

 Dry Edible Beans

 Dry Edible Peas

 Lentils

 Wrinkled Seed Peas

Potatoes & Misc.

 Coffee (HI)

 Ginger Root (HI)

 Hops

 Peppermint Oil

 Potatoes, All 3

 Winter

 Spring

 Summer

 Fall

 Spearmint Oil

 Sweet Potatoes

 Taro (HI) 4

2,565,730

32,450,880

1,983,790

1,353,690

635,770

3,895,550

26,657,330

18,797,450

1,539,850

6,320,040

456,090

135,980

40,020

615,530

1,940

122,620

29,289,440

1,437,860

5,419,810

5,286,990

132,820

606,550

3,640

813,470

130,880

65,560

575,750

6,270

37,640

29,540

502,300

35,290

2,091,030

31,408,400

1,901,230

1,456,880

636,580

3,763,210

25,387,420

17,571,240

1,624,830

6,191,350

443,140

138,000

24,160

594,080

1,420

126,670

30,005,740

1,487,640

5,908,960

5,780,190

128,770

631,560

806,390

563,000

7,240

35,490

28,000

492,260

35,650

2,374,320

29,382,110

2,395,360

24,287,880

9,567,680

14,720,190

1,118,970

1,342,360

169,160

3,125,420

123,430

23,877,520

16,238,590

1,508,680

6,130,240

441,920

133,140

38,690

593,680

1,900

115,340

28,656,500

1,406,700

4,323,550

4,228,520

95,020

587,490

385,060

290,430

2,990

774,540

125,090

64,140

2,470

150

14,830

50,180

564,020

6,070

36,660

27,560

493,720

11,090

33,910

200

1,956,270

28,714,780

25,111,420

9,699,610

15,411,810

1,064,740

1,446,770

160,260

3,439,460

22,042,250

14,410,610

1,577,480

6,054,160

431,800

135,170

23,550

586,190

1,420

118,980

29,647,990

1,454,050

5,476,350

5,348,380

127,960

617,520

393,560

267,540

770,130

140

13,860

554,670

7,160

34,720

27,030

485,750

34,480

1

 Data are the latest estimates available, either from the current report or from previous reports. Current year estimates are for the

full 1999 crop year. 2

 Area planted for all purposes. 3 Total may not add due to rounding. 4 Area is total hectares in crop, not

harvested hectares.
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August 1999 38 NASS, USDA

Crop Summary: Yield and Production, United States, 1998-99

(Metric Units) 1

Crop

Yield Production

1998 1999 1998 1999

Metric Tons Metric Tons Metric Tons Metric Tons

Grains & Hay

 Barley

 Corn for Grain

 Corn for Silage

 Hay, All 2

 Alfalfa

 All Other

 Oats

 Rice

 Rye

 Sorghum for Grain

 Sorghum for Silage

 Wheat, All 2

 Winter

 Durum

 Other Spring

Oilseeds

 Canola

 Cottonseed 3

 Flaxseed

 Mustard Seed

 Peanuts

 Rapeseed

 Safflower

 Soybeans for Beans

 Sunflower

Cotton, Tobacco & Sugar Crops

 Cotton, All 2

 Upland

 Amer-Pima

 Sugarbeets

 Sugarcane

 Tobacco

Dry Beans, Peas & Lentils

 Austrian Winter Peas

 Dry Edible Beans

 Dry Edible Peas

 Lentils

 Wrinkled Seed Peas

Potatoes & Misc.

 Coffee (HI)

 Ginger Root (HI)

 Hops

 Peppermint Oil

 Potatoes, All 2

 Winter

 Spring

 Summer

 Fall

 Spearmint Oil

 Sweet Potatoes

 Taro (HI) 3

3.23

8.44

35.80

5.65

7.78

4.27

2.17

6.35

1.77

4.23

25.63

2.91

3.15

2.54

2.35

1.63

1.28

0.96

3.03

1.52

1.62

2.62

1.69

0.70

0.69

1.01

50.35

80.24

2.31

1.58

1.81

2.15

1.37

1.75

56.04

1.82

0.09

38.39

22.27

26.15

31.10

39.91

0.12

16.56

3.13

8.46

5.81

7.78

4.57

2.21

6.72

4.34

2.86

3.19

1.96

2.30

2.98

2.63

0.73

0.72

1.14

48.01

84.42

2.32

1.86

51.56

2.03

22.91

30.31

32.00

7,673,580

247,942,980

85,751,640

137,291,520

74,398,220

62,893,300

2,425,770

8,529,850

299,610

13,206,910

3,163,350

69,410,050

51,181,680

3,839,270

14,389,100

720,590

4,867,410

170,390

37,080

1,797,790

2,880

186,920

75,027,640

2,379,860

3,030,330

2,934,030

96,300

29,579,670

30,895,990

670,940

4,720

1,398,330

269,160

87,910

30,570

4,310

8,160

27,010

4,410

21,653,640

135,170

958,760

857,110

19,702,600

1,350

561,640

2,720

6,126,000

242,858,530

145,847,180

75,441,480

70,405,700

2,352,820

9,717,630

14,935,050

62,990,590

45,955,670

3,096,560

13,938,360

6,265,920

1,745,810

78,095,510

3,985,140

3,839,790

145,350

29,645,890

33,223,830

620,450

1,429,090

7,300

28,160

164,110

1,052,560

865,050

1

 Data are the latest estimates available, either from the current report or from previous reports. Current year estimates are for the

full 1999 crop year. 2

 Production may not add due to rounding. 3 Yield is not estimated.
Crop Production Agricultural Statistics Board

August 1999 39 NASS, USDA

Fruits and Nuts Production, United States, 1997-99

(Metric Units) 1

Crop

Production

1997 1998 1999

Metric tons Metric tons Metric tons

Citrus 2

 Grapefruit

 K-Early Citrus (FL)

 Lemons

 Oranges

 Tangelos (FL)

 Tangerines

 Temples (FL)

Non-Citrus

 Apples

 Apricots

 Bananas (HI)

 Grapes

 Olives (CA)

 Papayas (HI)

 Peaches

 Pears

 Prunes, Dried (CA)

 Prunes & Plums (Ex CA)

Nuts & Misc.

 Almonds (CA)

 Hazelnuts

 Pecans

 Pistachios (CA)

 Walnuts (CA)

 Maple Syrup

2,619,950

6,350

869,080

11,500,380

161,480

379,200

97,980

4,682,800

126,310

6,210

6,614,190

94,350

17,600

1,190,500

945,740

194,140

23,130

344,280

42,640

151,950

81,650

244,030

6,490

2,382,270

1,810

848,220

12,401,220

116,120

326,590

91,630

5,165,240

107,320

9,530

5,355,070

81,650

18,100

1,101,910

866,490

97,980

23,220

235,870

14,060

66,410

85,280

205,930

5,790

2,315,140

3,630

741,170

8,834,160

104,330

305,720

73,480

4,791,210

117,930

5,948,320

113,400

1,134,930

855,380

163,290

22,770

376,480

5,900 1 Data are the latest estimates available, either from the current report or from previous reports. Current year estimates are for the

full 1999 crop year. 2 Production years are 1996-97, 1997-98, and 1998-99.
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Crop Production Agricultural Statistics Board

August 1999 42 NASS, USDA

July Weather Summary

A late-month heat wave brought the highest temperatures in 4 to 11 years across much of the Midwest and

Ohio Valley, stressing livestock, pastures, and reproductive summer crops. Record-setting heat overspread

the Southeast toward month’s end, negating the benefits of late June and early July rainfall that had stabilized

crop conditions. In the Mid-Atlantic region, where 13-month moisture deficits topped 18 inches in a few

areas, the focus of extreme drought remained centered on an area that included eastern West Virginia,

northern Virginia, and Maryland. Drought also intensified across the interior Northwest, where moisture

deficits mounted in most areas for the fifth consecutive month. In contrast, a banner start to the summer rainy

season across the Southwest improved water supplies and eased long-term drought, but caused localized

flooding.

Midwestern, Northeastern, and Mid-Atlantic temperatures generally ranged from 2 to 5 degrees F above

normal. In contrast, readings averaged as much as 4 degrees F below normal in California and on the

northern High Plains. Damp, cloudy weather held temperatures as much as 2 degrees F below normal in the

Southwest. Despite the late-month heat wave, near-normal readings prevailed in the Gulf Coast States.

Monthly rainfall totaled more than 8 inches in a few areas across the upper Midwest, in the southern

Appalachians, and along the eastern Gulf Coast. In the Southwest, the heaviest monsoon showers fell in

Arizona, with 4 to 8 inches or more observed at some central and southeastern locations. In contrast, rainfall

was less than 0.50 inch (and less than 50 percent of normal) in most of Oregon, southeastern Washington, the

northern two-thirds of Nevada, the southern two-thirds of Idaho, and northwestern Utah. Farther east, totals

were less than 2 inches (and less than 50 percent of normal) in a broad belt from north-central Texas to the

middle Ohio Valley, including the east-central Plains and the southwestern Corn Belt. Similar dryness also

occurred from northern Virginia to southern New England.

General Crop Comments: As July began, most areas of the Corn Belt, had adequate soil moisture to support

crop development. By mid-month, corn and soybeans in the eastern Corn Belt and Atlantic Coast States were

stressed by moisture shortages and above-normal temperatures. During the second half of the month, crop

conditions continued to deteriorate as hot, dry weather extended westward into central and southwestern areas

of the Corn Belt. In the northern Corn Belt, including most of Wisconsin and Iowa, and parts of Illinois,

Minnesota, Nebraska, and South Dakota, numerous storms provided enough rainfall to maintain adequate soil

moisture and prevent serious heat damage to crops. A few severe storms flooded low-lying fields in northern

Iowa near mid-month. The hot weather promoted rapid development, as both corn and soybeans progressed

ahead of normal, especially in the eastern Corn Belt. By August 1, 91 percent of the corn acreage was at the

silking stage or beyond, compared with the average of 78 percent. Nearly one-fourth of the crop was at the

dough stage or beyond, 8 percentage points ahead of normal. Soybeans blooming advanced to 85 percent and

nearly one-half of the acreage was setting pods. Normally, 75 percent of the crop is blooming and 34 percent

is setting pods by August 1.

Early-month storms recharged dry soils in the Southeast, and provided much-needed moisture for drought

stunted crops, especially in Georgia. Mid-month storms rejuvenated crops in the Atlantic Coastal Plains, but

by the end of the month, crops were stressed by soil moisture shortages and excessive heat. Cotton

development progressed behind the 5-year average during the first half of the month, when mostly cool and

seasonal temperatures prevailed. After mid-month, above-normal temperatures accelerated development, and

by August 1, acreage at the squaring stage or beyond was nearly complete and more than three-fourths of the

crop was setting bolls. Both stages were virtually equal to the 5-year average on August 1. Cotton harvest

began along the western Gulf Coast near the end of the month. In California, persistent cool weather

hindered crop development.

The wheat harvest quickly accelerated in Kansas, Oklahoma, and Missouri after wet soils dried. By

mid-month, the wheat harvest was nearly complete in Kansas and the Corn Belt, and combining was active in

Colorado, Nebraska, and South Dakota. In the upper Mississippi Valley and across the northern Great Plains

to the Pacific Northwest, small grain development accelerated, as cool early-month weather was replaced by

record setting triple-digit temperatures during the second half of the month. The oat harvest began early and

progressed ahead of normal in the Corn Belt. Most of the acreage in Iowa, Nebraska, and Ohio was harvested

by the end of the month. In North Dakota, the harvest season was just starting. Growers began combining
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spring wheat and barley late in the month and by August 1, 20 percent of the spring wheat and 19 percent of

the barley was harvested in South Dakota . 

The rice crop developed ahead of normal along the western Gulf Coast, but lagged in inland areas of the

lower Mississippi Valley and in California. Dry weather aided harvest progress in Texas and Louisiana,

where 11 and 20 percent, respectively, was harvested by August 1.

Corn for grain: Acreage planted to corn is estimated at 77.6 million acres, unchanged from the June

estimate, but down 3 percent from last year. Acreage for grain harvest is estimated at 71.0 million acres,

down 84,000 acres from June. Grain acreage was lowered in several mid-Atlantic States due to drought

conditions. An additional acreage change was made in Michigan since their crop has advanced rapidly under

ideal conditions and farmers expect to harvest a larger percentage of their acreage for grain.

The August 1 Corn Objective Yield data indicate a record level stalk count for the seven objective yield States

(Illinois, Indiana, Iowa, Minnesota, Nebraska, Ohio, Wisconsin). After a wet start, corn planting progressed

rapidly in early-May. Iowa and Illinois planted half of their corn acreage in one week, as progress moved

ahead of the 5-year average. Above-average temperatures in June and July provided plenty of growing degree

days and pushed silking ahead of both 1998 and the average. In the northern and western Corn Belt,

numerous storms provided enough rainfall to maintain adequate soil moisture and prevent serious heat

damage to the crop.

Yield for the 34 States without an Objective Yield Survey is forecast at 117.1 bushels per acre, up from

114.4 in 1998. Twenty-one States are showing an increased yield from last year, primarily due to a return to

more normal growing conditions after severe drought in Texas and the Southeast last year. Twelve states are

showing a yield decrease and one State is unchanged. With the exception of the drought stricken

mid-Atlantic States, favorable growing conditions prevailed over most corn growing areas through early-July. 

However, hot and dry weather moved westward in late-July and began to deteriorate crop conditions.

Sorghum for Grain: The first production forecast for the 1999 crop year is 588 million bushels, up

13 percent from 1998 but 7 percent below 1997. Based on August 1 conditions, yield is forecasted at

69.2 bushels per acre, up 1.9 bushels from 1998. Yield increases are expected in 12 of the top 18 producing

States, mainly in the southern part of the growing area. The forecasted yield in Texas would be a new record

high. Predicted yields in Mississippi and Georgia would equal record high yields. A 7 bushel decrease from

last year in Kansas (the largest sorghum producing state) limited the increase in the U.S. forecast.

Sorghum planted for all purposes is estimated at 9.30 million acres, up 3 percent from June, but 3 percent

below 1998. Acreage was revised due to additional acreage being planted in Texas behind abandoned cotton. 

Texas planted a total of 3.1 million acres, an increase of 250,000 acres from the June estimate.

Acreage expected to be harvested for grain in the U.S. in 1999, at 8.50 million acres, is 10 percent higher than

the 1998 harvested grain acreage. An adjustment to the harvested acres estimated in the June “Acreage”

report was made for Texas due to the increase in planted acreage. Texas producers expect to harvest

2.9 million acres for grain, 200,000 more than estimated in June.

The 1999 sorghum crop was rated 68 percent good to excellent as of the week ending August 1. This is

17 points higher than a year earlier, primarily due to improved conditions in the southern growing region

which was plagued by drought last year.

Oats: Production is estimated at 162.1 million bushels, 3 percent below last year’s 167.1 million bushels. If

realized, production would be the third lowest on record, exceeding the 1995 production by 1.0 million

bushels and the record low in 1996 by 8.9 million bushels. The estimated yield is 61.6 bushels per acre, up

1.2 bushels from 1998. This would be the third highest yield on record, behind the record 65.4 bushels in

1992 and the 63.6 bushels in 1985. Area harvested and to be harvested for grain is estimated at a record low

2.63 million acres, 5 percent below last year. The decline is a continuation of a trend that has seen harvested

acres steadily fall from more than 18 million acres in 1970 to the current level.
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Hot weather quickly ripened oat fields in the Corn Belt and northern Great Plains during the second half of

July. Excessive heat stressed late-maturing fields in Michigan and Ohio. Scattered rain periodically

interrupted harvest progress in Iowa, Minnesota, and Wisconsin, but delays were minimal in most areas. By

August 1, 40 percent of the crop was harvested, including most of the acreage in Iowa, Nebraska, and Ohio. 

In North Dakota, harvest began late in the month, with 4 percent of the crop harvested on August 1.

Barley: Acres for planted and harvested for 1999 were lowered 70,000 and 59,000 acres, respectively, from

June. Barley planted for all purposes is estimated at 5.17 million acres, down 1 percent from June and

19 percent below 1998. Acreage expected to be harvested for grain in 1999, at 4.83 million acres, is

18 percent lower than the 1998 harvested grain acreage. Acreage was updated due to reductions in North

Dakota.

Production for 1999 is forecast at 281 million bushels, down 5 percent from July and down 20 percent from

1998. Yields are expected to average 58.2 bushels per acre, a decrease of 2.1 bushels from July and

1.9 bushels from last year. Yields were decreased in Idaho, Kansas, Minnesota, and Montana while increases

were in Oregon, Pennsylvania, and South Dakota. In comparing yields to the previous year, 15 states are

indicating lower yields or no change in 1999 while 12 States are expecting higher yields from 1998 .

As of August 1, 73 percent of the acreage in the 6 major barley producing States was fair to good. Hot

weather and limited rainfall in July caused crop condition to deteriorate in the major barley producing States. 

Harvest was progressing behind normal in of most the States on August 1. Producers in the San Luis Valley

of Colorado were discovering reduced yields due to frost damage that occurred in late spring. All MidAtlantic States expect an increase in yields as hot, dry weather limited disease problems.

Winter Wheat: Acres for harvest as grain are forecast at 35.6 million, down 11 percent from 1998. Harvest

progress in the 19 major producing states had reached 89 percent completion by August 1. This is a point

behind last year but a point ahead of average. Most Soft Red Winter (SRW) states harvests are complete.

Hard Red Winter (HRW) harvests were complete, or nearly so, in the central and southern Great Plains. 

Forecasted head counts from the Objective Yield surveys in the six HRW States (Colorado, Kansas,

Montana, Nebraska, Oklahoma, Texas) are down slightly from last month as is weight per head. Colorado

and Texas head counts are at record highs while the average weights are the highest since 1985 and 1984,

respectively. Kansas head weights equal last year’s high. South Dakota’s harvest is 20 points ahead of

average with record high yields thus far. Dry, open weather has allowed Montana growers to harvest ahead of

an average pace.

Combined plant populations in the Pacific Northwest Objective Yield region are higher than average, but

forecasted head weights are now well below normal; Idaho’s are the lowest since 1988 and Oregon weights

are the lowest of the ‘83-‘99 period. The dryness pushed the Oregon harvest well ahead of normal, but Idaho

and Washington trailed average. The Michigan harvest started in late June and was virtually complete by the

end of July with a new record high yield. 

Harvested yields were better than previously expected in the SRW States. The Indiana combining finished

mid-July with record yields across the state. Kentucky’s mid-July finish confirmed last month’s record high

forecast and the North Carolina yield was better than previously expected. Collective head count and weight per

head in the SRW Objective Yield States (Illinois, Missouri, Ohio) are about the same as last month and well

above average. Ohio head counts are at record levels and Illinois’ are the highest since 1989. 

Durum Wheat: Acres planted and area for 1999 grain harvest have each been lowered 150,000 acres to 4.02

and 3.90 million, respectively. The changed planted level is still 8 percent higher than last year while acres

for harvest are up 5 percent. The new acreages result from North Dakota’s update survey.

Yield prospects have declined in Montana but held steady in Minnesota and South Dakota. North Dakota’s

late planted crop trails average development by about a week. Late July’s hot, humid weather saw condition

ratings fall to 60 percent good or better as of August 1. Wheat midge and head scab are concerns in
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northeastern counties. The Durum Objective Yield survey samples range from grass green to ripe. Plant

population forecasts are below average as average weight per head. 

Other Spring Wheat: Harvested area for 1999 is forecast at 15.0 million acres, unchanged from last month

but down 1 percent from last year. Acreage was 96 percent headed in the five major producing States as of

August 1. This lags normal by two points. Harvest had started in all five States, but only South Dakota was

more than 10 percent complete.

Idaho’s dryland spring wheat yield expectations have dropped sharply, but not enough to lower total yield.

Early Washington spring harvest points to an average yielding crop with good quality. Montana’s spring

crop is in fair-to-good condition. Both North and South Dakota’s spring wheat crops are rated as mostly

good. Objective Yield Survey head number forecasts are above average in Minnesota and North Dakota and

well below average in Montana. However, of the three, only Montana’s average weight per head is above

average.

Peanuts: Production is forecast at 3.85 billion pounds, down 3 percent from last year’s crop, but 9 percent

above 1997. Area for harvest is expected to total 1.45 million acres, virtually unchanged from the June

"Acreage" report but down 1 percent from 1998. Peanut plantings, at 1.47 million acres, were reduced from

the June 1 forecast by 1,000 acres. Yield are expected to average 2,657 pounds, 45 pounds below last year

but up 154 pounds from 1997.

Production in the Southeast States (Alabama, Florida, Georgia, and South Carolina) is expected to total

2.11 billion pounds, down 5 percent from last year’s level. Expected acreage for harvest, at 835,500 acres, is

unchanged from the previous year. Yield in the four-State area are expected to average 2,520 pounds per

acre, 120 pounds below 1998. As of August 1, peanut development in Alabama was ahead of schedule with

78 percent of the acreage rated in good to excellent condition. In Georgia, crop development was slightly

behind normal and condition on August 1 was 80 percent fair to good. The peanut crop in Florida was rated

mostly good to excellent while South Carolina rated mostly fair to good on August 1.

The Virginia-North Carolina production is forecast at 578 million pounds, down 7 percent from 1998. 

Acreage for harvest is up 1 percent from the previous year. Yield is forecast at 2,875 pounds, down

225 pounds from last year. As of August 1, the Virginia-North Carolina peanut crop was rated in mostly

good condition.

Southwest crop production (New Mexico, Oklahoma, and Texas) is expected to total 1.17 billion pounds, up

2 percent from 1998. The region’s acreage for harvest, at 412,000 acres, is 5 percent below the 1998 level. 

Yields are expected to average 2,829 pounds, 191 pounds above 1998. On August 1, 73 percent of the Texas

crop was rated in fair to good condition.

Rice: Production is forecast at a record high 214 million cwt, 14 percent above 1998 and up 17 percent from

1997. Area for harvest is expected to total 3.58 million acres, unchanged from the June "Acreage" report

but 8 percent above a year ago. Yields are expected to average 5,993 pounds per acre, up 324 pounds from

1998. 

As of August 1, crop development was behind normal in Arkansas, California, and Mississippi while

Louisiana and Texas crop was ahead of normal. Rice harvest is underway in Louisiana and Texas. Crop

condition was rated at 77 percent good to excellent across the major producing states on August 1.

Soybeans: Area planted, at 74.1 million acres, was decreased fractionally from the June acreage estimate and

is now 2 percent above 1998 record acreage. Acres expected for harvest, at 73.3 million acres, decreased

slightly from June and is now 3 percent above the 1998 acreage.

Planting of the 1999 soybean crop was nearly complete as of June 27 as 97 percent had been planted. This

compares to 96 percent a year ago and 94 percent for the five-year average. Several states (Kansas, Missouri,
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North Carolina, and South Carolina) still lagged behind the rest of the country in finishing planting at the end

of June. Some replanting of soybean fields was common in areas affected by heavy rains and standing water. 

In the eight major producing States (Arkansas, Illinois, Indiana, Iowa, Minnesota, Missouri, Nebraska, and

Ohio), the average planting date was the same as last year. The eastern Corn Belt States completed planting

with the fewest weather disruptions while the western Corn Belt States were delayed by wet conditions.

As of August 1, the soybean crop was rated mostly fair to excellent condition. Weather conditions varied

widely through most of July. Soil moisture and temperatures were more favorable earlier in the month in

most areas of the western Corn Belt and Southeast. Extremely high temperatures during the last two week of

July added stress to most of the soybean growing areas, especially localities that were experiencing moisture

shortages. States in the Mid-Atlantic and eastern Corn Belt experienced very dry conditions for much of

July. As of August 1, 85 percent of the soybean acreage was blooming, 2 percentage points ahead of last

year and 10 percentage points ahead of average. The percent of soybean acreage setting pods was 46 percent

as of August 1, equal to a year ago but well ahead of the 34 percent average. Blooming and pod setting

progress was most advanced in Illinois, Indiana, Iowa, Louisiana, Mississippi, and Ohio.

Cotton: Upland cotton planted acreage, at 14.3 million acres, is 9 percent above 1998. Harvested acreage,

at 13.2 million acres, is up 26 percent from last year when extremely dry conditions resulted in high

abandonment. Growers planted 318,200 acres of American-Pima cotton. Area to be harvested is

316,200 acres, up 35 percent from last year.

Texas’ cotton crop is making excellent progress and has been aided by near normal temperatures. Some

dryland acres are in need of rain to help boost maturity. Abandonment of upland cotton in Texas is estimated

at 900,000 acres, or 15 percent. This percentage is much less than last year’s drought affected crop, but is

higher than average. The abandonment is in part due to hail and wind damage received during the middle of

June which resulted in replanting fields to alternative crops. Condition of the crop is rated mostly fair to

excellent. On August 1, 82 percent of the crop was rated fair to excellent and 18 percent was rated very poor

to poor. After a slow start, development has caught up to average in the past few weeks. On

August 1, 66 percent of the cotton fields were setting bolls. This is exactly the same as the 5-year average. 

The Coastal Bend, Upper Coast, and Rio Grande Valley are defoliating and/or harvesting. Data from the

objective yield survey show Texas’ fruit counts rank eighth since 1990. 

The Delta States (Arkansas, Louisiana, Mississippi, Missouri, and Tennessee) rated most of their cotton

acreage in fair to excellent condition in early August. Arkansas, Louisiana, and Mississippi all rated over

90 percent of their crop in these categories, while Missouri and Tennessee lag slightly behind, having rated

only 78 and 82 percent, respectively, in the fair to excellent category. Crop development has been near or

above the 5-year average throughout the growing season. On August 1, nearly all fields were setting bolls. 

Arkansas reported 97 percent of the fields setting bolls and Louisiana and Missouri reported virtually all

fields having set bolls. Mississippi reported 98 percent and Tennessee lagged slightly behind with 93 percent

of the fields setting bolls. Cotton objective yield data show large boll counts for Arkansas, Louisiana, and

Mississippi as the fourth largest in the past 10 years. Arkansas’ count of small bolls was fourth highest

during this time period, while Mississippi and Louisiana small boll counts rank fifth and sixth, respectively.

California and Arizona rated nearly all of their upland cotton fields as fair to excellent on August 1. Arizona

rated 92 percent in these categories with the remaining 8 percent being rated poor. California’s entire crop

was rated fair or better. However, persistent cool weather has hindered crop development in these states. On

August 1, California reported 65 percent of their fields setting bolls compared to 73 percent on average. On

this same date, Arizona reported 86 percent of their fields setting bolls compared to the 5-year average of

94 percent. Data from the objective yield plots indicate California’s count of large bolls ranks seventh since

1990. The number of small bolls is the highest in the past 10 years, while squares rank ninth during this time

period.

In the Southeastern States (Alabama, Georgia, North Carolina, and South Carolina), plantings were delayed,

except in Alabama and North Carolina, due to extremely dry conditions. Alabama and North Carolina were

able to progress at a normal pace during the planting season, but were required to do some replanting because

of the dry conditions. Early July storms provided some relief to dry soils in the Southeast but Georgia cotton

continues to lag behind in condition and development. On August 1, Georgia’s cotton was rated 84 percent
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fair to excellent and 16 percent very poor or poor. Conversely, Alabama, North Carolina, and South Carolina

had more than 94 percent of their fields rated fair to excellent. Development of the crops in Alabama,

Georgia, and South Carolina all lag behind the 5-year average for setting bolls, while North Carolina is

slightly ahead of average. 

American-Pima production is forecast at 667,600 bales, up 51 percent from last year’s output. The increase

is a combination of more harvested acres and a higher yield than one year ago. Yield is forecast at

1,013 pounds per harvested acre, up 109 pounds from last year. This increase is due to California having an

increase of 134 pounds per acre. Arizona, New Mexico, and Texas all showed slight decreases in yield from

last year. Acres for harvest were increased in California and Texas, but decreased in Arizona and New

Mexico.

Ginnings totaled 80,650 running bales prior to August 1, compared with 145,550 running bales ginned prior

to the same date last year and 2,200 running bales in 1997. 

Dry Beans: Production of dry edible beans is forecast at 31.5 million cwt for 1999, up 2 percent from a year

earlier and 7 percent above two years ago. This is the highest production since 1991's 33.8 million cwt. 

In the June 1999 "Acreage" report, U. S. planted and harvested acreage were estimated at 2.02 and

1.94 million acres, respectively. Planted area is now estimated at 1.99 million acres, 1 percent below 1998

but 7 percent above 1997. Harvested acres are now expected to be 1.90 million acres, down 1 percent from

1998 but 8 percent above two years ago. As of August 1, the average U. S. yield is forecast at 1,656 pounds

per acre, up 3 percent from last year but 1 percent below two years ago. Average yields are 45 pounds per

acre above last year. Production is expected to be above 1998 by 42 percent in California, 31 percent in

Michigan, and 12 percent in Nebraska but down 20 percent from last year in North Dakota.

In North Dakota, development of the crop is behind average due to late planting. As of August 1, 36 percent

of the crop was podded compared to 86 percent last year and 63 percent on average. Also, 66 percent of the

crop was rated good or excellent, above last year’s condition of 59 percent good to excellent. Michigan’s dry

bean crop was planted early and has advanced ahead of normal. Most of the crop is in good to excellent

condition with some damage from excessive rain. Navy beans replace black beans as Michigan’s leading

commercial class this year. In Nebraska, precipitation is about 25 percent above normal and crop condition

as of August 1 was rated 69 percent good to excellent compared to 66 percent last year. California’s dry bean

crop is progressing well with many varieties in bloom and the blackeyes ready to harvest. The recent

moderate temperatures should be beneficial to yields. As of August 1, the Minnesota crop rated 3 percent

very poor, 12 percent poor, 37 percent fair, 38 percent good, and 10 percent excellent. In Colorado, dry

beans are about 60 percent through flowering which is behind last year due to delayed planting, but the crop

is reported to be in very good condition. 

In Wyoming, 90 percent of the dry beans have bloomed which is average even though emergence was

hampered by cool and wet conditions during May and June. Most of New York’s dry bean crop was in full

bloom at the end of July but yields are expected to suffer due to drought stress. In Texas and Utah,

production is expected to be higher than last year due to favorable growing conditions. 

U. S. planted acres of navy beans have increased 60 percent between 1998 and 1999 while planted acres of

pintos and black beans are down 23 percent and 25 percent, respectively. Pink and large lima were the only

other classes that decreased in acreage from 1998 to 1999. Pinto beans make up 38 percent of all planted

acres, navies represent 21 percent, blacks 9 percent, and great northerns 7 percent the remaining 25 percent

are distributed among the other classes.

All Hay: Production for 1999 is forecast at a record high 160.8 million tons, up 6 percent from 1998 and

5 percent higher than 1997. The all hay yield is forecast at 2.59 tons per acre (also a record), up 3 percent

from last year. Acreage for harvest of all hay is estimated at 62.1 million acres, 3 percent higher than 1998. 

This is an increase of 100,000 acres from the June estimate as a result of an increase in the other hay estimate

in North Dakota.
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Hay producers across the country are seeing both extremes this year. Operators in the Atlantic Coast States

and eastern Corn Belt have been hit hard by the extreme dry conditions and higher than normal temperatures. 

Northwestern States have seen dry conditions stress non-irrigated hay; however, conditions have been good

for the irrigated acreage. Most other areas of the U.S. have enjoyed very good conditions for hay production. 

Southern States, which were hit hard by drought last year, have rebounded well this year.

Alfalfa and Alfalfa Mixtures: Production is forecast at 83.2 million tons, 1 percent above 1998 and

6 percent above 1997. Yields are expected to average 3.47 tons per acre, equal to the record high level last

year. Harvested area, at 24.0 million acres, is up 1 percent from 1998.

Much improved weather conditions in most of California (leading producer) compared to last year resulted in

higher production. The second and third largest producers (South Dakota and Wisconsin) are also expecting

substantial increases in production.

All Other Hay: Production is forecast at a record high 77.6 million tons, 12 percent higher than last year’s

production. The average yield, at 2.04 tons per acre, is also a record high. If realized, this would be the first

U.S. yield over 2.00 tons per acre. Harvested area is estimated at 38.1 million acres, 5 percent above last

year’s total. This level is also 100,000 acres above the June estimate, the result of a revision to the North

Dakota estimate. This would be the largest harvested acreage since 1962.

Tobacco: U.S. all tobacco production for 1999 is forecast at 1.37 billion pounds, down 8 percent from 1998

and down 23 percent from 1997. Area for harvest in 1999 is forecast at 661,110 acres, also down 8 percent

from 1998. Yields for 1999 are expected to average 2,069 pounds per acre, 8 pounds higher than a year ago. 

Yield prospects in North Carolina, the leading flue-cured state, are averaging higher than last year but

suffered some damage from hot, dry weather in July. Kentucky, the leading burley state, expects yields to

average less than a year ago due to a hot, dry July. 

Flue-cured production is expected to total 713 million pounds, down 12 percent from 1998. Flue-cured

growers plan to harvest 316,000 acres in 1999, 14 percent below last year. Yield is expected to average

2,258 pounds per acre, 54 pounds more than the previous year. North Carolina’s crop was hampered by dry

weather but condition is fair to mostly good. South Carolina and Virginia yield prospects improved with

some rain received during July. Florida’s crop condition remained about the same whereas, Georgia’s

prospects were reduced due to dry weather and disease. 

Burley production is expected to total 577 million pounds, 1 percent below a year ago. Yield is expected to

average 1,888 pounds per acre, down 8 pounds from 1998. Burley tobacco growers plan to harvest

305,700 acres, slightly below a year ago. Kentucky’s acreage, at 215,000, is expected to be the same as last

year. The condition of Kentucky’s crop was reduced due to lack of soil moisture. Early set tobacco that

received rain looks good while later set tobacco in eastern areas is under stress and drying up. 

Tennessee’s tobacco crop yields are ranging from slightly below a year ago for dark types to above last year

for burley tobacco. Dry weather has helped to contain the potential problems from black shank, blue mold,

and tomato spotted wilt diseases.

Sugarbeets: Production is forecast at a record high 32.7 million tons, slightly above the previous record in

1998. Growers in the 12 sugarbeet-producing States expect to harvest 1,525,900 acres, 5 percent more than

last year and the highest since 1,540,500 acres were harvested in 1969. The yield is forecast at 21.4 tons per

acre, 1.1 tons below 1998.

The late-July heat wave stressed the beet crop in Minnesota and North Dakota, but moisture supplies have

been mostly adequate to sustain growth. Some areas in Minnesota have a surplus of soil moisture. Warm

weather and adequate moisture supplies promoted rapid growth in Colorado. The Michigan sugarbeet crop is

in mostly good condition due to timely rains. Cool weather aided development in California, with some
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fields setting record high yields in the Imperial Valley. In Wyoming, water supplies in the irrigation

reservoirs are adequate.

Sugarcane: Production is forecast at a record high 36.6 million tons, 16 percent above the previous record

of 31.7 million tons set last year. U.S. sugarcane growers intend to harvest a record high 972,500 acres for

sugar and seed during the 1999 crop year, 3 percent more than last year’s final harvested acres. The record

high acreage is due to a 15,000 acre expansion in Louisiana and a 9,000 acre increase in Florida. The

expansion in Louisiana is due to increased use of a new high-yielding variety that can be harvested

mechanically even if it is severely lodged. Yield is forecast at 37.7 tons per acre, 3.0 tons above 1998. In

Louisiana, a record high yield is expected due to ideal growing conditions, increased acreage of a high

yielding variety, and increased utilization of a more efficient harvester. Warm weather and frequent rains

have provided nearly ideal conditions in Florida also. Dry weather has prevailed in Hawaii, but no

significant impact on yields has been experienced at this time. However, new plantings have been curtailed.

Prunes and Plums: Production in Idaho, Michigan, Oregon, and Washington is forecast at 25,100 tons,

down 2 percent from last year and 2 percent below 1997. 

The Oregon plum forecast, of 13,000 tons, is 24 percent above1998 and 8 percent more than two years ago. 

Production was hurt some by cool weather during pollination but overall growing conditions have been more

favorable than last year. Washington’s forecast, at 5,500 tons, is down 21 percent from 1998 and 15 percent

below 1997. Idaho expects 3,000 tons, down 33 percent from 1998. A hard frost during pollination and hail

damage have combined to reduce Idaho’s expectations. Michigan plans to harvest 3,600 tons, unchanged

from a year ago but 10 percent below 1997.

Papayas: Hawaii fresh papaya output for July is estimated at 3.25 million pounds, 5 percent more than last

month and July 1998. Area in crop totaled 3,490 acres in July, 2 percent higher than June but 5 percent

lower than a year ago. Harvested area, totaling 2,030 acres, was 8 percent higher than a month ago but

17 percent lower than last July. 

July weather conditions were variable with a mix of showers, overcast skies, and sunny conditions. Soil

moisture level returned to normal in rainfall dependent orchards, which had gone weeks with little or no

rainfall.

Hops: Hop production in Idaho, Oregon, and Washington is forecast at 62.1 million pounds for 1999, up

4 percent from last year but down 17 percent from the 1997 output. Acreage strung for harvest, at

34,240 acres, is off 7 percent from last year and is the lowest level since 1988 when 33,400 acres were

harvested. Yield is forecast at 1,813 pounds per acre, 188 pounds higher than 1998 when extreme hot July

and August temperatures in Washington and Idaho were responsible for the lower yields.

Washington yield is forecast at 1,900 pounds per acre, the highest since 1995 and 214 pounds higher than last

year. An increase in acres of the high-yielding Columbus/Tomahawk variety contributed to higher yield

prospects. Growers in Washington are spraying for powdery mildew. Producers in Oregon indicate a yield

of 1,690 pounds per acre, up 30 pounds from 1998, with harvest expected to start August 20 on the early

varieties. The Idaho hop crop continues to develop normally under warm conditions and yield is expected to

be 1,380 pounds per acre, 221 pounds higher than last year’s yield.

Olives: The 1999 olive crop is forecast at 125,000 tons, up 39 percent from the 1998 production of

90,000 tons. The favorable production forecast is attributable to good weather conditions during the bloom

and pollination period. Damage from the Central Valley freeze last December was minimal. Fruit size

appears normal in most orchards. Growers expect the yield of the Manzanillo variety to increase 39 percent

from last year. Manzanillos account for about 80 percent of the total production. Growers expect the yield of

Sevillano and Ascolano varieties, which combined account for about 18 percent of production, to increase by

7 percent and 24 percent, respectively.
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Peaches: The August 1, 1999 peach crop forecast increased 4.0 million pounds from the July 1 forecast but

still rounds to 2.50 billion pounds. This would be 3 percent above 1998 but 5 percent below 1997. New

Jersey increased their expectations for the 1999 crop from 65.0 million pounds to 70.0 million pounds, and

Michigan growers lowered their production forecast by 1.0 million pounds to 28.0 million. August

1999 forecasts for Pennsylvania, South Carolina, and Washington were unchanged from July.

In New Jersey, peach harvest started the last week of July. Quality and quantity of fruit remain relatively

high even though current drought conditions have adversely affected fruit sizing. In Pennsylvania, 22 percent

of the peach crop was harvested by the first week in August. Fruit condition was reported to be mostly good

to excellent but quality and size will be reduced if the weather remains hot and dry. Harvest of the

Washington peach crop began during the first week of August and is expected to last through the end of

September. The crop is reported to have good size, flavor, and aroma.

The U. S. Freestone crop as of August 1 is forecast at 1.40 billion pounds, up 1 percent from 1998 but

5 percent below 1997. The California Freestone crop stands at 690.0 million pounds, 3 percent below 1998

and 7 percent below 1997. By August 3, 1999, 93 percent of the Georgia peach crop, forecasted

at 130.0 million pounds, had been harvested, and 73 percent of South Carolina’s 160.0 million pound crop

had been picked.

California’s Clingstone crop, at 1.10 billion pounds, is 5 percent above 1998 but 4 percent below 1997.

Apples: The first production forecast for the 1999 crop year is 10.6 billion pounds, down 7 percent from

1998 but 2 percent above 1997. Decreased production in the Western States more than offset increased

production prospects in most of the Eastern States. Production increases are expected in 25 of the top

34 producing States.

Production in the Western States (AZ, CA, CO, ID, OR, UT, WA) is forecast at 6.3 billion pounds, down

18 percent from 1998. All states except California are expecting decreased production in 1999. Washington,

which makes up 49 percent of the U.S. forecast, is down 19 percent from 1998 when it produced 56 percent

of the nation’s apples. Apple production was hampered by frost damage, poor pollination, and reduced

bloom in the Western States. Apple production in the Central States (AR, IL, IN, IA, KS, KY, MI, MN, MO,

OH, TN, WI) is expected to be 1.5 billion pounds, up 12 percent from last year. All of the Central States

expect increases in production except Tennessee. 

In the Eastern States (CT, GA, ME, MD, MA, NH, NJ, NY, NC, PA, RI, SC, VT, VA, WV), production is

forecasted to be 2.7 billion pounds, up 18 percent from 1998. All states except South Carolina and New

Jersey expect increases. Increased expectations are due to favorable pollination and growing conditions in

the spring.

Pears: All pear production for 1999 is forecast at 942,900 tons, 1 percent below 1998 and 10 percent below

1997. Pear production, other than Bartletts, in the three Pacific Coast States is expected to total 403,000 tons,

8 percent below last year and 12 percent below two years ago.

Bartlett pear production is forecast at 516,000 tons in California, Oregon, and Washington, unchanged from

the June 1999 forecast and up 6 percent from 1998. For California, the Barlett pear harvest is well underway

in the Sacramento area with approximately one fourth of the crop picked. Good quality and fruit size are

reported. In Oregon, winter weather conditions lasted longer than normal this year, causing bloom of all fruit

to be delayed by two weeks, but bloom was heavy when it finally came. Bartlett production in Oregon is

forecast at 66,000 tons, 2 percent above 1998.

California’s other pear production, at 30,000 tons, is unchanged from 1998, while Oregon’s production, at

153,000 tons, is down 15 percent from 1998. Production in Washington is forecast at 220,000 tons, down

4 percent from 1998. Asian pear harvest is underway in California with good quality reported.
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New York’s pear crop forecast, at 13,000 tons, is up 13 percent from 1998 and up 63 percent from two years

ago. Pollination conditions were excellent, set was heavy, and disease pressure low, but drought conditions

during July could affect fruit size. Michigan’s pear crop at 4,600 tons, is down 9 percent from last year but

up 15 percent from 1997. In Pennsylvania, production is forecast at 4,200 tons, down 31 percent from 1998. 

There were some reports of frost damage during bloom and occurrence of fire blight.

In Connecticut, production is forecast at 1,000 tons, down 9 percent from 1998. Pollination was good and

fruit set was heavy but dry condtions are causing fruit sizes to be small. Two frosts in April severely reduced

the size of the pear crop in Colorado. Production in Colorado is forecast at 500 tons. Pear production in

Utah is forecast at 600 tons, 300 tons below last year. Hail damage, an untimely spring frost, and damp

weather have affected Utah’s production.

Coffee: Hawaii coffee production is estimated at 9.50 million pounds (parchment equivalent basis) for the

1998-99 season, up 1 percent from the previous season and the largest harvest since the 1964-65 season. The

record large output is due to a 5 percent increase in harvested acreage to a record high 6,100 acres. Average

yield declined to 1,560 pounds (parchment equivalent basis) per acre, down 4 percent from the previous

season.

Grapes: U.S. Grape production is forecasted at 6.56 million tons, up 11 percent from 1998 but down

10 percent from 1997. California's all grape forecast, at 5.90 million tons, increased 10 percent from 1998. 

The New York, Pennsylvania, and Washington forecasts increased from a year ago while Michigan decreased

from last year. These five States account for 99 percent of the U.S. 1999 forecast.

Raisin varieties account for 2.25 million tons of California's total production, 2.90 million tons are wine

varieties, and 750,000 tons are table varieties. The raisin objective measurement survey indicated fewer

bunches per vine but larger in size. Bunch count is the lowest since 1985 but size is the largest since that

year. Picking of table and wine varieties continue in the San Joaquin Valley. Growers reported good fruit

quality due to warm days and cool nights. 

Washington's production is forecast at 285,000 tons, up 28 percent from last year but down 11 percent from

1997. The Concord and Niagara grape crops are expected to yield considerably higher than a year ago, by 40

and 44 percent, respectively. The crop in Michigan is forecast at 65,000 tons, down 8 percent from last year

but 7 percent above 1997. The wine crop in Northwest Michigan is hampered by disease from heavy rains

but the fruit size is good.

Grape production in New York is forecast at 186,000 tons, up 45 percent from the previous year and up

34 percent from 1997. Growers reported crop conditions above average until the drought began stressing

vines. However, fruit size is above average and crop maturity is 7-10 days ahead of normal. Pennsylvania

is forecast at 71,000 tons, up 31 percent from last year and 16 percent above 1997. Growers in

Pennsylvania’s major producing areas experienced better weather conditions than other grape producing

localities.

Ginger Root: Hawaii ginger root production is estimated at 16.1 million pounds during the 1998-99 season,

down 11 percent from 1997-98. Harvested acreage is estimated at 350 acres, down 3 percent from the

previous season. Weather conditions were not favorable for ginger root cultivation during the 1998-99

season. The winter months were wetter than the previous year. As a result, disease set in for many farmers

and average yield declined 8 percent to 46,000 pounds per harvested acre.

Florida Citrus: Most areas of Florida's citrus belt were drier than normal during July. There were a few

counties that had above average rainfall, but most caretakers were irrigating to maintain good tree condition. 

The hotter than normal temperatures and high humidity have helped generate an abundance of new growth on

trees of all ages. New crop fruit is making good progress in the well cared for groves. Caretakers are cutting

cover crops to minimize surface moisture use. Spraying, fertilizing, and pushing out dead trees continue in

all areas.
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August 1999 52 NASS, USDA

California Citrus: Harvest activity has slowed considerably due to competition in the market from other

fruit. Some Valencia oranges and lemons in southern California were picked. Maturity of new crop navel

oranges was progressing.

California Fruits and Nuts: Picking of stone fruits continued throughout July with good quality reported. 

The harvest of grapes for fresh use was completed in the Coachella Valley and began in the San Joaquin

Valley. Perlette, Flame Seedless, and Thompson Seedless are the major varieties currently being picked. 

Recent warm days and cool nights have enhanced the quality of all grapes. Harvest of early apple varieties

began by the end of July. Some apple trees were treated for coddling moth. Olive trees were maturing well. 

Bartlett pear harvest began in the Sacramento River delta area and, by month’s end, approximately one fourth

of the crop had been picked. Asian pear harvest was active in the San Joaquin Valley. Almond tree limbs

continued to need support to bear the heavy nut set. By early August, growers were preparing for harvest.

Pistachio trees were treated with fungicides and walnut orchards were treated for blight.
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Reliability of August 1 Crop Production Forecast

Survey Procedures: Objective yield and farm operator surveys were conducted between July 26 and

August 6 to gather information on expected yield as of August 1. The objective yield surveys for wheat, corn,

soybeans, and cotton were conducted in the major producing States that usually account for about 75 percent

of the U.S. production. Farm operators were interviewed to update previously reported acreage data and seek

permission to randomly locate two sample plots in selected fields (corn, cotton, and soybeans). The counts

made within each sample plot depend on the crop and the maturity of that crop. In all cases, number of plants

are recorded along with other measurements that provide information to forecast the number of heads, ears,

pods, or bolls and their weight. The counts are used with similar data from previous years to develop a

projected biological yield. The average harvesting loss is subtracted to obtain a net yield. The plots are revisited each month until crop maturity when the fruit is harvested and weighed. After the farm operator has

harvested the sample field, another plot is sampled to obtain current year harvesting loss.

The farm operator survey was conducted primarily by telephone with some use of mail and personal

interviewers. Approximately 28,000 producers were interviewed during the survey period and asked

questions about probable yield. These growers will be surveyed throughout the growing season to provide

indications of average yields as the season progresses.

Estimating Procedures: National and State level objective yield and grower reported data were reviewed for

reasonableness and consistency with historical estimates. The survey data were also reviewed considering

weather patterns and crop progress compared to previous months and previous years. Each State Statistical

Office submits their analysis of the current situation to the Agricultural Statistics Board (ASB). The ASB

uses the survey data and the State analyses to prepare the published August 1 forecasts. 

Revision Policy: The August 1 production forecast will not be revised; instead, a new forecast will be made

each month throughout the growing season. End-of-season estimates are made after harvest. At the end of

the marketing season, a balance sheet is calculated using carryover stocks, production, exports, millings,

feeding, and ending stocks. Revisions are then made if the balance sheet relationships or other administrative

data warrant changes. Estimates of planted acres for spring planted crops are subject to revision August 1 if

conditions altered the planting intentions since the mid-year survey. Harvested acres may be revised any time

a production forecast is made if there is strong evidence that the intended harvested area has changed since

the last estimate.

Reliability: To assist users in evaluating the reliability of the August 1 production forecast, the "Root Mean

Square Error", a statistical measure based on past performance, is computed. This is done by expressing the

deviation between the August 1 production forecast and the final estimate as a percentage of the final

estimate, and averaging the squared percentage deviations for the 1979-1998 20-year period; the square root

of the average becomes statistically the "Root Mean Square Error". Probability statements can be made

concerning expected differences in the current forecast relative to the final end-of-season estimate, assuming

that factors affecting this year's forecast are not different from those influencing recent years.

For example, the "Root Mean Square Error" for the August 1 corn for grain production forecast is 8.6 percent. 

This means that chances are 2 out of 3 that the current production forecast of 9.56 billion bushels will not be

above or below the final estimate by more than 8.6 percent or approximately 822 million bushels. Chances

are 9 out of 10 (90 percent confidence level) that the difference will not exceed 14.8 percent or approximately

1.42 billion bushels.

Also, shown in the following table is a 20-year record for selected crops of the differences between the

August 1 forecast and the final estimate. Using corn again as an example, changes between the August 1

forecast and the final estimate during the last 20 years have averaged 404 million bushels, ranging from

7 million bushels to 1.09 billion bushels. The August 1 has been below the final estimate 11 times and above

9 times. This does not imply that the August 1 corn forecast this year is likely to understate or overstate final

production.
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Reliability of August 1 Crop Production Forecasts

Crop Unit

Root Mean

Square Error 20-Year Record of

Differences Between Forecast

and Final Estimate

Percent

90

Percent

Confidence

Interval

Quantity Years

Average Smallest Largest Below

Final

Above

Final

Million Million Million Number Number

Corn For Grain

Sorghum for Grain

Barley

All Wheat

 Durum

 Other Spring

Rice

Soybeans for Beans

Cotton 1

Dry Edible Beans

Bu

Bu

Bu

Bu

Bu

Bu

Cwt

Bu

Bales

Cwt

8.6

8.2

6.6

2.6

9.9

8.5

4.8

5.5

8.4

7.7

14.8

14.2

11.8

4.5

17.2

14.7

8.2

9.6

14.5

13.3

404

40

21

45

7

36

6

96

911

1.2

7

5

2

1

1

3

0

19

34

0.0

1,085

108

69

160

19

121

14

233

3,911

4.2

11

13

9

9

8

11

13

9

11

9

9

7

11

11

12

9

7

11

9

11 1 Quantity is in thousands of bales.
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August 1999 55 NASS, USDA

Information Contacts

Listed below are the commodity specialists in the Crops Branch of the National Agricultural Statistics Service

to contact for additional information.

C. Ray Halley, Chief (202) 720-2127

Field Crops Section

Brad Parks, Head (202) 720-3843

Rhonda Brandt - Corn (202) 720-9526

Herman Ellison - Peanuts, Rice, Barley (202) 720-7688

Lance Honig - Hay, Sorghum (202) 690-3234

Jay V. Johnson - Cotton, Cotton Ginnings (202) 720-5944

Mark E. Miller - Oats, Sugar Crops, Weekly Crop Weather (202) 720-7621

Jerry Ramirez - Soybeans, Minor Oilseeds (202) 720-7369

Vaughn Siegenthaler - Wheat, Rye (202) 720-8068

Fruit, Vegetable & Special Crops Section

Dean Groskurth, Head (202) 720-3843

Arvin Budge - Potatoes, Sweet Potatoes (202) 720-4285

Dave DeWalt - Citrus, Tropical Fruits (202) 720-5412

Steve Gunn - Apples, Cherries, Cranberries, Prunes, Plums (202) 720-4488

Howard Hill - Berries, Grapes, Maple Syrup, Tobacco (202) 720-7235

Jeffrey Kissel - Noncitrus Fruits, Mint, Dry Beans & Peas,

Mushrooms (202) 690-0270

Harry Nishimoto - Hops (360) 902-1940

Dave Ranek - Nuts, Floriculture (202) 720-4215

Biz Wallingsford - Fresh and Processing Vegetables, Onions,

 Strawberries (202) 720-2157
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