There is large variability in tasselling dates within some fields. Still lots of short, yellow corn to be found. Early plantings have well developed root systems and are withstanding the dry conditions, later planted corn has lost some lower leaves due to drought. Scattered outbreaks of common armyworm have been found. Entire fields being destroyed by extremely large larval populations.
Drought stress is evident on the lighter soils.
Spring grains are moving quickly to maturity. Cooler more moderate day and night temperatures have led to the continued success of this years crop. Some fields have been harvested for silage. Wheat harvest has begun for some producers with dryers. Fusarium infections have been isolated to a few localized areas.