Some corn fields in the southern part of the region are reported to have canopied over. Reports of silage corn still being planted in some areas. Spring cereals are in the boot to heading out stage. Generally, straw height is short, and could make for some strong straw prices this winter. Still some reports of fields that missed being sprayed.
Winter wheat is in head, and at the present time looks healthy from a disease standpoint.
Some winter wheat fields that had Tilt applied look relatively free of disease. Spring canola is flowering. Inconsistent germination has resulted in variability in plant development. Some fields look excellent, while others are showing signs of poor establishment, and weed competition. The first stretch of good weather for making dry hay has been this past week.