Regrowth has been good with the moisture and heat. Soil moisture is generally adequate in the northern half of the area while the south is fairly dry. Corn is progressing well with the recent moisture and heat. Stands are at the 8 to 10 leaf stage. Colour is good, however, population is uneven in many fields.
Soybeans are at the second to fourth trifoliate.
Rain over the last two weeks has improved germination, still, population is less than ideal in a number of fields. The lack of moisture earlier in the season and the hot and windy conditions of the past week played havoc with weed control in both soybeans and corn this year. Spring cereals are headed out and most fields are pollinating. The crop looks healthy but if the hot and dry conditions persist yields will suffer. Harvest of first cut hay nears completion.