Rain on Sunday night brought 15-40 mm of rain to the area and ushered in clearer, drier air. Corn has tasselled in about half the fields, and the rest are rushing to catch up. The corn planted into good soil conditions looks excellent, and most areas received enough rain to carry the crop through pollination. Spring cereals range from milk stage to hard dough. Armyworm has been present in pockets near Chesley and Mildmay, and has done considerable damage in some cereal fields.
Soybeans are knee-high and flowering well.
Weed escapes, particularly lamb's-quarters, are evident in many fields. Second-cut alfalfa has begun to bloom. Harvest has been proceeding on some farms, while others are waiting for rain to bring on more growth. Pastures continue to grow shower to shower. Rainfall is needed through most of the region.