Alfalfa weevil has been the only major agricultural pest problem to date. West-Central Illinois Rain fell in some areas, which interrupted planting. Other areas remain dry. Many farmers have finished planting corn. Color of the early-planted corn has improved with warmer temperatures.
Stands look very good, and few pest problems have been reported.
Soybean planting is just beginning. Wheat fields look excellent, with no disease symptoms evident at this time. Alfalfa and pastures are growing rapidly. Alfalfa weevils are present, but major feeding damage is not yet apparent.