Crops Shrivel In North Carolina Drought
A worsening drought in North Carolina is taking its toll on the state’s crops. The drought has intensified over the…
Derecho Blows Across Corn Belt
On July 15 and 16, a derecho moved across the corn belt including Iowa, Wisconsin, Indiana and Illinois. It brought hail measuring up to 2.5 inches and wind gusts near 100 mph.
Low Wheat Prices Temper Expansion of Crop in Central U.S.
The Biden administration's efforts to increase wheat planting in the central U.S. are running into a headwind as wheat prices hover around four-year lows.
2023 Sugarbeet Crop Revised Upward While 2024 Crop Looks Strong
In the July WADSE report the USDA increased the 2023 sugarbeet harvest by 134,000 short tons to 5.179 million short tons.
Global Temperatures Record 13 Consecutive Month Highs
There is a 60% chance of 2024 ranking as the warmest year on record according to the National Centers for Environmental Information, a division of the National Oceanic and Atmospheric Administration (NOAA).
The USDA Reports 8% of the Corn Crop is at Dough Growth Stage
The latest USDA Crop Progress report reveals 11 top-producing states at the corn dough growth stage. Six of these states indicate corn development ahead of the national average.
EPA Policy Will Assess Pesticide Spry Drift Earlier in the Review Process
The U.S. EPA will now assess the potential for people to be exposed to pesticide spray drift earlier in the review process.
The USDA Forecasts Higher Orange Production
The USDA's latest citrus forecast predicts a slight increase in Valencia orange production in Florida. The report estimates 18 million boxes of oranges for the 2023-2024 season.
Montana Drought Stretches Into Fifth Year
While parts of the country struggle with excess moisture, Montana enters its fifth consecutive year of abnormally dry weather.
Heat Wave Stresses California Crops
A persistent heat wave across California is stressing crops, including grapes and melons Temperatures in the state's key agricultural regions have been exceeding 110 degrees.