2026 may be the tale of two (or three) seasons. Pictures above show the contrast between corn planted in early April vs no-till corn in cover crops planted late May, and also first crop soybeans planted early April (flowering) and those planted early June. Early crops appear to have a distinct advantage, but we will have to see how the season plays out. Everything planted in the middle of those two windows struggled to emerge and many acres had to be replanted. Some of that middle season corn is V5-V7 now and growing rapidly, but showing some unevenness across the field, probably due to compaction and waterlogged soils.

Soft red winter wheat is nearing harvest, with some acres having been cut in the area. Yields are reportedly very, strong and we are anxious to get started on harvest.

Storms dropped another 1.9″ of rain this week along with some powerful tornados that ripped through the area and caused extensive damage to buildings and trees. Thank the Lord, we were safe and were spared any damage at our farm. Prayers to those families who were not so fortunate.

Side-dress N and post herbicide in corn should wrap up next week. Some early beans got first post herbicide apps before the big rain.

Moderately Wet (soil is damp, standing water may be present in low areas, water bodies are full)