Widespread precipitation across the area has been a big benefit to the crop. Most of central IL did not have much reported damage from the derecho on the night of the 15th. Rain amounts varied, but most of the area received some much needed rain from Beryl and the storms following. Now to keep our eyes on what could be optimal conditions for disease progression especially considering that the planting dates are wider than normal.

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