By Blake Jackson
Wisconsin farmers had 6.4 days suitable for fieldwork for the week ending November 19, 2023, according to the USDA's National Agricultural Statistics Service. Warm and windy conditions across most of the state dried both fields and crops, allowing for an increase in harvest and tillage activities.
Topsoil moisture conditions were mostly adequate, with 75% of the state rated adequate or surplus. Subsoil moisture conditions were also mostly adequate, with 64% of the state rated adequate or surplus.
The corn for grain harvest was 78% complete, ahead of both last year and the five-year average. The soybean harvest was 94% complete, with harvest nearing completion in southern Wisconsin.
Ninety-four percent of the winter wheat crop has emerged, and 65% of the crop is in good to excellent condition. Fall tillage was 63% complete, slightly behind last year and the five-year average.
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Categories: Wisconsin, Harvesting