Dry Spell in August Hurt Soybean Crops, Says Purdue Extension Educator

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Despite high hopes at the end of June for an overwhelming soybean yield, Chad Rushing, extension educator for agricultural and natural resources at Purdue Extension, said the predicted yield for soybeans and corn has dropped due to lack of rain in August. He said this vital time for the crops was drier than anticipated and has had a detrimental impact on yields; while it’s not a significant impact, he said it won’t be the phenomenal yields that had been predicted earlier this year.

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Corn, Soybean Crops Showing Drought Stress

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It’s been dry and the condition has taken its toll on yards, flower beds and farmers’ fields.

Chad Rushing, Agriculture and Natural Resources Educator at Purdue Extension, says the corn crops had plenty of moisture during pollination, but the crops are now suffering from the lack of moisture.

“Corn especially is exhibiting signs of drought stress and that has affected kernel development and resulted in some fields aborting kernels which will lead to a reduced yield impact,” stated Rushing.

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