Wheat harvest is around 90%+ done at this point. Quality for the most part has been good, although test weight has gone down after each rain, and sprouts are starting to appear in samples. Many producers were happy with yields, as the wheat enjoyed a long grain fill period.
There was no shortage of straw this year, with many bales coming off of fields this week.
After wheat is off is the perfect time to consider soil sampling. This will allow the results to be back and address the needs of the field without trying to rush and get it done in the fall or spring. Knowing what your ground needs will help you to spend your fertilizer money in the right places, to maximize on your future crop potential. In this period of weaker grain markets, spending money where it will be the most value is very important. Reach out to your salesperson for more details.
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