Producers across the state began preparing equipment for harvest this past week. Precipitation was slightly below average, while temperatures were slightly above average.

Crops are beginning to mature statewide, but producers in the west and southwest districts are looking for rain to aid in filling pods.

Soybean fields in a few areas are showing stress due to lack of precipitation but growers are optimistic with the recent and expected showers. Soybeans are beginning to shed leaves and sorghum has begun to mature.

The third cutting of alfalfa is nearing completion and is 12 percentage points above the five-year average

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