Corn Crop Update Argentina’s corn crop continues to struggle against high temperatures and sporadic rainfall. By the end of last week, many areas needing precipitation received some relief, particularly in the northern core region and western agricultural zones. Currently, soils in the core region are at 50 percent of their maximum water capacity but are drying rapidly due to extreme heat. By the end of the week, almost all corn-growing areas experienced temperatures near or above 40°C (104°F), significantly increasing evapotranspiration and corn stress. As of today, 30 percent of the crop is rated fair to poor, 51 percent is classified as normal, and only 19 percent is in good to excellent condition. While this represen...
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