Safrinha Corn in Parana 9% Planted, First Corn Crop 5% Harvested

Farmers in the state of Parana have planted 9% of their safrinha corn according to the Department of Rural Economics (Deral). Corn planting has been slow due to irregular rains and some farmers are reporting reduced germination. It is possible that some fields may need to be replanted. The corn is 77% germinating, 23% in vegetative development and the corn is rated 4% average and 96% good.

The safrinha corn crop in Parana, which is planted after the soybeans are harvested, represents approximately 85% of the state’s corn production with the remainder coming from the first corn crop that is planted in September and October. Parana is the second largest safrinha corn producing state in Brazil responsible for approximately 16% of Brazil’s safrinha corn production.

Approximately 5% of the first corn crop has been harvested. The remaining crop is 1% in vegetative development, 2% pollinating, 41% filling grain, 56% maturing, and the corn is rated 7% average and 93% good. The weather for the first corn crop has generally been beneficial and farmers are expecting good yields.

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