US farmers have begun sowing corn
US farmers have begun sowing corn for the 2026 harvest. Kurkul.com writes this based on a report by USDA experts.
Sowing started on the same terms as last year.
As of April 5, 3% of the area had been sown, which is 1% ahead of the average pace for 5 years.
Also, on the reporting date, sowing of sugar beets, spring wheat (2%) and barley (5%) began in the US.
Meanwhile, the condition of winter wheat is estimated to be significantly better than last year. In particular:
in excellent condition — 7% (6% — in 2025);
- in good — 41% (29%);
- satisfactory — 31% (34%)
- poor — 15% (19%);
- very poor — 6% (12%).
For almost 30 years of expertise in the agri markets, UkrAgroConsult has accumulated an extensive database, which became the basis of the platform AgriSupp.
It is a multi-functional online platform with market intelligence for grains and oilseeds that enables to get access to daily operational information on the Black Sea & Danube markets, analytical reports, historical data.
You are welcome to get a 7-day free demo access!!!
Read also
Crude oil prices plunge after Trump announces two-week truce with Iran
Malaysian palm oil futures ended lower on Tuesday
Bangladesh plans to import wheat from India amid global supply tightening
High prices have reduced sunseed exports from Kazakhstan
MERCOSUR Agri Markets: The Forces Reshaping Global Supply
Got additional questions?
We will be happy to assist!
Write to us
Our manager will contact you soon