University of Nebraska-Lincoln Extension, Institute of Agriculture and Natural Resources

March 30, 2007

USDA Report: Crop Condition

For the month of March above average temperatures raised soil temperatures as much as degrees from last month in some areas of the state. The central and eastern parts of the state received above normal precipitation during the month resulting in ponds filling that have been low for several years. Most areas were still too wet to work ground, but fertilizer application has progressed as producers get ready for the upcoming planting season.

Wheat conditions were near month ago levels and rated 2% very poor, 6% poor, 34% fair, 52% good, and 6% excellent. This is well above last year’s condition of 43% good or excellent.

Oat planting was underway in southern counties with 4% seeded statewide.

Hay and forage supplies rated 8% very short, 36% short, 56% adequate, and 0% surplus.

Livestock, pasture, and range report: Cattle and calf condition rated 1% very poor, 6% poor, 28% fair, 61% good, and 4% excellent, well below year ago levels. Calving has progressed to 59% complete with calf losses reported as 4% below average, 81% average, and 15% above average.

USDA National Agricultural Statistic Service
Nebraska Field Office

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