By Blake Jackson
Pennsylvania experienced favorable fieldwork conditions during the week ending September 8th, with 6.5 days suitable for agricultural activities.
Topsoil and subsoil moisture levels remained adequate, with 87% and 87% respectively rated as such.
Key crop developments included:
- Corn: 84% of corn reached the dough stage, and 57% reached the dent stage. Harvesting for silage was 23% complete. The average corn height was 94 inches.
- Hay: 80% of third-cutting alfalfa hay and 38% of fourth-cutting alfalfa hay were completed. Other hay cuttings reached 95% and 62% completion for second and third cuttings, respectively.
- Oats: 94% of oats were harvested for grain.
- Soybeans: 94% of soybeans were setting pods, and 12% were dropping leaves.
- Fruits: Apple and peach harvests reached 40% and 85% completion, respectively.
Pennsylvania farmers made significant progress in their fieldwork, taking advantage of favorable conditions to advance crop development and harvesting.
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Categories: Pennsylvania, Crops, Corn, Soybeans, Fruits and Vegetables