Warm, dry weather continued across much of Nebraska last week, allowing farmers to make good progress in the field. According to the USDA’s National Agricultural Statistics Service, there were 6.6 days suitable for fieldwork during the week ending June 15, 2025. Topsoil moisture supplies were rated 8% very short, 35% short, 56% adequate, and 1% surplus, while subsoil moisture was rated 16% very short, 44% short, 40% adequate, and 0% surplus.
Field Crops Report:
- Corn
- Emerged: 97% — equal to 97% last year and the five-year average.
- Condition: 1% very poor, 2% poor, 24% fair, 59% good, 14% excellent.