USDA: 93% of corn crop planted; 87% of soybeans in ground

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IN SHORT

As of May 31, 93% of the corn crop in the top 18 corn-growing states has been planted, according to the USDA. Additionally, 87% of the soybean crop in the nation's top 18 soybean-growing states was planted.

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87%soybean crop planted in top 18 states

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U.S. Department of Agriculture, reported planting progress

Key facts

As of May 31, 93% of the corn crop in the top 18 corn-growing states is planted.
As of May 31, 87% of the soybean crop in the top 18 soybean-growing states is planted.

The U.S. Department of Agriculture (USDA) reported that as of May 31, 93% of the corn crop in the top 18 corn-growing states has been planted. Concurrently, 87% of the soybean crop in the nation's top 18 soybean-growing states was in the ground. This data provides insight into the progress of the agricultural season and potential yields.

↳ Why This Matters

Planting progress is a key indicator for expected crop yields and future supply, influencing commodity prices for corn and soybeans.

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Planting progress data indicates how much of the expected crop has been sown. It is a crucial factor in forecasting future yields and influencing commodity prices.

The USDA report typically covers the 18 major corn and soybean-producing states in the U.S., which are critical to national and global supply.

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As of May 31, 93% of the corn crop in the top 18 corn-growing states is planted.

As of May 31, 87% of the soybean crop in the top 18 soybean-growing states is planted.

USDA: 93% of corn crop planted; 87% of soybeans in ground

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USDA: 93% of corn crop planted; 87% of soybeans in ground

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