In Kansas, winter wheat conditions vary. An Easter freeze had a negative impact on wheat in the central part of the state. “We’re still waiting to see how many heads were lost by opening up stems,” said Justin Gilpin, CEO, Kansas Wheat. “The other story emerging is the drought conditions in the western part of the state and in the panhandles of Oklahoma and Texas. If we don’t get a rain soon, the crop in that area will have challenges.” Wheat harvest is still about six weeks away for Kansas farmers. “We’re at the critical stage as the crop is starting to head out and go into flowering. The crop is trying to make grain and test weights, adding yield,” said Gilpin. “Drought and freeze events have taken the top end off the average projection for the crop. There will probably be a significant drop in production across four states due to the tough conditions.” This is typically the week of the hard red winter wheat tour. Kansas Wheat will host a digital tour the week of May 18.
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