Parts of Nebraska, South Dakota, and Iowa are struggling with the aftermath of flooding while still fighting a swollen Missouri River. Ag Web Dot Com says the Mississippi River is facing flood threats as well.
Dr. Michael Cordonnier of Soybean and Corn Advisor says it’s possible that up to one million acres of corn will be lost due to flooding. He thinks harvested corn acres will be under 91 percent of plantings this year, down from an average of 91.3 percent. At this stage, corn acres won’t get replanted. It’s also a risky proposition to replant soybeans this late as they would flower while the crop is in early development, resulting in low yield potential. High river levels along the Missouri River are a concern with more rain in the forecast over the next ten days. As many as 18 gauges along the Mississippi River are at major flood stage.
