Kentucky harvest progress slowed by Hurricane Helene

Harvest activity has slowed following Hurricane Helene’s heavy rains and high winds that hit parts of Kentucky. But, many farmers were able to make significant harvest progress ahead of last week’s storm.  Corn is 56 percent harvested and 91 percent mature.  Soybeans are 28 percent harvested, 66 percent dropping leaves, and 85 percent coloring.  Fifty-three […]

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