Kansas Agricultural Statistics Service says
farmers are concerned about disease levels in this season’s winter
wheat crop.
The agency said Monday in its weekly update the problem is
getting worse, with 20 percent of the crop suffering light disease
infestation. About 5 percent of the crop shows moderate
infestation. Farmers are reporting powdery mildew, stripe and leaf
rust.
Still, the wheat condition report remains mostly upbeat, with 11
percent of the crop rated as excellent and 52 percent rated as
good. About 28 percent got a fair rating, with 9 percent in poor to
very poor condition.
The crop continues to mature, with 64 percent of the wheat now
headed.
