Tag: Kansas Wheat Tour 2024

Kansas Wheat Tour 2024, Day 2

The 2024 winter wheat tour in Kansas and Oklahoma revealed variability within fields, with drought stress and freeze damage affecting some areas. Farmers anticipate an earlier harvest, with higher yields projected in Oklahoma compared to the previous year. The tour will continue, with a final production estimate expected on Thursday.

Kansas Wheat Tour 2024 – Day 1

The Hard Winter Wheat Tour revealed varying wheat conditions, with northern routes seeing better crops than the drought-stricken fields in the south. Scouts used yield calculations and observed rust and virus damage. The tour fosters collaboration and networking among participants, providing Kansas farmers the opportunity to engage with global customers. Initial yield estimates stand at 49.9 bushels per acre.