USDA Corrects September Corn Data After Processing Error - RFD-TV
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The U.S. Department of Agriculture (USDA) has reissued its October Crop Production report, correcting a processing error in September corn data while keeping the current October corn forecast unchanged.
Key Takeaways:
- USDA corrected yield forecasts for September corn in Kansas, Nebraska, and the United States.
- Updated data also includes September plant population and ear-count data for these states.
- The October forecast remains at 16.034 billion bushels with a national average yield of 181.2 bushels per acre.
Quote:
“For producers and markets, the key point is that the correction changes the historical September data but does not alter USDA’s current October corn production or yield outlook.” - Tony St. James, RFD-TV Markets Specialist
About the Author:
- Tony St. James, joined RFD-TV in 2024, providing market insights and hosting "Rural America Live."
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