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ArticleBrownfield Ag NewsJul 20, 2026

Kansas Soybean Ratings Surge: What’s Behind the Jump?

Kansas soybean condition ratings rose from 69% to 72% good to excellent.

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Source summary

What this article covered

Improvement in Soybean Ratings

Kansas soybean condition ratings have seen a notable increase, with the latest USDA report showing a rise from 69% to 72% rated good to excellent. This improvement reflects favorable growing conditions and management practices.

Pod Development

The report highlights that 22% of the soybean crop is currently setting pods, which is significantly higher than the five-year average of 14%. This early pod development is a positive indicator for potential yields.

Corn Condition Stability

In contrast to soybeans, corn condition ratings have remained stable at 64% good to excellent. This stability suggests that while soybeans are thriving, corn may face different challenges.

Key takeaways

5 things worth knowing

  1. 01

    Kansas soybean ratings improved from 69% to 72% good to excellent.

  2. 02

    22% of soybeans are setting pods, above the five-year average of 14%.

  3. 03

    Corn condition ratings held steady at 64% good to excellent.

  4. 04

    The increase in soybean health may indicate potential yield improvements.

  5. 05

    Market conditions and weather uncertainties could impact future outcomes.

Source figures at a glance

At a glance

What the article covered, in 3 signals

Soybeans

72% good to excellent

Kansas soybean ratings

Improved from 69% last week.

Pod Setting

22%

Soybean crop

Above the five-year average of 14%.

Corn

64% good to excellent

Corn ratings

Steady from previous week.

Questions & answers

Quick answers

What are the current soybean ratings in Kansas?

Kansas soybean ratings have improved to 72% good to excellent.

How does the current pod setting compare to historical averages?

Currently, 22% of the soybean crop is setting pods, which is above the five-year average of 14%.

What is the condition of corn in Kansas?

Corn condition ratings in Kansas are steady at 64% good to excellent.

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