It might be dry but the timing is perfect for the IL corn crop which is in overall great conditions -let it dry in the field until 15 perfect moisture content -
Corn Condition – Illinois Date
Very Poor Poor Fair Good Excellent ( (percent)
September 15, 2024 ……………. 9 13 23 56 21
September 8, 2024 ………….. 2 4 19 58 17
September 15, 2023 ……………….. 1 4 18 50 5
“during periods of drought applying 1/4 to 1/2 inch of water every 2 to 4 weeks should be enough to maintain moisture in the crown and roots. ” Illinois Extension
- Downstate - Wednesday, Sep 18, 24 @ 8:03 am:
Beautiful day. Beautiful weekend on tap. But we are really needing rain.
- Just a Citizen - Wednesday, Sep 18, 24 @ 11:00 am:
I agree with Downstate. It has been 19 days since we have had noticeable rain, and everything is dry.
- Ron - In Texas - Wednesday, Sep 18, 24 @ 11:04 am:
Mom says the lawn is requiring too much water…
- Donnie Elgin - Wednesday, Sep 18, 24 @ 11:12 am:
It might be dry but the timing is perfect for the IL corn crop which is in overall great conditions -let it dry in the field until 15 perfect moisture content -
Corn Condition – Illinois Date
Very Poor Poor Fair Good Excellent ( (percent)
September 15, 2024 ……………. 9 13 23 56 21
September 8, 2024 ………….. 2 4 19 58 17
September 15, 2023 ……………….. 1 4 18 50 5
- Cable Line Beer Gardener - Wednesday, Sep 18, 24 @ 11:12 am:
“during periods of drought applying 1/4 to 1/2 inch of water every 2 to 4 weeks should be enough to maintain moisture in the crown and roots. ” Illinois Extension