Dry Conditions Continue for Northern Corn States

Written By Mike Opperman

An article on DTN/Progressive Farmer

The latest USDA Drought Status Update for the Midwest features a note of concern for the northern Corn Belt. The report, issued June 18, 2026, highlights historic-level dryness during May in the northern U.S. row-crop states. In addition, the NOAA Climate Prediction Center (CPC) seasonal drought outlook calls for widespread drought development in the northern states through the end of September. (The seasonal drought outlook was also issued June 18.)

The drought assessment and outlook report notes that the meteorological spring season (March-April-May) ended on the dry side -- even entering the record books for dryness.

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Mike Opperman https://www.blackdirtcommunications.com
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