Minnesota crops maturing faster than normal

Minnesota crops are maturing faster than normal.

The latest USDA report says 65 percent of corn has reached the dough stage, one week ahead of the five-year average.

More than 90 percent of soybeans are setting pods, 11 days quicker than normal.

Crop condition ratings held mostly steady for the week ending Sunday, with 77 percent of corn and 73 percent of soybeans rated good to excellent.

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