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Missouri sees slightly warmer, wetter March
The USDA reports the state of Missouri had a slightly warmer and wetter March compared to average.
Statewide precipitation was slightly above normal for an average 3.2 inches, leaving 89% of topsoil at adequate to surplus levels. The statewide average temperature was up one degree from normal at 45 degrees.
Missouri winter wheat is rated 53% good to excellent for the end of March, unchanged from February.
The USDA’s weekly crop progress and condition reports resume next week.
