Heavy rain complicates late planting in Ohio

Ohio farmers have an eye on the finish line for corn and soybean planting.

That might be an issue in northwestern and southern Ohio following excessive rainfall, with some producers in those areas possible needing to replant.

There’s also talk of replanting in parts of eastern Ohio.

The USDA says 93% of corn has been planted in the Buckeye State, compared to the five-year average of 90%, and 80% has emerged, compared to 79% on average, with 66% of the crop called good to excellent.

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