Farmers Battle Weather for Corn and Soybeans | Sioux Falls News

Sioux Falls News Today | 2 Min News | The Daily News Now! · Jul 16, 2026 · 1m

Farmers in southeastern South Dakota are racing against time as July and August become make-or-break months for their corn and soybean crops. While recent rains have been a relief, more moisture is urgently needed—corn demands a quarter inch daily to support pollination and maximize yield, while soybeans show early signs of stress if leaves cup or tighten. With unpredictable weather, growers are focusing on what they can control: field scouting, soil sampling, weed management, and prepping for fungicide applications. Even the old adage “knee-high by the Fourth of July” is fading, as modern…