Crop Progress – – Planting pace remains steady and on track

84% of the corn crop is planted as of May 21^st. This is up 13 points from last week, but a slower pace than what was seen the week prior when 24% of the crop was planted.  The current planting pace matches what was seen last year and is a point under the 5-year average. 54% of the crop has emerged, which is slightly below average. Michigan experienced the most progress, adding an additional…