“As of Sunday, the 21st, one-fifth of the 2026 winter wheat crop had been planted, three points behind both the five-year average as well as last year’s numbers. USDA meteorologist Brad Rippey said, as you would expect, planting rates are all over the map, literally and figuratively.”
The challenge? Dryness in the Northwest. While it allows planting to move quickly, it raises concerns for crop emergence and establishment heading into autumn. Washington is ahead of schedule on emergence, but long-term soil moisture will be critical for success.
By Glenn Vaagen
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🌾 A successful harvest ends with everyone home safe. National Farm Safety and Health Week is September 21–25, 2026. This year’s theme, “Safety Today, Success Tomorrow,” is a reminder that protecting an operation begins with protecting the people behind it. In February 2026, the U.S. Bureau of Labor Statistics released its latest national data, reporting… National Farm Safety & Health Week
RAA Employee Spotlight ➡️ Becca Root, Founder Becca is the Founder of Root Agricultural Advisory where she assists with the day-to-day operations of the various business units. Prior to starting the company with her husband Skye, she worked as a Product Owner for Clearwater Analytics. Prior to Clearwater, she was a public accountant in audit… Employee Spotlight: Becca Root
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