Optimal weather conditions have helped push Missouri’s corn planting well ahead of the average pace.

The USDA says as of Sunday 30% of the state’s corn crop has been planted, compared to the five-year average of 8%.

Five percent of soybeans have been planted, compared to the five-year average of 0%.

The state’s rice crop is 30% planted, ahead of the average pace of 12%.

Winter wheat is 3% headed, and 72% of the crop is in good to excellent condition.

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