Heavy rainfall in Argentina’s agricultural regions is projected to impact soybean and corn crops positively, according to the Rosario grains exchange (BCR). Over 100 millimeters of rain recently fell, aiding recovery from drought conditions. The BCR had previously cut its production forecasts due to adverse weather but anticipates further rainfall to support ongoing agricultural needs.
Recent heavy rains in Argentina’s agricultural regions are expected to continue, signaling an important turning point for the country’s soybean and corn crops, according to the Rosario grains exchange (BCR). In the past few days, over 100 millimeters (3.9 inches) of rain have fallen, aiding recovery from prior drought and heat wave conditions that impacted the 2024/25 growing season.
Argentina, a significant exporter of grains, relies on sales from processed soybeans, corn, and wheat for vital foreign currency revenues. The BCR’s report indicates that the recent precipitation represents a pivotal moment in the agricultural calendar, with crucial implications for crop health across major farming areas.
Cristian Russo, BCR’s head of agricultural forecasts, emphasized the significance of the ongoing rains for essential grain crops. Earlier forecasts by the BCR for the harvests of 2024/25 were reduced due to adverse dry conditions and elevated temperatures during the summer, predicting soybean production at 47.5 million metric tons and corn at 46 million tons.
Meteorologist German Heinzenknecht from CCA consultancy anticipates further rainfall in the following days across central, northern, and northeastern agricultural areas, where moisture is still critical. Heinzenknecht predicts a “humid transition” as February concludes, indicating favorable rainfall conditions despite the potential for excessive precipitation in some Buenos Aires Province areas.
In summary, recent rainfall in Argentina marks a critical recovery phase for soybean and corn crops that had suffered from drought and heat. The BCR notes this precipitation as a turning point for agricultural productivity, essential for maintaining Argentina’s vital grain export status. Subsequent weather forecasts suggest continued rain, promoting a favorable environment for crop development in the coming weeks.
Original Source: www.agriculture.com
