The combines are rolling in South Dakota and yield results on soybeans are variable but generally better than expected for the drought year in much of the state. Yields range from 20 to 70 plus bushels per acre and Arlington farmer Craig Converse says he’s excited about the early results on his farm but he says its inconsistent for farmers in his area.

Converse says his soybean yields are actually running higher than a year ago in many of his fields.

Chad Schooley farms near Castlewood and says his yields are all over the board but are still pretty amazing for the lack of rain. He ran a moisture deficit on the ground he farms from five to ten inches.

USDA’s Crop Progress Report showed soybean harvest at 17-percent done in South Dakota, with corn at 10-percent. Both are ahead of average.