Eastern Colorado received more rain and severe weather over the last week. The ten-day forecast shows temperatures climbing over 90 degrees this weekend, but dropping back into the mid-to-low 80s early next week. There is little chance for rain. This week’s NASS report shows Colorado at 1% harvested. Harvest has started in the southeast corner of the state, although it’s a slow start. The rain over the last week has delayed things. Early reports indicate yields between 30 and 45 bushels per acre, with average test weights around 60 lbs./bushel and protein levels ranging from 9% to 13%.
