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Little rain means Kansas wheat crop could be worst
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AI-generatedSevere drought in Kansas, a major US wheat producer, is causing a sharp decline in wheat output, with yields dropping by up to 85% on some farms. This supply shortage directly affects wheat prices and the profitability of wheat farmers and grain traders. Rising input costs (fertilizer) further squeeze margins. The impact is region-specific (US Great Plains) but has global implications for wheat supply and prices.
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- Kansas wheat crop worst since 1972 due to record drought.
- USDA estimates 2026 production at 1.56 billion bushels, down 21% from 2025.
- 58% of Kansas wheat crop rated 'poor' or 'very poor' as of May 17.
- About 17% of the crop is being abandoned.
- Rising fertilizer prices and trade disruptions exacerbate losses.
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