Since corn is produced in both the Northern and Southern hemispheres, there can be news all year round pertaining to crop development. Some of the key areas have growing seasons or crop years as follows:
The actual time from planting to harvest can vary by a few weeks and flooding and cold weather may cause delays. However, these growing season notes can be used as a reference point when considering key news events for corn.
According to the USDA, production, imports, and exports for corn have recently been distributed per the following charts:
If the United States consistently remains a top producer and exporter for corn, it is worth noting the distribution of growth within the country:
United States Corn Production
Top Ten States, 2007, in Bushels
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