Kansas Farmers See Little Change in Wheat Acres Amid Dry Conditions

Kansas farmers are expecting little change in wheat acres this season despite higher futures prices. The outlook for wheat has improved, but persistent dryness in the region may limit planting opportunities.

According to Gary Millershaski, a western Kansas farmer, the decision to plant additional acres is largely dependent on soil moisture levels. 'If it's fallow and it's lined up to get planted to wheat, it's going to get planted as wheat,' he said. However, if there are alternative crops such as corn that failed due to dry conditions, planting wheat may not be feasible.

Ben Bellar, a southeast Kansas farmer who raises soft red winter wheat, also does not expect significant changes in his rotation. 'We'll see what happens,' he said, citing the potential for a good soft wheat market in their area.