Germany's 2025 Silage Maize Harvest Begins Early Amidst Weather Concerns
The 2025 silage maize harvest in Germany has begun exceptionally early, with some regions already harvesting in mid-August due to unusually hot and dry weather. This has led to concerns about managing silage maize stocks and potential yield impacts.
The early harvest is primarily due to low soil moisture in western Germany. Farmers are advised to closely monitor their silage maize stocks to avoid missing the optimal harvest time of 32 - 35% TS. This year's early start is a stark contrast to previous years, with some regions only expecting mid-late varieties to reach the harvest window after mid-September.
Experts predict a nationwide average yield of 42.8 dt/ha in 2025, about 4 percent less than last year but in line with the long-term average. However, the total harvest quantity is expected to be around 84 million tonnes, significantly lower than last year's 91 million tonnes. This decrease is attributed to a smaller cultivation area and weather-related lower yields. German farmers are expected to harvest significantly less silage maize in 2025 than in previous years.
Prices for silage corn, grain corn, and wheat are currently below last year's levels, with significant pressure on prices since the beginning of the year.
The 2025 silage maize harvest in Germany is off to an early start due to weather conditions, with potential impacts on yields and prices. Farmers are urged to closely monitor their stocks to ensure optimal harvest times. Despite the early start, experts predict yields to be around the long-term average, but the total harvest quantity is expected to be significantly lower than last year.
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