Weekly Citrus Weather For Tuesday, December 3, 2024

Kansas City, December 3 (World Weather Inc.) – The northwest corner of citrus country in Florida saw temperatures dip near or slightly below freezing at times in recent mornings. No widespread freezes were noted and overall damage should be minimal. The region otherwise received little to no rain and will remain drier biased in the coming week. The harvest will advance swiftly. Brazil’s citrus areas saw several waves of rain during the past week with more on the way in the coming days. Citrus conditions will remain favorable, though production is still expected to be lower than usual. Mexico will receive some erratic rainfall in the coming days that may slow the harvest.

Argentina’s Pampas Region Will Dry Down After Recent Rain

Kansas City, December 3 (World Weather Inc.) – Waves of rain helped bolster soil moisture across Argentina during the past week. Planting may have been sluggish at times, though progress remains near or slightly ahead of last year’s pace. Northern Argentina will see a mix of rain and sunshine during the coming week that will help keep soil moisture near current levels. The main Pampas farming region will otherwise trend drier than normal and will see a net reduction in soil moisture. The lack of rain will support more aggressive planting and general fieldwork. Establishment and early-season development conditions will remain generally good as well despite the lack of significant rain. Production potentials will be favorable.