en.Wedoany.com Reported - The soybean harvest in southern Uruguay is nearing its end. Marcelo Fraga, commercial manager of Copagran's Colonia branch, noted that the average yield is approximately 1,050 kg/ha, with about 10% of the planted area still to be harvested.

Fraga stated that the yield for this season is expected to remain around 1,050 kg/ha. Across the cooperative's operations nationwide, about 5% of the area in the northern region has yet to be harvested. Persistent drought throughout the season has led to significant yield variability between plots. Fraga described that plots only 700 to 800 meters apart can see yields drop from 2,000 kg/ha to 1,000 kg/ha, showing wide differences. Overall, the lowest yield is around 600 kg/ha, while the highest can reach 1,500 kg/ha.

Weather conditions have also delayed the final stages of harvest. Grain moisture content remains between 17% and 20%, forcing producers to wait for suitable times during the day to continue operations. Fraga explained that farmers harvest even when moisture is at 16% or 17%, not to save on drying costs, but to keep the process moving. Rainfall forecasts for the coming days add pressure to make the most of the current operational window.

Fraga emphasized that the agricultural emergency declaration has provided partial relief for the most affected producers. Current land rents range from 800 to 1,000 kg/ha, and harvesting 1,000 kg/ha only covers input costs, leaving no room for rent, machinery, or other expenses. He concluded that the only way out of this situation is through production.

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