(NAFB) – The South American second-corn crop is struggling due to drought conditions. Dr. Michael Cordonnier, president of Soybean and Corn Advisor, Incorporated, says the problems began when the crop got planted very late.

He says even if the second corn area gets typical rainfall for this time of year, it’s won’t be enough to put the crop back on track.

Cordonnier says the dry weather is going to put a significant dent in Brazil’s corn production.

As a result of lower production, Cordonnier says Brazil likely won’t have enough corn for domestic use and exports.

Cordonnier has more thoughts on South America available at www.soybeansandcorn.com/news.