The Agricultural Estimates System (SEA) for central-northern Santa Fe, in its weekly report for the period of September 24–30, 2025, published by the Santa Fe Stock Exchange in collaboration with the Catholic University of Santa Fe, highlighted that normal and stable weather conditions enabled steady progress in key agricultural activities: the sowing of sunflower and early corn, as well as the monitoring of wheat fields in full development.
Sunflower: Sowing Nears Completion with Steady Growth
Sunflower sowing progressed at a good pace in the central and southern departments of the evaluated area, while isolated resowing was reported in the north due to rainfall the previous week and damage caused by birds.
Overall, the fields show good to very good vegetative growth with no major issues. The sowing intention is estimated at 156,000 hectares, a 13% increase compared to the previous season. To date, 92% (143,500 ha) has been sown, with a 12-point weekly progress.
Early Corn: Optimal Conditions and Strong Technological Investment
Soil moisture and temperature conditions favored the sowing of early corn across all departments in the study area.
Fields sown so far exhibit good emergence, plant density, and vegetative development, with significant use of advanced technology driven by expectations of high yields due to timely soil moisture replenishment.
To date, 76,000 hectares have been sown, representing 80% progress and an 18-point weekly increase. The sowing intention remains at 95,000 ha, a 20% increase compared to the 2024/2025 season.
Wheat: 95% of Fields in Optimal Conditions
With 476,500 hectares sown in long, medium, and short-cycle varieties, wheat fields are experiencing excellent sanitary and productive conditions. There is an adequate plant stand and smooth progression toward flowering and fruiting stages, with low disease incidence.
Applications against rust and bacteriosis, though less frequent than in previous weeks, have proven effective based on evaluations. As a result, 95% of the fields are in good, very good, or excellent condition, while the remaining 5% are slightly fair to fair.
Soil Moisture and Outlook
Recent rainfall has allowed for a gradual recovery of available soil moisture in central and northern Santa Fe departments. Isolated waterlogging and flooding were reported in low-lying areas.
The progress of the 2025 fine crop season will depend on regional dynamics and technological investment decisions. These factors will also be critical for planning the 2025/2026 coarse crop season, in a context marked by positive expectations for the main crops.