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This past week the corn crop did something it has not done since the growing season began. (Gary Crawford and USDA meteorologist, Brad Rippey)

USDA meteorologist, Brad Rippey with a look at corn crop condition ratings by state.

USDA meteorologist, Brad Rippey, with a look at corn silking by state.

USDA meteorologist, Brad Rippey, with soybean condition ratings by state.

USDA meteorologist, Brad Rippey, with the latest on the condition of the cotton crop.

USDA meteorologist, Brad Rippey, with the latest on peanut crop development and condition.

USDA meteorologist, Brad Rippey, with the latest on rice crop progress and condition.

USDA's acreage report served up some surprises for the corn and soybean markets. (Gary Crawford)

Stocks of most crops are down from a year ago. (Gary Crawford and USDA Chief Economist Seth Meyer)

One expert says USDA's surprising acreage report shows how flexible farmers can be and how they can adapt quickly to changing conditions. (Gary Crawford and USDA Chief Economist Seth Meyer)