Dry weather conditions prevailing since mid-spring have driven down yield expectations in Spain.While precipitation levels remained at good levels until mid-spring, the combination of dry and warmer weather prevailing since mid-April has dried out the soil surface. The reduction of yields is expected to be significant in East-central Spain. The Northwest grain producing areas still hold close to average yield potential. Southern regions only report small output reductions. Overall grain production is projected to be somewhat below historical average levels.
