Office of Agricultural Affairs (OAA) staff Brasilia visited the southern Brazilian states of Parana and Rio Grande do Sul July 14-17 to assess the impact of recent flooding on the wheat crop. In Parana, the flooding that occurred in the western part of the state did not have a major impact on the crop, which is primarily grown in the central northern and eastern portions of the state. In Rio Grande do Sul, wheat planting was delayed due to the floods. Both states are concerned about the potential of rains in September and October decreasing the quality of the harvest and low global prices.
