The soybean harvest is beginning in Kansas.

According to the latest USDA National Agricultural Statistics Service report, 4% of the crop has been harvested, which is near average for this time of year. K-State Research and Extension Wildcat District Crop Agent James Coover says the crop is performing as expected given the area's lack of rainfall.

Around the state, soybean condition is rated 20% very poor, 27% poor, 30% fair, 20% good and 3% excellent. Soybeans dropping leaves was 53%, ahead of 38% last year and well ahead of 32% average. The crop in Oklahoma is doing somewhat better, with 45% rated in good condition.