Core Viewpoint - Shandong province is experiencing significant rainfall, which is delaying the autumn harvest and affecting agricultural operations [1][7]. Weather Impact on Harvest - Rainfall on October 15 has forced a pause in the ongoing autumn harvest efforts, with further rain expected on October 17 [1]. - The average temperature is expected to drop by around 10°C due to the cold air accompanying the rain, which is unfavorable for soil moisture management [1]. Agricultural Response - The Shandong government has mobilized 31,000 drainage equipment units to address waterlogging issues in farmlands [3]. - Recommendations include using small excavators to dig drainage ditches and employing mobile pumping equipment for forced drainage [3][4]. Drying and Storage Solutions - High demand for corn drying has led to the suggestion of a "segmented drying method" to temporarily store wet grains before final drying [4]. - Local drying towers in Heze city are operating at full capacity, with some capable of processing up to 900 tons of corn daily [4]. Crop Management Strategies - With over 80% of corn harvested in five cities, the focus will shift to land preparation and sowing once weather conditions improve [7]. - Late sowing of wheat is anticipated, necessitating careful selection of high-yielding wheat varieties and adjustments in sowing rates based on soil moisture conditions [7][8]. Historical Weather Data - Since September, Shandong has recorded an average of 23.8 days of cloudy weather and 23.2 days of rainfall, significantly above historical averages [8]. - As of October 14, nearly 80% of monitoring stations reported soil moisture levels above 90%, with over 72 million acres of farmland experiencing excessive moisture [8].