Reports indicate that corn has not yet reached the dough stage in 8 top states, although some outlets suggest that corn has reached this stage in a few key states. There are conflicting reports on the number of states where corn has reached the dough stage, with one outlet stating that 7 states have reported corn dough. The status of corn crops varies across different regions, with some areas experiencing hot and dry conditions and others dealing with issues like northern corn leaf blight.