Weather News
USDA meteorologist Brad Rippey says the recent heat has already produced record-breaking temperatures across parts of the northern Plains, particularly in Montana.
Forecasters say dry conditions and delayed monsoon rains are keeping fire danger elevated.
Analysts say persistent rain is slowing harvest and raising questions about other Brazilian crops later this year.
Two additional firefighters were injured as federal officials investigate the line-of-duty deaths.
Experts say crops should recover, but livestock producers should take steps to reduce heat stress.
Whether you’re wrapping up a day in the field or simply enjoying a summer evening on the porch, tonight’s Strawberry Moon offers a beautiful reminder of the changing seasons.
Higher production costs remain a challenge, but growers say recent H-2A changes provide some labor relief.
The U.S. Forest Service says heavy equipment helps crews build fire lines and support suppression efforts.
Growers say drought has created a logjam during the sweet potato transplanting season.
A Farm Bureau economist says EPA’s Hypoxia Task Force has made encouraging progress in reducing nitrogen runoff in the Mississippi River Basin, but work remains on phosphorus.