Severe drought across the Southeast has left pastures barren, ponds dry
and cattle producers struggling since last fall. Farmers are selling off herds
early and feeding expensive hay, and experts warn that overgrazed pastures face
lasting damage despite recent rains.
7^Deep Drought Drains SE Pastures, Crops
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Federal investment has brought high-speed internet to more parts of rural
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Recent Plains rainfall improved pasture conditions in drought-stricken
states like Colorado and Wyoming, while Nebraska remains critically dry with
79% of pasture in poor condition.
BNebraska Still Critically Dry
Nationwide, corn was 86% planted and soybean planting reached 79%. Winter
wheat conditions were rated 26% good to excellent, according to USDA NASS'
weekly Crop Progress report released on Tuesday.
BUSDA Weekly Crop Progress Report
