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SD Drought Task Force Activated

Published May 7, 2026

South Dakota Governor Larry Rhoden has activated the state drought task force. Representatives of the Department of Agriculture and Natural Resources, Farm Service Agency, South Dakota State University Extension, the National Weather Service and other agencies are part of the…
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Wet Feet in Pockets of Upper Midwest

Published July 9, 2025

Due to high-volume rains, standing water has been seen in the region.  "Overall, the corn crop is looking pretty good, but we have these areas that received quite a bit of rainfall around Renville, Willmar, and Fargo," says University of…
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Rippey: Dry Conditions Could Persist Across Northern Plains

Published April 10, 2025

USDA meteorologist Brad Rippey cautions that lingering drought conditions and below-average snowfall in North Dakota could create challenges for the 2025 growing season. "We are looking at soils that are fairly dry, even in some of the non-drought areas," Rippey…
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Impressive ND Corn Yields

Published November 4, 2024

Thunder Seed District Sales Manager Derek Haug says this year’s corn harvest turned out better than expected. "All of the varieties did really well. Our 92-day was in the 220s. Our 83-day was averaging over 200 (bushels) an acre; harvest…
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