Weather
Early-season snow, frost, or freezes across the northern Rockies, northern Plains, and interior Northwest could threaten immature crops and add stress for livestock.
In the lower Midwest, lingering warmth and humidity will support continued crop maturity where fields remain dry, though showers along passing fronts could cause brief harvest delays.
Across the South Plains, hot and mostly dry conditions should favor summer crop maturation and harvest progress. However, drought and heat will continue to pressure pastures and water supplies while challenging winter wheat establishment and livestock.
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