Farmers and ranchers in parts of the Midwest are coping with snow and cold temperatures following a winter storm.
Fifth-generation farmer, Glenn Brunkow spoke with RFD-TV’s own Suzanne Alexander on current conditions, the impact on livestock, and prep work before the storm.
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