Northern Plains drought intensifies

Jun 22, 2017
Jun 22, 2017 Updated Feb 1, 2018

US Corn Drought Map — Some areas are experiencing drought stresses on corn crops, while other areas are ok.
Courtesy US Dept. of Ag

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Extreme drought has reached parts of the Dakotas and eastern Montana, and drought or abnormally dry conditions are scattered across the Plains and Corn Belt, according to the Drought Monitor issued today.

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