Dry conditions, drought persists despite some rain events

Sue Roesler
Sep 4, 2026
4 hrs ago

Sorghum growing at Winfield United Answer Plot — Sorghum growing in mid August at the Winfield United Answer Plot in central North Dakota was doing well as it is drought tolerant. However, the yields will likely be down due to hot sun and lack of rain, along with hail.

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Light rains in mid-August are relieving dry conditions in a few areas of the state, but the U.S. Drought Monitor shows most of the state remaining in some level of drought as producers finish spring wheat and canola harvest. Soybeans, corn and sunflowers have had plenty of sun this month, but little rain.

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