MERCER, Mo. — The search for dry-enough fields was on in north-central Missouri during the first full week of May. After some off-and-on rains, a week of dry, warmer weather was gradually getting fields ready to go.
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North-central Missouri farmer resumes planting
After some good weather to begin planting season, a few weeks of rain provided a chance to reset and make sure equipment was working well for Gary Porter.





