Fawcett farm battles high temperatures as harvest nears

Jamie Henneman
Jul 24, 2025
Jul 24, 2025

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PLENTYWOOD, Mont. – Despite getting a small amount of rain around July 15, the Fawcett farm has been battling high temperatures in July that are causing some stress to their growing durum, flax, and other crops.

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