The U.S. Drought Monitor is jointly produced by the National Drought Mitigation Center at the University of Nebraska-Lincoln, the U.S. Department of Agriculture and the National Oceanic Atmospheric Administration. (Map courtesy of NDMC.)

Heat and spotty rains hit Plains region

An older farmer surveys part of his cowherd. (Journal photo by Jennifer Theurer.)

Peel to look at cowherd during beef on dairy webinar

University of Missouri Extension crops entomologist Ivair Valmorbida urges farmers to scout soybean fields for the presence of the soybean tentiform leafminer, a new pest found for the first time in Missouri in August. This microscopic image shows the larva, which turns into a moth that is only ¼-inch long. (Photo by Ivair Valmorbida)

New soybean pest found in Missouri

Little green plant on crack dry ground, concept drought. (Adobe Stock │ #197359617 - sawitreelyaon)

Workshops to address drought resilience

Drought Monitor map - August 5, 2025

Drought map shows more rain in the High Plains

Wind turbine and a solar panel at sunset. Sustainable energy source for smart cities. (Photo: iStock - bombermoon)

Feds cancel Grain Belt Express loan guarantee

Roundup Rodeo is in Dodge City. (Journal photo by Dave Bergmeier.)

Mistake pays off for Garrett

Journal photo by Dave Bergmeier.

Peterson stands tall in Dodge City