Drought expands in parts of the Great Plains and Midwest

Winter storm improves drought conditions

High winds lead to wildfires in Kansas, Oklahoma and Texas Panhandle

Widespread precipitation from central Rockies to Great Plains

Much needed precipitation improves conditions in Oklahoma

Recent precipitation improves conditions, but Northern Plains producers face hay shortages

Widespread improvements in Midwest and Plains; Hurricane Ida makes landfall in South

Exceptional drought noted in Minnesota for the first time, as Extreme and Exceptional drought cover large portions of Dakotas