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.)

Cooler weather and moisture story of past week

Hayden On Harvest: The World s Fastest Harvester!

May rain—without hail—welcome news

Journal photo by Dave Bergmeier.

Texas dealing with damage as a result of recent storms

Cows kept in a confined area year-round have higher labor and feed costs associated with this production system. (Photo courtesy of Kansas State University Research and Extension.)

Cattle on Feed notes myriad of challenges

Feedyard cattle need acess to fresh, clean water during their stay in the yard. In times of extreme heat, high humidity or no wind, water becomes even more critical. (Journal photo by Kylene Scott.)

High Plains cattle sales report

From left, Mark Hodges and Bradford "Brad" Seabourn were recognized for their vision and leadership by Plains Grains Inc. (Courtesy photo.)

Plains Grains Inc. elevates wheat quality and honors industry pioneers

Texas looks to ban THC, threatening hemp production