WEATHER
But dry weather currently prevails in these areas.
Weekend freezes are possible as far south of the central and southern High Plains.
This will contrast with cool air in eastern and western areas of the country.
Significant rain is currently slowing planting efforts in the Upper Midwest.
USDA reports that heavy rain from southern Missouri to Indiana could lead to additional flooding and fieldwork delays.
Farmers and agriculture working to recover to devastating hurricanes in the Southeast.
Several inches of rain are expected from western Texas into Minnesota over the next five days.
In episode 9 of Corn College TV, Ken Ferrie says technology for weather monitoring has made leaps and bounds.
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