Strong Yields From Drought Stricken South Dakota

Feed supplies are in need during drought.
Feed supplies are in need during drought.
(Sara Brown)

Drought stricken areas like South Dakota are thankful as yields in some portions of the state turned out better than expected, a common theme throughout much of the Corn Belt.

South Dakota producer Brad Greenway lives on the edge of the drought, and he was pleasantly surprised with his yields.

Watch the full story on AgDay above.

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