Weather
Dutch researchers think it’s possible to modify the weather in one of the driest regions in the world, the Sinai Peninsula, and restore a green, fertile plain by restarting the area’s water cycle.
USDA scientists are testing new cloud seeding technology to help fight drought by unlocking more rain from clouds. The key ingredients are tap water and a small electrical charge.
Unfortunately, the heat, humidity and dry conditions of early summer look to extend into the next few months.
UNL says heavy rains across the nation this week may have eased the drought conditions in the short-term, but they won’t be enough for the long run.
The combination of high temperatures and low precipitation is expanding the drought footprint across the country.
The heart of the U.S. will be the bullseye for heat and dryness, which could create a flash drought.
Drought on the mind again this summer? Many ag experts say it should be now, and next year.
Pay attention to the low-lying areas, sandier soils and no-till fields and scout soybeans to evaluate stands and determine final plant population, advises Missy Bauer, Farm Journal Field Agronomist.
We spoke with three weather experts this week to gauge when the best time is to press “start” on planting, what to expect this growing season and how you can use weather as a chess piece in your marketing plans.
The good news is some parched areas are likely to see some rainfall soon. The potential downside: some areas that don’t need rain may get some, too.
A major winter storm is barreling across the country bringing rain as far south as Texas and snow and ice stretching north to the Great Lakes.
Today is Groundhog Day, that most bizarre of all holidays. But why do we celebrate it, and why on earth do we expect a groundhog to predict the weather? You’re about to find out.
Last year was hot. It was so hot, 2021 now holds the record for the hottest ocean temperatures ever.
Meteorologist Matt Yarosewick is tracking what’s heading towards the Volunteer State.
The Plains could use some moisture, and they just might see some snow this week.
AgDay Meteorologist Matt Yarosewick is tracking a clipper system on the way for the Great Lakes.
Meteorologist Andrew Whitmyer has more on the rain and snow that continues to be welcomed news for California’s Sierra Mountains.
From droughts to hurricanes to wildfires, this year has offered a little of everything when it comes to weather.
Meteorologist Matt Engelbrecht has the latest on your weekend forecast.
Meteorologist Matt Engelbrecht says while the Great Lakes area will see snow, much of the rest of the country won’t.
Before you travel over the river and through the woods, get the latest Thanksgiving week forecast from Meteorologist Mike Hoffman.
Meteorologist Matt Yarosewick has the details on some big changes coming this weekend.
Meteorologist Mike Hoffman has an update on some warmer conditions on the way, that will then quickly give way to colder temperatures.
Meteorologist Mike Hoffman details a cold blast of air on the way this weekend for the Great Lakes.
Some portions of the country will be getting their first substantial snow of the season.
Meteorologist Matt Engelbrecht has a new look at some changes coming in the jet stream.
It’s been pretty chilly in portions of the country lately.
As the Great Plains see plunging temperatures this week, one meteorologist thinks crops in the core of the Corn Belt escaped major damage thanks to constant cloud cover. However, livestock producers may not be so lucky.