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Winter Storm Survival: A Nightmare for Livestock Producers in Western Illinois
Winter Storm Survival: A Nightmare for Livestock Producers in Western Illinois

Despite nearly 24 inches of snow, below-zero temperatures and raging winds that some people are affectionately calling “Death Storm #2,” Illinois livestock producers are finding ways to overcome the horrific conditions.

Now Is the Time to Pay Attention to the Weather Forecast: Severe Snowstorm Forecasted to Dump Multiple Feet of Snow
Now Is the Time to Pay Attention to the Weather Forecast: Severe Snowstorm Forecasted to Dump Multiple Feet of Snow

Major winter storms are on the way early next week. With the possibility of blizzard conditions to flooding in the southeast, the impact on agriculture could be two-fold: good news for drought but stress to livestock.

Harvest Update: Growers Dodge Weather to Wrap Up Final Acres
Harvest Update: Growers Dodge Weather to Wrap Up Final Acres

According to USDA’s crop progress report, 71% of corn and 85% of soybeans have been harvested so far, which is considerably ahead of the five-year average.  

Prevent Plant Concerns Heat Up As the Upper Midwest Could See the Worst Winter Storm of the Year
Prevent Plant Concerns Heat Up As the Upper Midwest Could See the Worst Winter Storm of the Year

Two to three feet of snow is forecast to fall over parts of the Northern Plains and Upper Midwest this week. Some market watchers are beginning to question if 92 million acres of corn can actually get planted this year.

Left Out in the Cold, North Dakota Farmers Don't Know When They'll Plant
Left Out in the Cold, North Dakota Farmers Don't Know When They'll Plant

A state that battled widespread drought last spring has seen a nearly 180-degree turn around with weather recently, as a steady stream of moisture is preventing North Dakota farmers from planting so far this year.

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North Dakota Rancher Braces For Crippling Blizzard That Could Be Catastrophic During Calving Season

Central North Dakota seems to be the bullseye for the blizzard, with forecasts showing that area could see more than two feet of snow, along with winds that could cause white-out conditions.

Spring Weather Outlook: Flood Risk Lower But La Nina Could Throw Curveballs
Spring Weather Outlook: Flood Risk Lower But La Nina Could Throw Curveballs

As the winter thaw nears and spring planting is on the horizon, how is the weather outlook shaping up?

‘Dangerous Cold’ Weather Conditions Are Here And Ahead
‘Dangerous Cold’ Weather Conditions Are Here And Ahead

The Northern Plains will stay dry and cold, and the Central Plains into the Ohio Valley will be hit with a parade of snow events over the next two weeks.

Weather: Northern Plains Could See Snow ‘Flakes Flying’
Weather: Northern Plains Could See Snow ‘Flakes Flying’

Some snow will still blanket areas of the United States.

Weather: Front Could Bring Thunderstorms, Snow to Great Plains
Weather: Front Could Bring Thunderstorms, Snow to Great Plains

What does the weather look like to kick off your weekend? Watch the AgDay weather segment.

AgDay Weather: Snowstorm Moves East
AgDay Weather: Snowstorm Moves East

A major cross-country winter storm is moving across the Plains and into the Midwest.

Thousands of Corn Acres Left To Harvest In North Dakota
Thousands of Corn Acres Left To Harvest In North Dakota

The weather continues to be a focus in the Northern Plains. Farmers in North Dakota saw dangerously low temperatures over the weekend. It’s one problem after the next as the state’s farmers still try to harvest corn.

More snow is coming to farmers already reeling from flood damage
Historic Snowfall Coming to Midwest and Plains States

While Midwest states still reel from recent flooding, BAMWX meteorologists say snow is on its way. Before the good weather makes way for bad, here’s what farmers should expect into the next couple weeks.