Dry conditions continued across Wisconsin, even as farmers had hoped for moisture to relieve the dry conditions in the form of additional snowfall. According the USDA's monthly crop weather report, northern areas have good snow cover, but central and southern areas are still hoping for a thicker snow blanket to protect alfalfa and fall seedings.
The report noted that very little field work occurred thus far in the month, aside from isolated manure hauling. Livestock producers have been busy caring for livestock and keeping water systems functioning.
Meanwhile, there are some concerns about hay supplies. Farmers are making plans, looking into costs for fertilizer and agricultural chemicals, and getting machinery ready for spring.
The agency releases a winter crop weather summary on the first Tuesday of the month in December, January, February and March.
Categories: Wisconsin, Crops, Hay & Forage, Livestock, Weather