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The Rolling Plains was in desperate need of rain to replenish soil moisture and support both crops and livestock. Forecasts of potential rain have not materialized. Cattle grazing wheat were still in good condition, but most were receiving hay and supplements to bridge the gap of insufficient wheat growth. Drastic temperature swings also put stress on the wheat crop. AgriLife Today (College Station, Texas), Feb 19, 2025 The Rolling Plans experienced dry conditions and needed rain. The lack of rainfall put significant stress on the wheat crop. In addition to crop concerns, cattle diets were being supplemented with hay due to insufficient winter wheat and pasture growth for grazing. AgriLife Today (College Station, Texas), Feb 4, 2025 Farmers across the Rolling Plains reported a fair to good wheat stand. Given the late planting, very few stocker calves were turned out on wheat pastures so far. Cattle looked good, but supplemental feeding of hay and cubes was increasingly necessary as pasture grazing declined. Everyone was thankful for the snow received, but much more precipitation will be needed in the coming weeks to provide adequate topsoil moisture for wheat. AgriLife Today (College Station, Texas), Jan 22, 2025