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Iowa Drought Improving But Still Strained | Des Moines News
Iowa’s drought situation shows some welcome improvement—with 55% of the state now free of dryness—but 45% still face stress, including 18% abnormally dry and 26% in moderate drought, especially westward. Even “abnormally dry” can hurt crops like corn, while moderate drought may cause soybeans to drop pods. This year’s conditions are actually worse than last August, when just 1% of Iowa was dry. The U.S. Drought Monitor updates weekly, offering a crucial snapshot of how things are unfolding across the state. Listen in comfort:Get a discount on a Soli Pillow: http://solipillow.com/discount/dnn…
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