While areas across Nebraska have received some precipitation, much of the state remains in moderate to extreme drought. Following recommended trigger dates for necessary management changes, now is the time assess current precipitation accumulation, cool-season forage growth, and seasonal forecasts.
Season-long forecasts from the National Weather Service Climate Prediction Center (CPC) predict a high likelihood that June through August will be warmer and drier than normal conditions. Using Grass Cast, a grassland productivity…