Trempealeau County crops battered by hail in July storm
Trempealeau County farmers faced major crop damage from a July hail storm. About 4,000 of 8,300 acres were harmed, with crop losses estimated at 76,561 dollars and machinery losses around 2,000 dollars. The weather event struck near Eleva affecting Albion and Chimney Rock townships, with two inches of rain and marble sized hail in a half hour.
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St. Croix County
Monroe County
Trempealeau County
Eleva
Albion Township
Chimney Rock Township
Andy Bourget
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Hailstorm Hits Trempealeau County Farms Causes Yield Drops
Farmers report 15 percent corn and oat reductions and 5 percent hay loss after the storm. Ten of 40 affected had major damage, 10 percent insured, with no animal losses. Agencies assess aid. plots discuss varieties, oat plots and small grains. Nearby grower notes near term recovery uncertain but two week delay anticipated.
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