Wheat freeze damage uncertain in Finney County fields
Extension crops expert Curtis Thompson reports 16 to 25 degree frosts across Tribune and Garden City. wheat jointing and boot stages raise concern as ice-filled stems suggest possible damage. He notes variable canopy protection, moisture, and cool days may influence resilience and recommends future stem slicing after a week to assess injury.
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Milk price surge looms as dairy costs rise
Analysts warn milk prices may jump about 50 cents per gallon within a month amid shrinking herds higher feed costs and a drop in growth hormone. U.S. dairy cows hit five year lows while demand/outlook push retail milk and cheese prices up. Government forecasts foresee a 4 to 6 percent rise in all dairy prices this year.
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