West Texas Farmers Face Dire Drought

West Texas Farmers Face Dire Drought: Agriculture Statewide Impacted, Wildfire Risk Increased Farmers in Tulia, Texas, describe the situation as dire, with fields resembling deserts due to the extended dry spell. Scott Irlbeck expects minimal harvest this year. The lack of rain has forced many farmers to delay planting and cut back on fertilizers. High winds have also been a problem, drying out fields and blowing away topsoil. The impact is widespread, with over ninety percent of Texas counties experiencing drought. While some areas might see slight improvement, officials suggest it might be too late for some wheat crops. Farmers hope for relief, but are navigating challenging conditions and hoping for a better season ahead. Support the show:Get a discount at https://solipillow.com/discount/dnn. Advertise on DNN:[email protected] This is an automated, high-level news summary based on public reporting.Report issues to [email protected]. View sources & latest updates:https://sources.thednn.ai/2a19ec7a3e064ee3