For most Hardin County farmers, the idea of coming out ahead on corn they planted this past spring was abandoned several weeks ago. Record heat and drought conditions mean pollen died that usually would allow corn to reproduce. Plants had to use so much energy protecting themselves from the heat, they could not fill their ears to satisfaction. To make up for the losses, some farmers are considering planting more winter wheat than usual.
Drought Forces Farmers to Rely on Crop Insurance
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