Robinson said range conditions also vary from poor to good. But range grasses continue to decline from the lack of moisture. Galen Chandler, district Extension director in Vernon, said hot and dry conditions are being reported across the Rolling Plains. No rain has been reported for the last three weeks. Chandler said much of the cotton in dry parts of the district has reached the cut-out stage.
Aphids continue to increase in irrigated cotton.
Chandler said pasture conditions are deteriorating. Ranchers are closely monitoring tanks. Spider mites have increased. Dryland sorghum needs rain. Range grasses declining.