I can see 50 miles in every direction and there is nothing moving. Today's National Weather Service forecast is for clouds, highs near 70 degrees and a 30 percent chance of rain. After predicted clearing Wednesday, clouds and showers are predicted to return Thursday. After alfalfa is cut, it typically dries in the field for about a week. The alfalfa that suffered the most damage is the stuff that was just about dry when the rain hit.
Rain bleaches out the color and nutrients.
Paul Halliday of Pasco had it marginally better than Young, with only about half of his hay cut when the rain started. You try to predict it, but you can't always. For those who guessed wrong, the rain will add to economic woes in what's projected to be another gloomy season in the hay business. Once the hay is cut, there's nothing to do but pray for sunshine. A few warm days will limit damage.