May 24, 2026. Southeast Central Nebraska. Feeding hay while drought-affected grass tries to recover. The lack of moisture is putting significant pressure on producers in this state.
Around 62 percent of the U.S. cattle inventory is in an area experiencing drought. The latest U.S. Drought Monitor shows nearly three-quarters of the U.S. cattle herd is being affected by significant drought conditions. Many sources note current pastureland conditions are the worst and the most widespread since the last drought period in 2021-22, while beef production is projected to decline slightly in 2027.
Source: Brownfield, May 7, 2026. Link.
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