The featured map presents estimates of rainfall since the first of May. Most of the eastern half of the corn belt has been rather dry for the growing season. Within Iowa, a stark contrast exists between the eastern and western half of the state. The lack of rainfall during this important time of year has some folks worried about the corn and soybean crops. Unfortunately, the near term forecast does not look very promising for this area.

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