KENTUCKY CROP AND WEATHER REPORT--USDA 

Listed below are the current USDA Crop & Weather Report/Kentucky Climate Summary 
AND, in addition, previous week's reports for 2004. The reports are produced in 
a joint effort by the UK Ag. Weather Center, Cooperative Extension Service 
County Agents, Farmers across the state, Kentucky Department of Agriculture, and 
the US Department of Agriculture, National Agricultural Statistics Service. 

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Kentucky Crop Weather

Kentucky Climate Summary: For the Period December 20 to 26, 2004

Much Below Normal Temperatures and Above Normal Precipitation:

"A Winter Storm of Historic proportion," as one Kentucky weather observer 
stated, dominated last week's weather in Kentucky and the Ohio Valley. An 
unusually early, and powerful winter storm dump 10 to 20 inches of snow in 
western and northern sections, one half inch of ice, sleet and snow central and 
heavy rains and flooding in eastern sections of the Commonwealth. On it's 
heel's, bitter cold arctic air dropped temperatures to near zero degrees with 
wind chill temperatures well below zero.

Temperatures for the period averaged 24 degrees across the state which was 10 
degrees below normal. High temperatures averaged from 30 in the West to 36 in 
the East. Departure from normal high temperatures ranged from 14 degrees below 
normal in the West to 7 degrees below normal in the East. Low temperatures 
averaged from 11 degrees in the West to 19 degrees in the East. Departure from 
normal low temperature ranged from 17 degrees below normal in the West to 3 
degrees below normal in the East.

Precipitation (liq. equ.) for the period totaled 1.49 inches statewide which was 
0.54 inches above normal. Precipitation totals by climate division, West 1.35 
inches, Central 2.32 inches, Bluegrass 1.53 inches and East 0.77 inches, which 
was +0.34, +1.29, +0.67 and -0.15 inches respectively from normal. By station, 
precipitation totals ranged from a low of 0.16 inches at London to a high of 
2.98 inches at Louisville. 

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Kentucky Crop Weather

Kentucky Climate Summary: For the Period December 13 to 19, 2004

Below Normal Temperatures and Below Normal Precipitation

After several weeks of above normal precipitation and temperatures across the 
state, a change occurred this week just before winter officially arrives. A cold 
front passed through as the week began bringing light snow showers and clouds. 
Winds also gusted to 30 miles per hour. High pressure settled in on Wednesday 
clearing the skies as it brought cold air from Canada into our region. South 
winds returned on Thursday bringing temperatures to near normal levels for this 
time of year. Highs were in the 40's and 50's Thursday, Friday, and Saturday. 
The warmer temperatures did not last long. A vigorous cold front arrived late 
Saturday bringing a dusting of snow to many locales, and temperatures fell back 
into the teens.

Temperatures for the period averaged 32 degrees across the state which was 4 
degrees below normal. High temperatures averaged from 40 in the West to 41 in 
the East. Departure from normal high temperatures ranged from 7 degrees below 
normal in the West to 4 degrees below normal in the East. Low temperatures 
averaged from 22 degrees in the West to 25 degrees in the East. Departure from 
normal low temperature ranged from 7 degrees below normal in the West to 1 
degree above normal in the East. The extreme high temperature for the week was 
54 degrees in Bowling Green. The extreme low temperature was 13 at Covington, 
Henderson, and Princeton.

Precipitation (liq. equ.) for the period totaled 0.01 inches statewide which was 
0.94 inches below normal. Precipitation totals by climate division, West 0.00 
inches, Central 0.01 inches, Bluegrass 0.02 inches and East 0.02 inches, which 
was 1.00, 1.02, 0.84 and 0.90 inches respectively below normal. By station, 
precipitation totals ranged from a low of 0.00 inches at Bowling Green to a high 
of 0.04 inches at Covington.

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Kentucky Crop Weather

Kentucky Climate Summary: For the Period December 6 to 12, 2004

Above Normal Temperatures and Above Normal Precipitation

The week began with a warm front moving north across Kentucky bringing clouds, 
fog, and rain. On Tuesday, winds from the southwest gusted to 45 miles per hour, 
and were sustained at 15-20 miles per hour. Warm air from the south moved into 
the area, and Jackson and London set record highs in the lower 70's. More rain 
prompted flood watches and warnings to be issued across eastern Kentucky. After 
a calm day influenced by high pressure on Wednesday, more rain and isolated 
thunderstorms moved into the area for the end of the week. Temperatures dropped 
to near normal levels over the weekend as a cold front ushered in cold air from 
Canada. Average statewide precipitation has been above normal for the past 3 
weeks. The past 8 weeks have had at or above normal temperatures statewide.

Temperatures for the period averaged 48 degrees across the state which was 10 
degrees above normal. High temperatures averaged from 53 in the West to 54 in 
the East. Departure from normal high temperatures ranged from 4 degrees above 
normal in the West to 7 degrees above normal in the East. Low temperatures 
averaged from 41 degrees in the West to 43 degrees in the East. Departure from 
normal low temperature ranged from 10 degrees above normal in the West to 17 
degrees above normal in the East. The extreme high temperature was 73 in 
Grayson. The extreme low temperature was 30 in Henderson.

Precipitation (liq. equ.) for the period totaled 1.94 inches statewide which was 
0.99 inches above normal. Precipitation totals by climate division, West 1.16 
inches, Central 2.58 inches, Bluegrass 1.65 inches and East 2.37 inches, which 
was 0.15, 1.56, 0.79 and 1.45 inches respectively above normal. By station, 
precipitation totals ranged from a low of 1.12 inches at Princeton to a high of 
3.57 inches at Somerset.

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Kentucky Crop Weather 

Kentucky Climate Summary: For the Period November 29 to December 5, 2004

Above Normal Temperatures and Above Normal Precipitation.

The week began cloudy and rainy as another low pressure system moved its way 
across the Ohio River Valley. As December began, skies began to clear as high 
pressure settled in, but winds were strong from the southwest, gusting to 25+ 
miles per hour before dying down. Overnight lows dropped below freezing for much 
of the state, and daytime highs climbed to near normal levels in the upper 40's. 
The weekend was slightly warmer as highs climbed into to the middle and upper 
50's, but clouds and rain moved into western Kentucky late Sunday night. Average 
rainfall amounts have been above normal for 8 of the past 9 weeks. Average 
temperatures have been at or above normal for the past 7 weeks.

Temperatures for the period averaged 42 degrees across the state which was 2 
degrees above normal. High temperatures averaged from 51 in the West to 50 in 
the East. Departure from normal high temperatures ranged from 2 degrees below 
normal in the West to 1 degree above normal in the East. Low temperatures 
averaged from 33 degrees in the West to 33 degrees in the East. Departure from 
normal low temperature ranged from 0 degrees from normal in the West to 5 
degrees above normal in the East. The extreme high temperature was 59 in 
Campbellsville and Glasgow. The extreme low temperature was 23 in Covington and 
Somerset.

Rainfall for the period totaled 1.43 inches statewide which was 0.49 inches 
above normal. Precipitation totals by climate division, West 1.35 inches, 
Central 1.29 inches, Bluegrass 1.30 inches and East 1.77 inches, which was 0.35, 
0.29, 0.45 and 0.87 inches respectively above normal. By station, precipitation 
totals ranged from a low of 0.48 inches at Covington to a high of 2.32 inches at 
London.

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Kentucky Crop Weather

Kentucky Climate Summary: For the Period November 22 to 28, 2004

Above Normal Temperatures and Above Normal Precipitation

The pattern of above normal temperatures and precipitation continued into 
Thanksgiving week. Rain fell on the area Tuesday and early Wednesday as a warm 
front moved across the state. Strong southerly winds brought humid, unstable air 
to the region which allowed thunderstorms to develop. Tornado watches were 
issued Wednesday afternoon, and some severe thunderstorms were reported. 
Temperatures dropped dramatically after the cold front passed and winds shifted 
to the northwest. Parts of Kentucky saw their first snow flurries of the year on 
Thanksgiving day. More cold rain moved across parts of the state on Saturday 
before drier and clearer conditions returned on Sunday. This is the 6th 
consecutive week where average temperatures have been at or above normal. Six of 
the past seven weeks have had above average precipitation amounts.

Temperatures for the period averaged 48 degrees across the state which was 5 
degrees above normal. High temperatures averaged from 54 in the West to 55 in 
the East. Departure from normal high temperatures ranged from 1 degree below 
normal in the West to 2 degrees above normal in the East. Low temperatures 
averaged from 41 degrees in the West to 42 degrees in the East. Departure from 
normal low temperature ranged from 6 degrees above normal in the West to 11 
degrees above normal in the East. The extreme high temperature was 69 in Bowling 
Green. The extreme low temperature was 26 in London.

Rainfall for the period totaled 1.07 inches statewide which was 0.15 inches 
above normal. Precipitation totals by climate division, West 1.17 inches, 
Central 1.33 inches, Bluegrass 0.96 inches and East 0.80 inches, which was 
+0.18, +0.37, +0.13 and -0.08 inches respectively from normal. By station, 
precipitation totals ranged from a low of 0.64 inches at Covington to a high of 
1.69 inches at Hardinsburg.

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Kentucky Crop Weather

Kentucky Climate Summary: For the Period November 15 to 21, 2004

Above Normal Temperatures and Below Normal Precipitation

Monday was the only sunny day this past week. Clouds moved in on Tuesday and 
lingered around all week with peeks of sunshine few and far between. Despite the 
fog, clouds, and scattered rain showers, the average precipitation across the 
state was about a quarter of an inch below normal. Temperatures remained mild 
all week due to the jet stream sitting north of Kentucky. Lows generally were in 
the lower 50's. Highs were in the 60's for the most part. This is the 5th week 
where average temperatures have been at or above normal. Four out of the past 5 
weeks have had average temperatures more than 6 degrees above normal. The below 
average precipitation this week breaks a 5 week string of above normal 
precipitation amounts.

Temperatures for the period averaged 53 degrees across the state which was 8 
degrees above normal. High temperatures averaged from 61 in the West to 60 in 
the East. Departure from normal high temperatures ranged from 2 degrees above 
normal in the West to 5 degrees above normal in the East. Low temperatures 
averaged from 47 degrees in the West to 47 degrees in the East. Departure from 
normal low temperature ranged from 10 degrees above normal in the West to 14 
degrees above normal in the East. The extreme high temperature was 71 at Paducah.
The extreme low temperature was 28 in Somerset.

Rainfall for the period totaled 0.65 inches statewide which was 0.27 inches 
below normal. Precipitation totals by climate division, West 0.59 inches, 
Central 0.66 inches, Bluegrass 0.81 inches and East 0.53 inches, which was 0.40, 
0.30, 0.02 and 0.36 inches respectively below normal. By station, precipitation 
totals ranged from a low of 0.19 inches at Bowling Green to a high of 1.29 
inches at Louisville.

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Kentucky Crop Weather
Issued 4:00 P.M., November 15, 2004 
MJH 34-04

AGRICULTURAL NEWS: Early week clear skies and light winds helped farmers harvest 
their corn and soybean crops. Rainfall on Thursday provided moisture that was 
beneficial for tobacco stripping. By week’s end, farmers were again harvesting 
fall crops. In addition to harvesting corn and soybeans and stripping tobacco 
farmers were busy sowing their winter wheat as soil conditions permitted. 
Topsoil moisture as of Friday, November 12, was 1 percent short, 59 percent 
adequate and 40 percent surplus. Subsoil moisture was 4 percent short, 68 
percent adequate and 28 percent surplus. Days suitable for field work was 3.9 
out of a possible seven days.

TOBACCO: As of Sunday, November 14, the burley tobacco was 50 percent stripped. 
This compared to 47 percent the previous year and 49 percent for the five-year 
average. Favorable humidity bolstered by a wet Thursday enabled stripping to 
continue. Most farmers expect to make their production quota. Farmers reported 
that their stripped tobacco is tending to weigh lighter than previously expected 
when the crop was housed. Quality has been reported as mostly good. Burley 
tobacco yield was last estimated as of October 1 at 2,000 pounds. This estimate 
was carried forward to November 1. Condition of the stripped tobacco was 
reported as 1 percent very poor, 5 percent poor, 28 percent fair, 48 percent 
good and 18 percent excellent.

CORN AND SOYBEANS: Corn harvest was virtually complete with 99 percent of the 
crop harvested on November 14. This compared to 98 percent for the 2003 crop and 
99 percent for the five-year average. Corn yield as of November 1 was estimated 
at 150 bushels, a record high. Farmers reported a good to excellent corn crop 
with good quality. Soybean harvest was 78 percent complete compared to 89 
percent last year at this time and 90 percent for the five-year average. Yields 
have been good to excellent with good quality. Quality of beans still in the 
field has started to suffer due to slowed harvesting this fall. The soybean 
yield as of November 1 was estimated at 42 bushels per acre, 1.5 bushels below 
the record yield of 2003.

OTHER CROPS: Winter wheat seeding was 67 percent complete as of November 14. 
This compared to 95 percent last year and the five-year average of 91 percent. 
Farmers have been actively sowing their wheat as the grain harvest and soil 
conditions permit. The emerged crop was 1 percent very poor, 1 percent poor, 17 
percent fair, 61 percent good and 20 percent excellent. Warm temperatures and 
good soil moisture have been favorable for germination of the crop. There is 
some concern that of the emerged crop may be to tall going into winter. Pastures 
have provided good grazing since rains greened up pastures in mid-October. 
Condition of pastures were rated as 1 percent very poor, 5 percent poor, 25 
percent fair, 57 percent good and 12 percent excellent. Livestock were reported 
to be in good to excellent condition going into winter.

Kentucky Climate Summary: For the Period November 8 to 14, 2004

Near Normal Temperatures and Above Normal Precipitation

The week began with high pressure in control keeping the skies clear and the 
winds light. Temperatures also dropped below freezing for several stations 
across the state prompting frost and freeze advisories. On Wednesday, 
temperatures warmed into the middle 60's during the day as southerly winds 
brought warm air into the region. Clouds began to filter in late Wednesday ahead 
of a storm system in the Central Plains. Clouds and rain lasted into Friday. 
Most areas saw about an inch of rain. After the cold front passed, temperatures 
dropped and winds gusted from the north as much as 25 miles per hour. The 
weekend was dry and cool as high pressure returned to the area. Statewide 
average precipitation has been above normal for the past 5 weeks.  

Temperatures for the period averaged 48 degrees across the state which was near 
normal. High temperatures averaged from 60 in the West to 58 in the East. 
Departure from normal high temperatures ranged from 2 degrees below normal in 
the West to 0 degrees from normal in the East. Low temperatures averaged from 39 
degrees in the West to 37 degrees in the East. Departure from normal low 
temperature ranged from 1 degree below normal in the West to 1 degree above 
normal in the East. The extreme high temperature was 71 in Glasgow and 
Princeton. The extreme low temperature was 28 in Grayson.

Rainfall for the period totaled 1.24 inches statewide which was 0.32 inches 
above normal. Precipitation totals by climate division, West 1.21 inches, 
Central 1.59 inches, Bluegrass 1.22 inches and East 0.95 inches, which was 0.21, 
0.62, 0.39 and 0.07 inches respectively above normal. By station, precipitation 
totals ranged from a low of 0.55 inches at Princeton and Jackson to a high of 
2.15 inches at Louisville.

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Kentucky Crop Weather
Issued 4:00 P.M., November 8, 2004
SKB 33-04

AGRICULTURAL NEWS: Temperatures across the State averaged 57 degrees, 7 degrees 
above normal for this time of year. Rainfall across the State totaled 2.04 
inches which was 1.12 inches above normal. Days suitable for fieldwork averaged 
2.3 out of a possible seven days with most occurring over the weekend due to wet 
weather for most of the week. As of Friday, November 5, topsoil moisture was 
rated 2 percent short, 53 percent adequate, and 45 percent surplus. Subsoil 
moisture was rated 6 percent short, 62 percent adequate and 32 percent surplus. 
Main farming activities for the week included stripping of tobacco, limited corn 
and soybean harvesting, and fall seeding of wheat.

TOBACCO: Producers reported that the warm, wet weather has continued to bring 
their tobacco into case and allowed them to strip their tobacco. Some producers 
need drier weather for the tobacco to finish with good quality. Reports indicate 
that most producers will make their quota. As of Friday, November 5, housed 
tobacco condition was 4 percent poor, 26 percent fair, 53 percent good, and 17 
percent excellent. The burley crop already stripped was 47 percent, well ahead 
of last year’s 34 percent and the five year average of 38 percent.

CORN AND SOYBEANS: The fourth consecutive week of above normal precipitation has 
continued to delay corn and soybean harvesting. As of Sunday, November 7, corn 
harvest was 97 percent complete, ahead of last year’s 96 percent but slightly 
behind the five year average of 98 percent. Soybean harvest was 61 percent 
complete, behind last year’s 80 percent and behind the five year average of 83 
percent.

WHEAT: Seeding of the 2005 wheat crop picked up pace this past weekend, but 
remains well behind last year and the five year average. As of Sunday, November 
7, 52 percent of the wheat had been seeded compared to 88 percent for last year 
and 83 percent for the five year average. As of Friday, November 5, fall wheat 
condition was reported at 1 percent poor, 23 percent fair, 55 percent good, and 
21 percent excellent. Some producers report the wheat that has been seeded has 
grown too much and may not make it through the winter.

OTHER CROPS: Range and pasture condition was reported at 1 percent very poor, 6 
percent poor, 25 percent fair, 53 percent good, and 15 percent excellent. Some 
producers report that livestock have tore up pastures due to the wet conditions.

Kentucky Climate Summary: For the Period November 1 to 7, 2004

Above Normal Temperatures and Above Normal Precipitation

Monday began wet and cloudy as a warm front moved north across the state. Strong 
southerly winds brought warm air to the region keeping temperatures well above 
normal. By Tuesday and Wednesday, the cold front associated with the low 
pressure system began to slowly push across the state. Areas ahead of the front 
had warm temperatures and gusty southerly winds. Jackson set a record high of 82 
on Tuesday. Behind the front, winds shifted to the northwest, and temperatures 
were more fall-like. Skies began to clear on Thursday. With the exception of 
gusty winds on Saturday, the weekend was near perfect with high temperatures 
some 10 to 15 degrees above normal. This is the 3rd and 4th consecutive weeks of 
above normal temperatures and precipitation, respectively.

Temperatures for the period averaged 57 degrees across the state which was 7 
degrees above normal. High temperatures averaged from 66 in the West to 68 in 
the East. Departure from normal high temperatures ranged from 2 degrees above 
normal in the West to 7 degrees above normal in the East. Low temperatures 
averaged from 48 degrees in the West to 49 degrees in the East. Departure from 
normal low temperature ranged from 6 degrees above normal in the West to 11 
degrees above normal in the East. The extreme high temperature was 84 in 
Glasgow. The extreme low temperature was 32 at Paducah.

Rainfall for the period totaled 2.04 inches statewide which was 1.12 inches 
above normal. Precipitation totals by climate division, West 2.32 inches, 
Central 2.07 inches, Bluegrass 2.04 inches and East 1.72 inches, which was 1.32, 
1.11, 1.21 and 0.83 inches respectively above normal. By station, precipitation 
totals ranged from a low of 0.92 inches at Glasgow to a high of 3.36 inches at 
Hardinsburg.

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Kentucky Crop Weather
Issued 4:00 P.M., November 1, 2004
SKB 32-04

AGRICULTURAL NEWS: Temperatures across the State averaged 66 degrees, 12 degrees 
above normal for this time of year. Rainfall across the State totaled 1.0 inches 
which was 0.34 inches above normal. Days suitable for fieldwork averaged 2.5 out 
of a possible seven days with limited fall combining and winter wheat seeding 
due to wet conditions. As of Friday, October 29, topsoil moisture was rated 1 
percent very short, 2 percent short, 69 percent adequate, and 28 percent 
surplus. Subsoil moisture was rated 1 percent very short, 9 percent short, 76 
percent adequate and 14 percent surplus. Main farming activities for the week 
included stripping of tobacco, limited corn and soybean harvesting, and fall 
seeding of wheat.

TOBACCO: Producers reported that the wet weather has continued to bring their 
tobacco into case and allowed them to strip their tobacco in most areas. As of 
Friday, October 29, housed tobacco condition was 1 percent very poor, 4 percent 
poor, 20 percent fair, 57 percent good, and 18 percent excellent. The burley 
crop already stripped was 33 percent, ahead of last year’s 26 percent and the 
five year average of 29 percent.

CORN AND SOYBEANS: The continued wet weather this past week slowed corn and 
soybean harvesting for a second week. Farmers still report mostly good to 
excellent corn and soybean yields and quality. As of Sunday, October 31, corn 
harvested was 95 percent complete, ahead of last year’s 93 percent but slightly 
behind the five year average of 96 percent. Soybean harvest was 56 percent 
complete, behind last year’s 66 percent and behind the five year average of 73 
percent.

WHEAT: The continued rainfall and muddy field conditions have delayed seeding of 
the 2005 wheat crop. As of Sunday, October 31, 43 percent of the wheat had been 
seeded, behind 76 percent for last year and 74 percent for the five year 
average. As of Friday, October 29, fall wheat condition was reported at 1 
percent very poor, 1 percent poor, 18 percent fair, 62 percent good, and 18 
percent excellent. Producers report that the wheat that has been seeded is 
germinating well.

OTHER CROPS: Range and pasture condition was reported at 1 percent very poor, 9 
percent poor, 32 percent fair, 48 percent good, and 10 percent excellent. The 
continued moisture has allowed many producers to leave their livestock out on 
pasture longer than usual.

Kentucky Climate Summary: For the Period October 25 to 31, 2004

Above Normal Temperatures and Above Normal Precipitation

The week began on a bright note as high pressure was in control. Highs on Monday 
were in the 70's and 80's with Paducah setting a record high of 83. Clouds, fog, 
and rain moved in across the state for the majority of the week due to a stalled 
warm front. By Friday the front moved north of Kentucky. Brisk southwesterly 
winds brought unseasonably warm air to the region. Lows on Friday morning were 
in the middle to upper 60's, which were nearly 20 degrees above normal. A cold 
front swept across the state early Saturday bringing one more batch of showers 
for the week. Temperatures returned to near normal level by Sunday as more 
clouds rolled in ahead of the next weather system. This is the third consecutive 
week of above normal precipitation. It is the second for above normal 
temperatures.

Temperatures for the period averaged 66 degrees across the state which was 12 
degrees above normal. High temperatures averaged from 76 in the West to 74 in 
the East. Departure from normal high temperatures ranged from 9 degrees above 
normal in the West to 11 degrees above normal in the East. Low temperatures 
averaged from 58 degrees in the West to 57 degrees in the East. Departure from 
normal low temperature ranged from 14 degrees above normal in the West to 16 
degrees above normal in the East. The extreme high temperature was 83 in 
Glasgow, Henderson, Paducah, and Princeton. The extreme low temperature was 42 
in Covington.

Rainfall for the period totaled 1.00 inches statewide which was 0.34 inches 
above normal. Precipitation totals by climate division, West 1.12 inches, 
Central 0.87 inches, Bluegrass 1.10 inches and East 0.91 inches, which was 0.43, 
0.21, 0.48 and 0.24 inches respectively above normal. By station, precipitation 
totals ranged from a low of 0.33 inches at Bowling Green to a high of 2.09 
inches at Jackson.

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Kentucky Crop Weather
Issued 4:00 P.M., October 25, 2004
SKB 31-04

AGRICULTURAL NEWS: Temperatures across the State averaged 62 degrees, 6 degrees 
above normal for this time of year. Rainfall across the State totaled 2.61 
inches which was 1.95 inches above normal. Days suitable for fieldwork averaged 
2.1 out of a possible seven days with fall combining and winter wheat seeding 
limited by wet conditions. As of Friday, October 22, topsoil moisture was rated 
1 percent very short, 6 percent short, 63 percent adequate, and 30 percent 
surplus. Subsoil moisture was rated 2 percent very short, 12 percent short, 68 
percent adequate and 18 percent surplus. Main farming activities for the week 
included stripping of tobacco, corn and soybean harvesting, and fall seeding of 
wheat.

TOBACCO: Producers reported that the wet weather brought their tobacco into case 
and allowed them to strip their tobacco in most areas. As of Friday, October 22, 
housed tobacco condition was 3 percent poor, 23 percent fair, 58 percent good, 
and 16 percent excellent. The burley crop already stripped was 23 percent, ahead 
of last year’s 19 percent and the five year average of 21 percent.

CORN AND SOYBEANS: The continued rainfall this past week slowed corn and soybean 
harvesting. Farmers still report mostly good to excellent corn and soybean 
yields and quality. As of Sunday, October 24, corn harvested was 92 percent 
complete, ahead of last year’s 87 percent and on par with the five year average. 
Soybean harvest was 53 percent complete, slightly ahead of last year’s 52 
percent but behind the five year average of 58 percent.

WHEAT: The continued wet weather and muddy field conditions has delayed seeding 
of the 2005 wheat crop. As of Sunday, October 24, 40 percent of the wheat had 
been seeded, behind 57 percent for last year and 58 percent for the five year 
average. As of Friday, October 22, fall wheat condition was reported at 1 
percent very poor, 1 percent poor, 28 percent fair, 44 percent good, and 26 
percent excellent.

OTHER CROPS: Farmers reported that the local hay supply will be adequate for 
this winter’s feeding, but that the quality varies greatly and is generally 
average. Range and pasture condition was reported at 3 percent very poor, 10 
percent poor, 31 percent fair, 47 percent good, and 9 percent excellent. The 
return of moisture has caused pastures to green back up. Farmers reported that 
livestock are in mostly good condition and are staying out on pasture longer 
than in recent years.

Kentucky Climate Summary: For the Period October 18 to 24, 2004

Above Normal Temperatures and Above Normal Precipitation

Conditions were warm and wet for the third week of October. A strong low 
pressure system brought rain and thunderstorms to the region on Monday. A 
stalled front across the state kept conditions humid allowing for widespread 
dense fog to develop during the overnight hours and low clouds to persist during 
the day. The clouds kept temperatures warm at night with lows regularly in the 
upper 50's and lower 60's. After some breaking of the clouds on Friday, another 
front moved through bringing rain for the beginning of the weekend. High 
pressure settled in across Kentucky on Sunday allowing for clear skies to 
prevail. This is the second week of above normal precipitation.

Temperatures for the period averaged 62 degrees across the state which was 6 
degrees above normal. High temperatures averaged from 71 in the West to 69 in 
the East. Departure from normal high temperatures ranged from 2 degrees above 
normal in the West to 3 degrees above normal in the East. Low temperatures 
averaged from 56 degrees in the West to 55 degrees in the East. Departure from 
normal low temperature ranged from 9 degrees above normal in the West to 11 
degrees above normal in the East. The extreme high temperature was 80 in Paducah 
and Princeton. The extreme low temperature was 38 in Hardinsburg and Somerset.

Rainfall for the period totaled 2.61 inches statewide which was 1.95 inches 
above normal. Precipitation totals by climate division, West 2.10 inches, 
Central 3.14 inches, Bluegrass 3.39 inches and East 1.80 inches, which was 1.41, 
2.48, 2.76 and 1.13 inches respectively above normal. By station, precipitation 
totals ranged from a low of 1.22 inches at Berea to a high of 5.94 inches at 
Louisville.

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Kentucky Crop Weather
Issued 4:00 P.M., October 18, 2004 
JOC 30-04

AGRICULTURAL NEWS: Temperatures across the State averaged 55 degrees, 4 degrees 
below normal for this time of year. Rainfall across the State totaled 1.39 
inches which was .73 inches above normal. Days suitable for fieldwork averaged 
3.1 out of a possible seven days. As of Friday, October 15, topsoil moisture was 
rated 3 percent very short, 18 percent short, 71 percent adequate, and 8 percent 
surplus. Subsoil moisture was rated 6 percent very short, 33 percent short, 57 
percent adequate and 4 percent surplus. Main farming activities for the week 
included corn and soybean harvesting, stripping of tobacco, and fall seeding of 
wheat.

TOBACCO: Producers reported rainfall bringing tobacco into case. This allowed 
them to resume stripping their tobacco. As of Friday, October 15, housed tobacco 
condition was 1 percent very poor, 6 percent poor, 17 percent fair, 56 percent 
good, and 20 percent excellent. The burley crop already stripped was 16 percent, 
ahead of last year’s 12 percent and the five year average of 15 percent.

CORN AND SOYBEANS: Rainfall this past week slowed corn and soybean harvesting 
for the first time. Farmers still report mostly good to excellent corn and 
soybean yields and quality. Corn harvested was 88 percent, ahead of last year’s 
81 percent while behind the five year average of 89 percent. As of Sunday, 
October 17, 93 percent of the soybean crop was dropping leaves, compared with 99 
percent last year and 97 percent for the five year average. Soybean harvest 
reached 45 percent complete, ahead of last year’s 31 percent and equal to the 
five year average. The soybean crop condition was 2 percent very poor, 5 percent 
poor, 16 percent fair, 41 percent good, and 36 percent excellent.

OTHER CROPS: Farmers reported very little cutting of hay and clipping of 
pastures with the dry weather prior to last week. Range and pasture condition 
was reported at 6 percent very poor, 14 percent poor, 32 percent fair, 37 
percent good, and 11 percent excellent. Wheat seeding for the 2005 crop was 25 
percent complete, behind 33 percent for last year and the five year average. 
Farmers are waiting for the ground to dry following recent rains before starting 
again to seed winter wheat.

Kentucky Climate Summary: For the Period October 11 to 17, 2004

Below Normal Temperatures and Above Normal Precipitation

Clouds and rain during the week kept temperatures below normal and precipitation 
above normal. The first batch of rain was a result of the remnants of tropical 
storm Matthew. After a brief respite late in the week, clouds and rain returned 
to the area again on Friday. Winds were breezy with gusts greater than 30 miles 
per hour. Sunny and cool weather ended the week. This is the third consecutive 
week where temperatures have been at or below normal. This is the first week 
since the middle of September that the average precipitation has been above 
normal.

Temperatures for the period averaged 55 degrees across the state which was 4 
degrees below normal. High temperatures averaged from 63 in the West to 62 in 
the East. Departure from normal high temperatures ranged from 9 degrees below 
normal in the West to 6 degrees below normal in the East. Low temperatures 
averaged from 47 degrees in the West to 47 degrees in the East. Departure from 
normal low temperature ranged from 3 degrees below normal in the West to 1 
degree above normal in the East. The extreme high temperature was 75 degrees in 
Henderson, Jackson, Paducah, and Princeton. The extreme low temperature was 33 
degrees in London.

Rainfall for the period totaled 1.40 inches statewide which was 0.74 inches 
above normal. Precipitation totals by climate division, West 1.61 inches, 
Central 1.59 inches, Bluegrass 1.51 inches and East 0.89 inches, which was 0.92, 
0.93, 0.88 and 0.22 inches respectively above normal. By station, precipitation 
totals ranged from a low of 0.52 inches at Grayson to a high of 2.49 inches at 
Somerset. 

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Kentucky Crop Weather
Issued 4:00 P.M., October 12, 2004
JOC 29-04

AGRICULTURAL NEWS: Temperatures across the State averaged 61 degrees, normal for 
this time of year. There was no rainfall across the State which was 0.66 inches 
below normal. Days suitable for fieldwork averaged 6.5 out of a possible seven 
days. As of Friday, October 8, topsoil moisture was rated 29 percent very short, 
39 percent short, 31 percent adequate, and 1 percent surplus. Subsoil moisture 
was rated 21 percent very short, 34 percent short, 43 percent adequate and 2 
percent surplus.

TOBACCO: Producers report that the lack of rain and resulting low humidity is 
not bringing tobacco into case for stripping. As of Friday, October 8, housed 
tobacco condition was 1 percent very poor, 4 percent poor, 17 percent fair, 54 
percent good, and 24 percent excellent. The burley crop was 58 percent not ready 
for stripping, ready for stripping was 32 percent, and already stripped was 10 
percent.

CORN AND SOYBEANS: Farmers are still reporting mostly good to excellent yields 
and quality. The dry weather has some farmers harvesting corn with a moisture 
content of less than 15 percent. Corn harvested was 83 percent, ahead of last 
year’s 74 percent and behind the five year average of 84 percent. The soybean 
crop condition was 2 percent very poor, 10 percent poor, 24 percent fair, 41 
percent good, and 23 percent excellent. As of Sunday, October 10, 87 percent of 
the soybean crop was dropping leaves, compared with 98 percent last year and 91 
percent for the 5 year average. Soybean harvest had reached 37 percent complete, 
ahead of last year’s 22 percent and 31 percent for the five year average. Pod 
fill may have been limited in some late planted soybeans due to the recent dry 
weather.

OTHER CROPS: Farmers are reporting very little cutting of hay and clipping of 
pastures with the recent dry weather causing some to go dormant. Range and 
pasture condition was reported at 12 percent very poor, 14 percent poor, 28 
percent fair, 35 percent good, and 11 percent excellent. Wheat seeding for the 
2004 crop was 18 percent complete, ahead of 16 percent for last year and equal 
to the 5 year average. Some farmers are holding off and hoping for rain before 
seeding winter wheat.

Kentucky Climate Summary: For the Period October 4 to 10, 2004

Near Normal Temperatures and Below Normal Precipitation

High pressure dominated the majority of the week across the state keeping 
temperatures cool at night, but mild during the day. A cold front began to 
approach western Kentucky on Thursday and Friday bringing clouds to the area, 
but the front stalled keeping the rain to the west of the state. The dry weather 
continued through the weekend. This is the third consecutive week where average 
rainfall has been below normal. 

Temperatures for the period averaged 61 degrees across the state which was 0 
degrees from normal. High temperatures averaged from 77 in the West to 73 in the 
East. Departure from normal high temperatures ranged from 2 degrees above normal 
in the West to 2 degrees above normal in the East. Low temperatures averaged 
from 48 degrees in the West to 47 degrees in the East. Departure from normal low 
temperature ranged from 4 degrees below normal in the West to 2 degrees below 
normal in the East. The extreme high temperature was 86 in Paducah. The extreme
low temperature was 35 in Henderson.

Rainfall for the period totaled 0.00 inches statewide which was 0.66 inches 
below normal. Precipitation totals by climate division, West 0.00 inches, 
Central 0.00 inches, Bluegrass 0.00 inches and East 0.00 inches, which was 0.69, 
0.66, 0.63 and 0.67 inches respectively below normal. By station, precipitation 
totals ranged from a low of 0.00 inches at Bardstown to a high of 0.01 inches at 
Somerset.

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Kentucky Crop Weather
Issued 4:00 P.M., October 4, 2004
JOC 28-04

AGRICULTURAL NEWS: The last week of September brought mostly clear skies and 
slightly below normal temperatures throughout the State. Days suitable for 
fieldwork averaged 6.4 out of a possible seven days. Temperatures across the 
State averaged 63 degrees, 1 degree below normal. Precipitation for the period 
totaled 0.14 inches statewide which was 0.61 inches below normal. As of Friday, 
October 1, topsoil moisture was rated 20 percent very short, 32 percent short, 
44 percent adequate, and 4 percent surplus. Subsoil moisture was rated 16 
percent very short, 29 percent short, 49 percent adequate and 6 percent surplus. 
Main farming activities for the week included corn and soybean harvesting, 
tobacco cutting and housing, fall seeding of pasture and hay, and fall tillage 
for wheat.

TOBACCO: Producers report tobacco curing as mostly good to excellent throughout 
the State this week. As of Friday, October 1, housed tobacco condition was 1 
percent very poor, 4 percent poor, 16 percent fair, 56 percent good, and 23 
percent excellent. The burley crop was 95 percent cut, ahead of last year’s 92 
percent and one percent below the 5 year average. Burley tobacco not ready for 
stripping was 69 percent, ready for stripping was 24 percent, and already 
stripped was 7 percent. Dark tobacco was 96 percent cut, compared to 93 percent 
last year and 97 percent for the 5 year average.

CORN AND SOYBEANS: Farmers are still reporting mostly good to excellent yields 
and quality. Ninety-five percent of the corn crop was mature, equal to last year 
and 3 percent behind the 5 year average. Corn harvested was 69 percent, ahead of 
last year’s 61 percent and behind a five year average of 73 percent. The soybean 
crop condition was 1 percent very poor, 10 percent poor, 18 percent fair, 40 
percent good, and 31 percent excellent. As of Sunday, October 3, 77 percent of 
the soybean crop was dropping leaves, compared with 89 percent last year and 81 
percent for the 5 year average. Soybean harvest had reached 22 percent complete, 
ahead of last year’s 11 percent and 21 percent for the five year average. Eighty 
percent of the crop was reported safe from frost.

OTHER CROPS: Farmers continued to cut hay and clip pastures in some areas of the 
State this week. Range and pasture condition was reported at 6 percent very 
poor, 14 percent poor, 28 percent fair, 39 percent good, and 13 percent 
excellent. Predominantly dry conditions across the State have halted pasture 
growth. Wheat seeding for the 2004 crop was 9 percent complete, ahead of 7 
percent for last year and behind 11 percent for the 5 year average. Farmers were 
also busy seeding pastures and preparing harvested corn fields for fall small 
grains.

Kentucky Climate Summary: For the Period September 27 to October 3, 2004

Below Normal Temperatures and Below Normal Precipitation

It was another dry week across the state. On Tuesday, extreme eastern Kentucky
got some light showers as tropical system Jeanne skirted by. The weather was nice
and cool through the week. Late Friday and into Saturday afternoon a cold front
crossed the state bringing clouds and light rain showers. Temperatures cooled behind
the front with lows dropping into the middle 30's in western locations. The weekend
ended on a nice note with celar skies and mild temperatures. This is the second
consecutive week with below normal precipitation.

Temperatures for the period averaged 63 degrees across the state which was 1 
degree below normal. High temperatures averaged from 76 in the West to 73 in the 
East. Departure from normal high temperatures ranged from 1 degree below normal 
in the West to 1 degree below normal in the East. Low temperatures averaged from 
48 degrees in the West to 54 degrees in the East. Departure from normal low 
temperature ranged from 6 degrees below normal in the West to 3 degrees above 
normal in the East. The extreme high temperature was 84 in Paducah. The 
extreme low temperature was 34 in Henderson.

Rainfall for the period totaled 0.14 inches statewide which was 0.61 inches 
below normal. Precipitation totals by climate division, West 0.02 inches, 
Central 0.10 inches, Bluegrass 0.17 inches and East 0.27 inches, which was 0.75, 
0.67, 0.54 and 0.47 inches respectively below normal. By station, precipitation 
totals ranged from a low of 0.00 inches at Henderson and Princeton to a high of 
0.45 inches at Jackson.

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Kentucky Crop Weather
Issued 4:00 P.M., September 27, 2004
JAO 27-04

AGRICULTURAL NEWS: The fourth week of September brought mostly clear skies and 
slightly above normal temperatures throughout most of the State. Days suitable 
for fieldwork averaged 6.0 out of a possible seven days. Temperatures across the 
State averaged 68 degrees, 3 degrees above normal. Precipitation for the period 
totaled 0.00 inches statewide which was 0.80 inches below normal. As of Friday, 
September 24, topsoil moisture was rated 12 percent very short, 23 percent 
short, 51 percent adequate, and 14 percent surplus. Subsoil moisture was rated 
11 percent very short, 17 percent short, 59 percent adequate and 13 percent 
surplus. Main farming activities for the week included tobacco cutting and 
housing, corn and soybean harvesting, cattle feeding, fall seeding of pasture 
and hay, and fall tillage for wheat.

TOBACCO: Producers report tobacco curing as mostly good to excellent throughout 
the State this week. Drier weather with morning fog in Western Kentucky has 
helped curing and also provided good stripping conditions. Blue mold damage is 
still prevalent but only severe in scattered parts of the State. Housed tobacco 
is curing well with very slight houseburn. As of Friday, September 24, housed 
tobacco condition was 1 percent very poor, 4 percent poor, 17 percent fair, 56 
percent good, and 22 percent excellent. The burley crop was 93 percent cut, well 
ahead of last year’s 81 percent and 2 percent ahead the 5 year average. Dark 
tobacco was 92 percent cut, compared to 86 percent last year and equal to the 5 
year average.

CORN: Corn harvest was in full swing this week with farmers still reporting 
mostly good to excellent yields and quality. Warmer temperatures continued to 
contribute to the dry down rate for corn. Only slight water damage and ear rot 
have been reported. Ninety-two percent of the corn crop was mature, 1 percent 
behind last year and 4 percent behind the 5 year average. Corn harvesting had 
reached 56 percent complete, compared to 49 percent last year and 62 percent for 
the 5 year average.

SOYBEANS: Soybean harvest progressed this week with producers reporting mostly 
good to excellent yields for early planted beans. Rainfall and moisture in the 
east has improved double crop bean conditions. Only a few producers have 
reported disease problems. Soybean crop condition was 1 percent very poor, 4 
percent poor, 15 percent fair, 46 percent good, and 34 percent excellent. As of 
Sunday, September 26, 75 percent of the soybean crop were dropping leaves, 
compared with 59 percent last year and 65 percent for the 5 year average. 
Soybean harvest had reached 11 percent complete, ahead of last year’s 4 percent 
and equal to the five year average.

OTHER CROPS: Farmers continued to cut hay and clip pastures in most areas of the 
State this week. Hay and roughage supplies were reported as excellent due to the 
ideal curing and baling conditions. Range and pasture condition was reported at 
2 percent very poor, 11 percent poor, 24 percent fair, 44 percent good, and 19 
percent excellent. Farmers were also busy seeding pastures and preparing 
harvested corn fields for fall small grains.

Kentucky Climate Summary: For the Period September 20 to 26, 2004

Above Normal Temperatures and Below Normal Precipitation

Little to no rain fell across the Commonwealth this week. A large ridge of high 
pressure settled over the east coast keeping skies mostly clear. Temperatures 
were cooler during the beginning of the week when lows fell into the 40's and 
highs stayed in the 70's. Temperatures warmed into the middle and upper 80's by 
midweek. On Friday, moisture streaming north from the Gulf of Mexico and a front 
approaching from the west triggered some light rain across extreme western 
Kentucky. The remainder of the weekend was spent under mostly sunny skies and 
mild temperatures. This is the 5th consecutive week of above normal 
temperatures.

Temperatures for the period averaged 68 degrees across the state which was 3 
degrees above normal. High temperatures averaged from 83 in the West to 81 in 
the East. Departure from normal high temperatures ranged from 4 degrees above 
normal in the West to 6 degrees above normal in the East. Low temperatures 
averaged from 54 degrees in the West to 54 degrees in the East. Departure from 
normal low temperature ranged from 2 degrees below normal in the West to 0 
degrees from normal in the East. The extreme high temperature was 88 in 
Covington and Louisville. The extreme low temperature was 46 at Grayson, London, 
and Somerset.

Rainfall for the period totaled 0.00 inches statewide which was 
0.80 inches below normal. Precipitation totals by climate division, West 0.00 
inches, Central 0.00 inches, Bluegrass 0.00 inches and East 0.00 inches, which 
was 0.81, 0.85, 0.77 and 0.78 inches respectively below normal. By station, 
precipitation totals ranged from a low of 0.00 inches at Bardstown to a high of 
0.02 inches at Paducah.

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Kentucky Crop Weather
Issued 4:00 P.M., September 20, 2004
JAO 26-04

AGRICULTURAL NEWS: The third week of September brought sunny skies and slightly 
above normal temperatures throughout most of the State. Mild weather continued 
during the week in western Kentucky, while the eastern portion received remnants 
of Hurricane Ivan. Days suitable for fieldwork averaged 4.8 out of a possible 
seven days. Temperatures across the State averaged 70 degrees, 2 degrees above 
normal. Precipitation for the period totaled 1.36 inches statewide which was 
0.55 inches above normal. As of Friday, September 17, topsoil moisture was rated 
2 percent very short, 19 percent short, 57 percent adequate, and 22 percent 
surplus. Subsoil moisture was rated 3 percent very short, 15 percent short, 61 
percent adequate and 21 percent surplus. Main farming activities for the week 
included tobacco spraying, topping, cutting and housing, corn and soybean 
harvesting, cattle feeding, and fall seeding of pasture and hay.

TOBACCO: Producers report tobacco curing as mostly good to excellent throughout 
the State this week. Rain in eastern Kentucky has saturated some tobacco fields 
and delayed housing operations but producers still predict a good quality crop. 
Dry, warmer weather in Western Kentucky has helped curing and also provided good 
stripping conditions. Blue mold damage is still prevalent but only severe in 
scattered parts of the State. Housed tobacco is curing well with very little 
houseburn. As of Friday, September 17, tobacco set condition was 2 percent very 
poor, 8 percent poor, 17 percent fair, 49 percent good, and 24 percent 
excellent. The burley crop was 81 percent cut, well ahead of last year’s 75 
percent and only 3 percent behind the 5 year average. Dark tobacco was 72 
percent cut, compared to 77 percent last year and 84 percent for the 5 year 
average.

CORN: Early corn harvest progressed this week with farmers still reporting 
mostly good to excellent yields. Warmer temperatures have factored into the dry 
down rate for corn. Only slight water damage and ear rot have been reported. As 
of Friday, September 17, corn condition was reported as 1 percent very poor, 3 
percent poor, 14 percent fair, 40 percent good, and 42 percent excellent. The 
corn crop was 98 percent dented, equal to last year and just behind the five 
year average of 99 percent. Eighty-two percent of the corn crop was mature, 2 
percent behind last year and 9 percent behind the 5 year average. Corn 
harvesting had reached 38 percent complete, compared to 36 percent last year and 
45 percent for the 5 year average. Average moisture content of corn being 
harvested was 20 percent.

SOYBEANS: Soybean harvest is just underway with producers reporting mostly good 
to excellent yields for early planted beans. Rainfall in the east has improved 
double crop bean conditions. Only a few producers have reported disease 
problems. Soybean crop condition was 3 percent poor, 15 percent fair, 48 percent 
good, and 34 percent excellent. As of Sunday, September 19, 37 percent of the 
soybean crop were dropping leaves, compared with 24 percent last year and 47 
percent for the 5 year average.

OTHER CROPS: Farmers continued to cut hay and clip pastures in most areas of the 
State this week. Hay crop condition was reported as 1 percent very poor, 5 
percent poor, 20 percent fair, 51 percent good, and 23 percent excellent. 
Farmers are reporting their hay crop to be plentiful. Range and pasture 
condition was reported at 1 percent very poor, 4 percent poor, 23 percent fair, 
52 percent good, and 20 percent excellent. Farmers were also busy seeding 
pastures and preparing harvested corn fields for fall small grains.

Kentucky Climate Summary For the Period September 13 to 19, 2004

Above Normal Temperatures and Above Normal Precipitation

The eastern half of the state was saturated with rain once again as the remnants 
of Ivan moved north on Thursday and Friday. Rainfall totals were generally in 
the 2-5 inch range. Western Kentucky saw another dry week. The first half of the 
week and the weekend were dominated by high pressure. Skies were mostly sunny, 
winds were light, and highs were in the 80's. Over the weekend temperatures were 
a bit cooler and fall-like with lows in the upper 40's and highs in the 70's for 
much of the state. This is the 4th consecutive week with above normal 
temperatures. This is the 2nd consecutive week for above normal statewide 
precipitation.  

Temperatures for the period averaged 70 degrees across the state which was 2 
degrees above normal. High temperatures averaged from 83 in the West to 78 in 
the East. Departure from normal high temperatures ranged from 2 degrees above 
normal in the West to 0 degrees from normal in the East. Low temperatures 
averaged from 60 degrees in the West to 59 degrees in the East. Departure from 
normal low temperature ranged from 3 degrees above normal in the West to 4 
degrees above normal in the East. The extreme high temperature was 89 in Glasgow 
and Princeton. The extreme low temperature was 46 in Bardstown.

Rainfall for the period totaled 1.36 inches statewide which was 0.55 inches 
above normal. Precipitation totals by climate division, West 0.05 inches, 
Central 0.97 inches, Bluegrass 1.53 inches and East 2.88 inches, which was 
-0.77, +0.12, +0.75 and +2.10 inches respectively from normal. By station, 
precipitation totals ranged from a low of 0.00 inches at Paducah and Henderson 
to a high of 5.40 inches at London.

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Kentucky Crop Weather
Issued 4:00 P.M., September 13, 2004
JAO 25-04

AGRICULTURAL NEWS: The second week of September brought sunny skies and slightly 
above normal temperatures throughout most of the State. Mild weather continued 
during the week in western Kentucky, but hurricane remnants brought rain and 
clouds to the eastern portion. Days suitable for fieldwork averaged 4.9 out of a 
possible seven days. Temperatures across the State averaged 71 degrees, 2 
degrees above normal. Precipitation for the period totaled 1.12 inches statewide 
which was 0.31 inches above normal. As of Friday, September 10, topsoil moisture 
was rated 1 percent very short, 16 percent short, 67 percent adequate, and 16 
percent surplus. Subsoil moisture was rated 1 percent very short, 15 percent 
short, 75 percent adequate and 9 percent surplus. Main farming activities for 
the week included tobacco spraying, topping, cutting and housing, corn 
harvesting, cattle feeding, and fall seeding of pasture and hay. Farmers also 
reported some early harvesting of soybeans.

TOBACCO: Producers report a progressive tobacco harvest in the western part of 
the State with good to excellent crop condition. Hurricane remnants induced 
flooding in parts of eastern Kentucky, which put a slight damper on fieldwork. 
Blue mold damage is still prevalent in scattered parts of the State. Condition 
of housed tobacco has been reported as mostly fair to good with only moderate to 
light signs of houseburn. As of Friday, September 10, tobacco set condition was 
3 percent very poor, 8 percent poor, 18 percent fair, 53 percent good, and 18 
percent excellent. The burley crop was 75 percent cut, well ahead of last year’s 
60 percent and only 1 percent behind the 5 year average. Dark tobacco was 70 
percent cut, compared to 59 percent last year and 73 percent for the 5 year 
average.

CORN: Corn yields are good to excellent with some areas reporting almost thirty 
percent of the crop harvested. Recent lack of rainfall and warmer temperatures 
have increased the dry down rate for corn. Although some water damage and ear 
rot have been reported, most producers do not think it will affect their yields. 
As of Friday, September 10, corn condition was reported as 4 percent poor, 12 
percent fair, 45 percent good, and 39 percent excellent. The corn crop was 95 
percent dented, compared to 91 percent last year and the five year average of 
97. Seventy-seven percent of the corn crop was mature, 11 percent ahead of last 
year and 1 percent behind the 5 year average. Corn harvesting had reached 27 
percent complete, compared to 20 percent last year and 33 percent for the 5 year 
average.

SOYBEANS: Early soybean harvest has begun in some areas of the State with mostly 
good to excellent yield indications. However, the western part of the State 
could use a good rain to keep late growth on track. Only a few producers have 
reported disease problems. Crop condition was 3 percent poor, 13 percent fair, 
51 percent good, and 33 percent excellent. Thirty-nine percent of the intended 
soybean acres have turned yellow, compared to 22 percent last year, and 47 
percent for the 5 year average. As of Sunday, September 12, 20 percent of the 
soybean crop were dropping leaves, compared with 7 percent last year and 26 
percent for the 5 year average.

OTHER CROPS: Farmers have begun chopping silage and harvesting fall hay in some 
western areas of the State. Flooding has caused some hay crop damage in eastern 
Kentucky. Hay crop condition was reported as 1 percent very poor, 4 percent 
poor, 23 percent fair, 53 percent good, and 19 percent excellent. A few farmers 
also reported feeding hay to their cattle. Pastures are showing some sign of 
dormancy in western Kentucky due to a recent lack of rain. Range and pasture 
condition was reported at 1 percent very poor, 4 percent poor, 20 percent fair, 
54 percent good, and 21 percent excellent.

Kentucky Climate Summary: For the Period September 6 to 12, 2004

Above Normal Temperatures and Above Normal Precipitation

The Labor Day weekend concluded with sunny skies and slightly above normal 
temperatures as highs were in the upper 80's to low 90's. The mild weather 
continued through the week in western Kentucky, but the remnants of Hurricane 
Frances brought clouds and rain to the eastern half of the state. Maximum 
rainfall values were in the 5-8 inch range. The weather improved significantly by 
the weekend as high pressure settled in bringing clearer skies and warmer 
temperatures, but there were a few more clouds and isolated showers on Sunday. 
This is the third consecutive week where temperatures have averaged above 
normal. Across the state, average precipitation values were above normal due to 
the large amount of rain in the east, but little to no rain fell in the west of 
I-65.

Temperatures for the period averaged 71 degrees across the state which was 2 
degrees above normal. High temperatures averaged from 83 in the West to 79 in 
the East. Departure from normal high temperatures ranged from 0 degrees from 
normal in the West to 1 degree below normal in the East. Low temperatures 
averaged from 60 degrees in the West to 63 degrees in the East. Departure from 
normal low temperature ranged from 0 degrees from normal in the West to 5 
degrees above normal in the East. The extreme high temperature this week was 91 
degrees in Glasgow and Princeton. The extreme low temperature was 52 in Paducah.

Rainfall for the period totaled 1.12 inches statewide which was 0.31 inches 
above normal. Precipitation totals by climate division, West 0.00 inches, 
Central 0.31 inches, Bluegrass 0.95 inches and East 3.20 inches, which was 
-0.82, -0.54, +0.18 and +2.42 inches respectively from normal. By station, 
precipitation totals ranged from a low of 0.00 inches at Henderson, Louisville, 
and Paducah to a high of 4.25 inches at Jackson.

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Kentucky Crop Weather
Issued 4:00 P.M., September 7, 2004 
KGC 24-04

AGRICULTURAL NEWS: Another week of above average temperatures and occasional 
showers across Kentucky aided late crop development. Corn and soybean yields are 
expected to be above average. Crop conditions remained the same, due to the 
occasional and timely showers. The number of days suitable for fieldwork was 5.2 
out of a possible seven days. The main farm activities continued to be cutting 
and housing tobacco, harvesting corn, cutting and baling hay, and clipping 
pastures. As of Friday, September 3, topsoil moisture was rated 1 percent very 
short, 17 percent short, 74 percent adequate and 8 percent surplus. Subsoil 
moisture was rated 1 percent very short, 19 percent short, 73 percent adequate 
and 7 percent surplus.

TOBACCO: Quality of the cut tobacco continues to be average. The condition of 
tobacco in the field was 3 percent very poor, 8 percent poor, 22 percent fair, 
47 percent good, and 20 percent excellent. Burley tobacco cut through Sunday, 
September 5, reached 65 percent. The pace was much faster than last year with 41 
percent and the 5 year average of 62 percent. Dark tobacco was 58 percent cut, 
ahead of last year at 40 percent and 57 percent for the average. Twenty-four 
percent of the early housed tobacco shows some burn.

CORN: On Sunday, September 5, the corn crop condition was reported as 4 percent 
poor, 15 percent fair, 46 percent good, and 35 percent excellent. Most fields 
look good to excellent, though there is some concern about stalk strength in a 
few stands in low-lying areas. Corn dented was at 91 percent, compared with 87 
percent a year ago, and 95 percent for the 5 year average. Sixty percent of the 
crop was considered mature, between last year’s 57 percent, and the 5 year 
average at 69 percent. Harvesting gained momentum in most areas. One-tenth of 
the crop has been harvested. In 2003, combining was at 11 percent, with the 5 
year average at 21 percent.

SOYBEANS: Soybeans continue to benefit from occasional showers, but more is 
needed for double-cropped fields. A few reports indicated some diseased plants, 
but most fields are in good shape. Condition was rated 3 percent poor, 19 
percent fair, 44 percent good, and 34 percent excellent. Ninety-five percent of 
the soybean crop has set pods, compared with 2003's 90 percent and 92 percent 
for the 5 year average. One-quarter of the crop had leaves yellowing by Sunday, 
ahead of the 10 percent for a year ago, but behind the 5 year average of 28 
percent. Soybeans shedding leaves reached 10 percent, between the 2 percent for 
last year and 12 percent for the 5 year average.

OTHER CROPS: Pasture quality remained mostly good, with conditions rated as 1 
percent very poor, 4 percent poor, 27 percent fair, 50 percent good and 18 
percent excellent. Additional rain will help maintain quality. More hay was cut 
this week between showers. Conditions were 1 percent very poor, 5 percent poor, 
24 percent fair, 51 percent good, and 19 percent excellent.

Kentucky Climate Summary For the Period August 30 to September 5, 2004

Above Normal Temperatures and Below Normal Precipitation

The work week started out with below normal temperatures and scattered showers 
in central and eastern sections of the state from Hurricane Charlie which was 
located over the Carolina's on Monday and Tuesday. High pressure moved east of 
the Ohio Valley on Wednesday which allowed winds to shift from the south. 
This set the stage for warmer, humid rain free weather for the remainder of the 
week. The second week in a row with above normal temperatures after a very cool 
June, July and August.

Temperatures for the period averaged 73 degrees across the state which was 1 
degree above normal. High temperatures averaged from 83 in the West to 81 in the 
East. Departure from normal high temperatures ranged from 1 degree below normal 
in the West to 0 degrees from normal in the East. Low temperatures averaged 
from 62 degrees in the West to 64 degrees in the East. Departure from normal low 
temperature ranged from 1 degree above normal in the West to 4 degrees above 
normal in the East. The extreme high temperature was 89 in Paducah and Princeton.
The extreme low temperature was 56 in Paducah.

Rainfall for the period totaled 0.31 inches statewide which was 0.50 inches 
below normal. Precipitation totals by climate division, West 0.00 inches, 
Central 0.27 inches, Bluegrass 0.56 inches and East 0.41 inches, which was 0.80, 
0.58, 0.24 and 0.39 inches respectively below normal. By station, precipitation 
totals ranged from a low of 0.00 inches at Paducah and Henderson to a high of 
1.54 inches at Covington.

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Kentucky Crop Weather
Issued 4:00 P.M., August 30, 2004
KGC 23-04

AGRICULTURAL NEWS: Above average temperatures and precipitation occurred for 
most of the State. While some parts were still dry, other places along the Ohio 
River saw over four inches of rain. The number of days suitable for fieldwork 
was 4.6 out of a possible seven days. In between showers, farmers mostly cut and 
housed tobacco, cut hay, shelled and chopped corn, and prepared equipment for 
increased harvesting next month. Topsoil moisture was rated 1 percent very 
short, 14 percent short, 73 percent adequate and 12 percent surplus on Friday, 
August 27. Subsoil moisture was rated 1 percent very short, 15 percent short, 75 
percent adequate and 9 percent surplus.

CORN: The crop continued to mature rapidly, but the rain prevented some farmers 
from harvesting early corn. Many farmers are expecting good to excellent yields. 
Conditions for Kentucky’s corn crop on Sunday, August 29, was rated 4 percent 
poor, 13 percent fair, 46 percent good, and 37 percent excellent. Eighty-five 
percent of the corn was dented, ahead of 2003's 82 percent but behind the 5 year 
average of 88 percent. Over half of the crop was mature at 54 percent compared 
with last year at 40 percent, and the 5 year average at 50 percent. Five percent 
of the corn has been harvested, compared to 4 percent a year ago and 10 percent 
for the average.

SOYBEANS: The condition of soybeans improved with the additional rain. As of 
Sunday, August 29, soybeans were rated 4 percent poor, 19 percent fair, 42 
percent good, and 35 percent excellent. Reports are a little more optimistic 
about yields this week, provided the weather continues to be favorable. About 87 
percent of the soybean crop was setting pods, better than last year at 78 
percent and the 5 year average at 86 percent. Fifteen percent of the crop’s 
leaves were yellowing, compared to 5 percent in 2003 and 16 percent for the 5 
year average. Soybeans shedding leaves was at 5 percent, same as the 5 year 
average and greater than a year ago at 1 percent.

TOBACCO: Early yields look average to good. Quality of the housed crop was also 
good, though the weight was a little light. The condition of tobacco in the 
field was 2 percent very poor, 8 percent poor, 21 percent fair, 49 percent good, 
and 20 percent excellent. Fifty-four percent of the burley tobacco had been cut 
by Sunday, August 29, compared to 32 percent a year ago and 46 percent for the 5 
year average. Dark tobacco was 47 percent cut, also ahead of schedule, compared 
with 26 percent in 2003 and 42 percent for the average.

OTHER CROPS: Some hay was cut this week, but the rain limited what fields were 
harvested. Conditions were 1 percent very poor, 4 percent poor, 20 percent fair, 
52 percent good, and 23 percent excellent. Pasture conditions improved slightly 
with the increased precipitation. Pastures were rated 1 percent very poor, 5 
percent poor, 20 percent fair, 55 percent good and 19 percent excellent.

Kentucky Climate Summary For the Period August 23 to 29, 2004

Above Normal Temperatures and Above Normal Precipitation

An upper level trough across the central plains kept Kentucky in a warm humid 
air mass for much of the week. Southerly winds increased dew point temperatures 
into the middle 70's keeping humidity values very high. Rain was measured across 
the state just about every day as weak systems and pop up thundershowers crossed 
the area. Temperatures increased significantly over the weekend into the upper 
80's and lower 90's. A cold front began to push through on Sunday bringing rain 
showers and cooler drier air. This is the first week since early July that 
temperatures have averaged above normal, but many areas in eastern Kentucky 
still have not reached the 90 degree mark this summer. Precipitation values are 
above normal after two weeks of below normal rainfall.

Temperatures for the period averaged 77 degrees across the state which was 4 
degrees above normal. High temperatures averaged from 86 in the West to 85 in 
the East. Departure from normal high temperatures ranged from 0 degrees from 
normal in the West to 2 degrees above normal in the East. Low temperatures 
averaged from 68 degrees in the West to 67 degrees in the East. Departure from 
normal low temperature ranged from 6 degrees above normal in the West to 6 
degrees above normal in the East. The extreme high temperature was 92 in 
Paducah. The extreme low temperature was 54 in Somerset.

Rainfall for the period totaled 1.38 inches statewide which was 0.54 inches 
above normal. Precipitation totals by climate division, West 2.11 inches, 
Central 1.42 inches, Bluegrass 1.33 inches and East 0.66 inches, which was 
+1.32, +0.58, +0.47 and -0.21 inches respectively from normal. By station, 
precipitation totals ranged from a low of 0.06 inches at Glasgow to a high of 
4.06 inches at Henderson.


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Kentucky Crop Weather
Issued 4:00 P.M., August 23, 2004 
KGC 22-04

AGRICULTURAL NEWS: Cool and dry weather prevailed except for a late week shower 
and a couple of days reaching 90 degrees at mid-week. More rain would benefit 
the late soybeans and pastures. About 5.7 days were suitable for fieldwork out 
of a possible seven days. The main farm activities included topping, spraying, 
cutting and housing tobacco, shelling corn, hay baling, and clipping pastures. 
Topsoil moisture was rated 6 percent very short, 28 percent short, 61 percent 
adequate and 5 percent surplus on Friday, August 20. Subsoil moisture was rated 
5 percent very short, 25 percent short, 66 percent adequate and 4 percent 
surplus.

TOBACCO: The condition of tobacco in the field as of Sunday, August 22 was 3 
percent very poor, 8 percent poor, 19 percent fair, 52 percent good, and 18 
percent excellent. Field tobacco continued to be topped and sprayed, while more 
tobacco was cut and housed. The occasional morning fog helped housed tobacco to 
cure. Blue mold and black shank still pose a problem for farmers. By Sunday, 38 
percent of the burley tobacco was cut, compared to 19 percent last year and 32 
percent for the 5 year average. Thirty-three percent of the dark tobacco was 
cut, ahead of last year at 14 percent and 29 percent for the average.

CORN: A few early fields of corn in the south have been harvested and harvesting 
should become more prevalent over the next couple of weeks. The condition of 
Kentucky’s corn crop was 1 percent very poor, 6 percent poor, 16 percent fair, 
41 percent good, and 36 percent excellent. Ninety-two percent was in the dough 
stage or beyond, compared with 87 percent a year ago and 91 percent for the 5 
year average. Three-quarters of the crop was dented, compared with 63 percent 
last year and 71 percent on average. About 23 percent of the crop was mature, 
compared with 14 percent in 2003 and 19 percent for the 5 year average.

SOYBEANS: Double-cropped soybeans could use more rain to help fill pods, but the 
crop as a whole still looks good. Some localized fields have seen some insect 
damage, but nothing widespread was reported. The condition of the emerged 
soybeans was rated 1 percent very poor, 8 percent poor, 21 percent fair, 40 
percent good, and 30 percent excellent. As of Sunday, August 22, 93 percent of 
the soybeans were blooming. Last year blooming was 84 percent, with a 5 year 
average of 90 percent. Seventy-nine percent of the crop was setting pods, ahead 
of the 61 percent a year ago and 72 percent for the average.

OTHER CROPS: More rain would help maintain the quality of the State’s pastures, 
which were rated at 2 percent very poor, 5 percent poor, 22 percent fair, 54 
percent good and 17 percent excellent. Farmers continue to cut hay this week. 
Hay conditions were 2 percent very poor, 6 percent poor, 22 percent fair, 52 
percent good, and 18 percent excellent.

Kentucky Climate Summary: For the Period August 16 to 22, 2004

Below Normal Temperatures and Below Normal Rainfall

The week began with more record lows set across the state from Paducah to 
Jackson. High pressure was the reason as cool Canadian air infiltrated the Ohio 
Valley keeping skies clear and winds light. Things changed on Wednesday as winds 
shifted to the south bringing some 90's to the area. The warm weather continued 
into Thursday as heat indices were in the upper 90's. A large area of rain began 
to move into western Kentucky late Thursday and lasting throughout most of the 
day Friday. Rain tapered off early Saturday morning in eastern Kentucky. Skies 
cleared in time for a beautiful weekend with mild temperatures and partly cloudy 
skies. This is the 6th straight week with below normal temperatures. This is the 
second consecutive week with below normal precipitation values.

Temperatures for the period averaged 71 degrees across the state which was 2 
degrees below normal, but 5 degrees warmer than the previous week. High 
temperatures averaged from 84 in the West to 81 in the East. Departure from 
normal high temperatures ranged from 3 degrees below normal in the West to 3 
degrees below normal in the East. Low temperatures averaged from 61 degrees in 
the West to 60 degrees in the East. Departure from normal low temperature ranged 
from 3 degrees below normal in the West to 2 degrees below normal in the East. 
The extreme high temperature was 93 in Paducah. The extreme low temperature was 
48 in Paducah.

Rainfall for the period totaled 0.70 inches statewide which was 0.14 inches 
below normal. Precipitation totals by climate division, West 0.52 inches, 
Central 0.98 inches, Bluegrass 0.69 inches and East 0.63 inches, which was 
-0.27, +0.13, -0.17 and -0.24 inches respectively from normal. By station, 
precipitation totals ranged from a low of 0.14 inches at London to a high of 
1.58 inches at Grayson. 

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Kentucky Crop Weather
Issued 4:00 P.M., August 16, 2004
KBM 21-04

AGRICULTURAL NEWS: Fall like weather and rain continued to be the story across 
Kentucky last week. Days suitable for fieldwork averaged 5.4 out of a possible 
seven days. Farm activities last week included topping, cutting and housing 
tobacco, hay harvest, and preparing for grain harvest. Topsoil moisture as of 
Friday, August 13 was rated 3 percent very short, 10 percent short, 75 percent 
adequate and 12 percent surplus. Subsoil moisture was rated 1 percent very 
short, 11 percent short, 79 percent adequate and 9 percent surplus.

TOBACCO: Even as cutting and housing have gotten into full swing there remains 
concern about blue mold and black shank which ranges from severe to minimal. 
Comments about yield have correspondingly been varied, from poor to good. As of 
Sunday, August 15, the condition of tobacco in the field was reported as 3 
percent very poor, 10 percent poor, 21 percent fair, 50 percent good, and 16 
percent excellent. Sixty-seven percent of burley tobacco was topped, compared to 
55 percent a year ago and the 5 year average of 74 percent. Twenty-two percent 
of the burley tobacco was cut, compared to 6 percent last year and 16 percent on 
average. Dark tobacco reported topped was 82 percent, the same as 2003, but 
behind the 5 year average of 91 percent. Dark tobacco cut was 15 percent, the 
same as average, but ahead of last year’s 6 percent.

CORN: As of Sunday, August 15, 94 percent was in the milk stage or beyond, 
compared to 87 percent last year and the 5 year average of 93 percent. 
Seventy-six percent of the corn has reached the dough stage or beyond, compared 
to 67 percent last year and the 5 year average of 79 percent. Fifty-two percent 
of corn was dented, compared with 39 percent last year and 53 percent on 
average. Corn producers are expecting good to excellent yields. The crop remains 
in mostly good to excellent condition, with 4 percent poor, 13 percent fair, 48 
percent good, and 35 percent excellent.

SOYBEANS: As of Sunday, August 15, 77 percent of the soybeans were blooming and 
59 percent were setting pods, last year 75 percent were blooming and 46 percent 
were settingpods. The 5 year averagefor soybeans blooming and setting pods were 82 
and 58 percent respectively. Condition of emerged soybeans was rated 3 percent 
poor, 18 percent fair, 48 percent good, and 31 percent excellent. Producers 
early predictions are for a good to excellent yields.

OTHER CROPS: Hay harvest continues as weather allows across the State. Plentiful 
rains have providedplenty of hay, but have hindered some efforts toward cutting 
and baling. The condition of the hay crop was rated 1 percent very poor, 5 
percent poor, 16 percent fair, 54 percent good, and 24 percent excellent. 
Pasture condition remains fairly steady and was rated 1 percent very poor, 4 
percent poor, 17 percent fair, 55 percent good and 23 percent excellent.

Kentucky Climate Summary: For the Period August 9 to 15, 2004

Below Normal Temperatures and Below Normal Rainfall

The week began with dry weather and warmer temperatures as highs were safely in 
the 80's. By midweek a cold front began to encroach onto the area bringing rain 
showers to most of the state and cooler temperatures to all of the state. Record 
lows were set across Kentucky on Friday, Saturday, and Sunday as temperatures 
dipped into the upper 40's and lower 50's. Mostly sunny skies and below normal 
temperatures continued through the weekend allowing plenty of time for outdoor 
activities. This is the 5th consecutive week for below normal temperatures 
across Kentucky. The cool summer continues as 7 of the past 8 weeks have also 
recorded below normal temperatures.

Temperatures for the period averaged 66 degrees across the state which was 8 
degrees below normal and 6 degrees cooler than the previous week. High 
temperatures averaged from 78 in the West to 76 in the East. Departure from 
normal high temperatures ranged from 10 degrees below normal in the West to 9 
degrees below normal in the East. Low temperatures averaged from 56 degrees in 
the West to 57 degrees in the East. Departure from normal low temperature ranged 
from 9 degrees below normal in the West to 7 degrees below normal in the East. 
The extreme high temperature was 88 at Paducah and Princeton. The extreme low 
temperature was 46 at Paducah.

Rainfall for the period totaled 0.20 inches statewide which was 0.64 inches 
below normal. Precipitation totals by climate division, West 0.02 inches, 
Central 0.16 inches, Bluegrass 0.14 inches and East 0.50 inches, which was 0.77, 
0.69, 0.72 and 0.38 inches respectively below normal. By station, precipitation 
totals ranged from a low of 0.00 inches at Henderson  and Covington to a high of 
1.03 inches at London.

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Kentucky Crop Weather
Issued 4:00 P.M., August 9, 2004 
KBM 20-04

AGRICULTURAL NEWS: Ample rain this season has been generally good for corn and 
soybeans, but the additional moisture and cooler temperatures have kept 
producers concerned about disease in tobacco. Kentucky has had a month’s worth 
of below normal temperatures and above normal rainfall. After mid-week showers, 
some farmers were unable to get into the fields. Days suitable for fieldwork 
averaged 4.6 out of a possible seven days. Farm activities last week included 
topping and spraying tobacco, hay harvest and preparing equipment for grain 
harvest. Topsoil moisture as of Friday, August 6, was rated 3 percent very 
short, 8 percent short, 69 percent adequate and 20 percent surplus. Subsoil 
moisture was rated 1 percent very short, 10 percent short, 71 percent adequate 
and 18 percent surplus.

TOBACCO: Blue mold pressure appears to be heavier in the Northern and Bluegrass 
regions. Although most of these reporters stress that all fields are affected to 
some degree, the impact varies field to field. Black shank is a secondary 
concern at this time, compared to blue mold. Insect problems remain minimal. 
Some early tobacco is being cut and housed. As of Sunday, August 8, the 
condition of tobacco in the field was reported as 3 percent very poor, 10 
percent poor, 21 percent fair, 47 percent good, and 19 percent excellent. 
Seventy percent of burley tobacco was blooming or beyond, compared to last year 
at 63 percent and the 5 year average of 78 percent. Fifty-two percent of burley 
tobacco was topped, compared to 41 percent a year ago and the 5 year average of 
58 percent. Dark tobacco reported topped was 77 percent, compared with 70 
percent for 2003 and the 5 year average at 83 percent.

CORN: Corn producers are optimistic about yields as the crop remains in mostly 
good to excellent condition, with 5 percent poor, 14 percent fair, 49 percent 
good, and 32 percent excellent. The crop is maturing quickly and as of Sunday, 
August 8, 45 percent of the corn was dented, significantly ahead of last year’s 
26 percent and the 5 year average of 32 percent. Ninety percent was in the milk 
stage or beyond, which was also ahead of both last year at 74 percent and the 5 
year average of 84 percent. Sixtynine percent of the corn has reached the dough 
stage or beyond, compared to 54 percent in 2003 and the 5 year average of 64 
percent.

SOYBEANS: As of Sunday, August 8, 75 percent of the soybeans were blooming, the 
same as average, and ahead of the 63 percent a year ago. Fifty-seven percent 
were setting pods, compared to 48 percent for the 5-year average. Last year only 
32 percent were setting pods at this time. Condition of emerged soybeans was 
rated 5 percent poor, 18 percent fair, 51 percent good, and 26 percent 
excellent.

OTHER CROPS: Pastures and hay crops across the State have benefitted from 
abundant moisture this summer. However, hay baling has been difficult due to 
rain, and quality has been reduced due to poor curing conditions. The condition 
of the hay crop was rated 1 percent very poor, 6 percent poor, 21 percent fair, 
54 percent good, and 18 percent excellent. Pasture condition was rated 1 percent 
very poor, 4 percent poor, 16 percent fair, 55 percent good and 24 percent 
excellent.

Kentucky Weather Summary: For the Period August 2 to 8, 2004

Below Normal Temperatures and Above Normal Rainfall:

The start of the workweek was warm and dry...and the remainder of the week was 
very cool with temperatures only reaching the mid to upper 70's. Near-record low 
temperatures in the low 50's occurred  across the state with some eastern 
Kentucky valley's reporting upper 40's during the latter half of the workweek. 
Considerable rainfall occurred during the midpoint of the workweek across 
central and east...with western locations reporting less rainfall. It was the 
fourth week straight with below normal temperatures for the Commonwealth...and 
the second week in a row with above normal rainfall. 

Temperatures for the past week averaged 72 degrees across the state which was 4 
degrees below normal and the same for the previous week. High temperatures 
averaged from 84 in the West to 82 in the East. Departure from normal high 
temperatures ranged from 5 degrees below normal in the West to 4 degrees below 
normal in the East. Low temperatures averaged from 62 degrees in the West to 60 
degrees in the East. Departure from normal low temperature ranged from 4 degrees 
below normal in the West to 4 degrees below normal in the East.

Rainfall totals for the period totaled 1.16 inches statewide which was 0.32 
inches above normal. Precipitation totals by climate division, West 0.53 inches, 
Central 1.08 inches, Bluegrass 1.41 inches and East 1.61 inches, which was 
-0.26, +0.23, +0.55 and +0.74 inches respectively from normal. By station, 
precipitation totals ranged from a low of 0.02 inches at Evansville to a high of 
4.07 inches at Somerset. 

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Kentucky Crop Weather
Issued 4:00 P.M., August 2, 2004 
KBM 19-04

AGRICULTURAL NEWS: Storms ended a very wet, and at times, unseasonably cool July. 
Days suitable for fieldwork averaged 5.3 out of a possible seven days. Major 
farm activity included spraying soybeans for weeds, topping and spraying tobacco 
for insects and suckers, hay baling and general farm maintenance. Topsoil 
moisture as of Friday, July 30, was rated 1 percent very short, 15 percent 
short, 76 percent adequate and 8 percent surplus. Subsoil moisture was rated 1 
percent very short, 12 percent short, 82 percent adequate and 5 percent surplus.

CORN: As of Sunday, August 1, 94 percent of the corn had silked or was silking, 
ahead of last year’s 84 percent and the 5 year average of 92 percent. 
Seventy-five percent was in the milk stage or beyond, which was also ahead of 
both last year at 61 percent and the 5 year average of 73 percent. Forty-six 
percent of the corn has reached the dough stage or beyond, compared to 37 
percent last year and the 5 year average of 50 percent. Twenty percent of corn 
was dented, compared with 13 percent last year and 10 percent on average. Corn 
remains in mostly good to excellent condition, with 1 percent very poor, 4 
percent poor, 15 percent fair, 39 percent good, and 41 percent excellent.

SOYBEANS: As of Sunday, August 1, 63 percent of the soybeans were blooming and 
41 percent were setting pods, last year 50 percent were blooming and 16 percent 
were setting pods. The 5 year average for soybeans blooming and setting pods 
were 65 and 35 percent respectively. Condition of emerged soybeans was rated 3 
percent poor, 16 percent fair, 48 percent good, and 33 percent excellent.

TOBACCO: Blue mold and black shank continue to be a problem in fields where 
frequent rains have been received. Reports of the severity of these diseases 
have been variable ranging from minimal problems to serious impact. There were 
few reports of insect problems in tobacco. Tobacco height is short in areas 
where replanting was done. As of Sunday, August 1, the condition of set tobacco 
was reported as 4 percent very poor, 11 percent poor, 23 percent fair, 47 
percent good, and 15 percent excellent. Sixty-three percent of burley tobacco 
was blooming or beyond, compared to last year at 47 percent and the 5 year 
average of 64 percent. Thirty-six percent of burley tobacco was topped, compared 
to 26 percent a year ago and the 5 year average of 39 percent. Dark tobacco 
reported topped was 71 percent, compared with 52 percent for 2003 and tied with 
the 5 year average at 71 percent.

OTHER CROPS: Farmers were busy cutting and baling hay and clipping pastures, as 
weather permitted. The condition of the hay crop was rated 1 percent very poor, 
6 percent poor, 19 percent fair, 52 percent good, and 22 percent excellent. 
Pasture condition was rated 1 percent very poor, 3 percent poor, 18 percent 
fair, 51 percent good and 27 percent excellent. Pastures were doing well in many 
areas due to abundant moisture and cooler than normal temperatures.

Kentucky Climate Summary For the Period July 26 to August 1, 2004

Below Normal Temperatures and Above Normal Precipitation

Temperatures for the period averaged 72 degrees across the state which was 4 
degrees below normal and 3 degrees cooler than the previous week. High 
temperatures averaged from 81 in the West to 81 in the East. Departure from 
normal high temperatures ranged from 8 degrees below normal in the West to 5 
degrees below normal in the East. Low temperatures averaged from 61 degrees in 
the West to 64 degrees in the East. Departure from normal low temperature ranged 
from 6 degrees below normal in the West to 1 degree below normal in the East. 
The extreme high temperature was 89 degrees at Glasgow. The extreme low 
temperature was 52 at Paducah, Princeton, and Bardstown.

Rainfall for the period totaled 1.42 inches statewide which was 0.39 inches 
above normal. Precipitation totals by climate division, West 0.77 inches, 
Central 1.38 inches, Bluegrass 2.33 inches and East 1.20 inches, which was 
-0.14, +0.31, +1.30 and +0.11 inches respectively from normal. By station, 
precipitation totals ranged from a low of 0.43 inches at Henderson to a high of 
3.84 inches at Lexington.

It comes as no surprise that this week temperatures averaged below normal. The 
week began very cool as rain and cloudy skies kept temperatures down on Monday. 
Paduach, Lexington, Bowling Green, and Louisville set record low highs as highs 
hovered in the upper 60's and lower 70's. On Tuesday and Wednesday record lows 
were set from Paducah to Jackson as temperatures dropped into the lower 50's. 
For midweek, high pressure had settled in bringing clear skies, light winds, and 
cool temperatures. More rain came Friday and Saturday as a storm system pushed 
across the state. Some severe thunderstorm warnings were issued, but heavy rains 
and minor flooding were the biggest problems. Conditions dried out on Sunday 
making way for a beautiful day with more seasonable temperatures in the upper 
80's.

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Kentucky Crop Weather
Issued 4:00 P.M., July 26, 2004
TNS 18-04

AGRICULTURAL NEWS: Weather conditions this past week seemed relatively calm 
compared to the storms of past weeks. Temperatures for the State averaged 75 
degrees, which was 2 degrees below normal. Precipitation for the week was 0.33 
inches below normal, with the State average at 0.72 inches. Major farming 
activity this week included cultivating and topping tobacco, harvesting hay, and 
clipping pastures. There were a few reports that mentioned tobacco being cut. 
Days suitable for fieldwork averaged 5.0 out of a possible seven days. Topsoil 
moisture as of Friday, July 23 was rated 1 percent very short, 15 percent short, 
76 percent adequate and 8 percent surplus. Subsoil moisture was rated 2 percent 
very short, 12 percent short, 80 percent adequate and 6 percent surplus.

CORN: Many reporters seem to be optimistic about both corn quality and yield. 
Some reporters have indicated that in the western part of the State corn was 
beginning to dent. As of Sunday, July 25, ninety-one percent of the corn has 
silked or is silking, compared to last year’s 73 percent and the 5 year average 
of 84 percent. Sixty percent was in the milk stage or beyond, which was ahead of 
last year’s 49 percent and the 5 year average of 57 percent. Twenty-seven 
percent of the corn has reached the dough stage or beyond, compared to 24 
percent last year and the 5 year average of 31 percent. Corn was in fair to 
excellent condition, with 3 percent poor, 17 percent fair, 42 percent good, and 
38 percent excellent.

SOYBEANS: Farmers were spraying soybeans for weeds during the week. As of 
Sunday, July 25, 59 percent of the soybeans were blooming and 32 percent were 
setting pods, last year 30 percent were blooming and 8 percent were setting 
pods. The 5 year average for soybeans blooming and setting pods were 50 and 24 
percent respectively. Condition of emerged soybeans was rated 6 percent poor, 15 
percent fair, 43 percent good, and 36 percent excellent.

TOBACCO: Blue mold concerns are easing in all but the eastern part of the State 
due to aggressive control spraying and more favorable weather conditions. The 
only negative reports deal with the lack of height on the plants. Topping and 
spraying tobacco for sucker control were the primary work activities across the 
State. As of Sunday, July 25, the condition of set tobacco was reported as 3 
percent very poor, 11 percent poor, 26 percent fair, 48 percent good, and 12 
percent excellent. Fifty-two percent of burley tobacco was blooming or beyond, 
which was ahead of both last year’s 31 percent and the 5 year average of 48 
percent. Twenty-three percent of burley tobacco was topped, ahead of last year’s 
14 percent but just behind the 5 year average of 24 percent. Dark tobacco was 
reported 36 percent topped.

OTHER CROPS: Hay baling and pasture clipping continued to be major farming 
activities this past week. The condition of the hay crop was rated 1 percent 
very poor, 6 percent poor, 20 percent fair, 55 percent good, and 18 percent 
excellent. Pastures remain in good to excellent condition and were rated 1 
percent very poor, 5 percent poor, 20 percent fair, 51 percent good and 23 
percent excellent.

Kentucky Climate Summary For the Period July 19 to 25, 2004

Below Normal Temperatures and Below Normal Precipitation

The week began under a dome of high pressure. On Monday morning, temperatures 
fell into the upper 50's at Paducah setting a record low. By Tuesday, southerly 
flow returned to Kentucky bringing warmer temperatures and higher humidity 
values. A frontal boundary moved through Thursday and Friday bringing numerous 
showers across the Commonwealth. Saturday was arguably the nicest day of the 
week as sunny skies prevailed an high temperatures ranged from the upper 70's to 
the lower 80's, which is below normal for this time of year. However, rain 
returned again on Sunday. Overcast skies kept high temperatures in the upper 
60's across western areas of the state. Our relatively cool summer continued as 
4 of the last 5 weeks have averaged below normal temperatures. After 2 weeks of 
near normal precipitation amounts, the average precipitation values fell below 
normal again.

Temperatures for the period averaged 75 degrees across the state which was 2 
degrees below normal. High temperatures averaged from 85 in the West to 84 in 
the East. Departure from normal high temperatures ranged from 5 degrees below 
normal in the West to 2 degrees below normal in the East. Low temperatures 
averaged from 66 degrees in the West to 64 degrees in the East. Departure from 
normal low temperature ranged from 0 degrees from normal in the West to 1 degree 
below normal in the East. The extreme high temperature was 92 at Paducah. The 
extreme low temperature was 58 at London, Somerset, and Bardstown.

Rainfall for the period totaled 0.72 inches statewide which was 0.33 inches 
below normal. Precipitation totals by climate division, West 0.87 inches, 
Central 0.46 inches, Bluegrass 1.05 inches and East 0.50 inches, which was 0.05, 
0.65, 0.01 and 0.63 inches respectively below normal. By station, precipitation 
totals ranged from a low of 0.00 inches at Buckhorn Lake to a high of 2.01 
inches at Jackson.

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Kentucky Crop report
Issued 4:00 P.M., July 19, 2004
TNS 17-04

AGRICULTURAL NEWS: Severe storms moved across the State on the 13th which 
resulted in widespread reports of outbuilding damage and power outages. However; 
precipitation and temperature were near normal for the week. Rainfall for the 
week averaged 1.14 inches statewide which was 0.09 inches above normal. The 
major farming activities included topping and cultivating tobacco, spraying for 
blue mold control, harvesting hay, and clipping pastures. Days suitable for 
fieldwork averaged 5.1 out of a possible seven days. Topsoil moisture as of 
Friday, July 16, was rated 3 percent very short, 11 percent short, 76 percent 
adequate and 10 percent surplus. Subsoil moisture was rated 2 percent very 
short, 8 percent short, 80 percent adequate and 10 percent surplus.

CORN: Corn continues to show good growth across the State. As of Sunday, July 
18, 89 percent of the corn had silked or is silking, which was ahead of both 
last year’s 65 percent and the 5 year average of 76 percent. Forty-four percent 
of the crop was in milk stage or beyond, compared to last year’s 34 percent and 
the 5 year average of 37 percent. Twenty percent of the corn has reached the 
dough stage or beyond. This was ahead of both last year’s and the 5 year average 
of 15 percent. The emerged corn was in good to excellent condition, with 3 
percent poor, 18 percent fair, 46 percent good, and 33 percent excellent.

SOYBEANS: Farmers sprayed soybeans for weeds. As of Sunday, July 18, 48 percent 
of the soybeans were blooming and 18 percent were setting pods. Last year 18 
percent were blooming and 3 percent were setting pods. The 5 year average for 
soybeans blooming and setting pods were 35 and 12 percent respectively. 
Condition of emerged soybeans was rated 4 percent poor, 14 percent fair, 52 
percent good, and 30 percent excellent.

TOBACCO: Tobacco reports continue to be mixed. Optimism is tempered by 
widespread reports of blue mold and black shank. There also appears to be a 
widespread variability in maturity. There was one report of tobacco being cut 
and set in the same area. Another concern is that some fields are blooming 
before putting on much height. The rains brought weed growth and some low lying 
fields were flooded. As of Sunday, July 18, the condition of set tobacco was 
reported as 2 percent very poor, 11 percent poor, 20 percent fair, 53 percent 
good, and 14 percent excellent. Thirty-two percent of burley tobacco was 
blooming or beyond, which was ahead of both last year’s 17 percent and the 5 
year average of 29 percent. Fifteen percent of burley tobacco was topped, ahead 
of both last year’s 4 percent and the 5 year average of 12 percent. Dark tobacco 
blooming or beyond reached 36 percent, compared with 29 percent for 2003 and 39 
percent for the 5 year average.

OTHER CROPS: Hay baling and pasture clipping were major activities during the 
week. Hay crops were reported as 1 percent very poor, 6 percent poor, 17 percent 
fair, 56 percent good, 20 percent excellent. Pastures remain in fair to 
excellent condition and were rated 1 percent very poor, 3 percent poor, 22 
percent fair, 50 percent good and 24 percent excellent.

Kentucky Climate Summary For the Period July 12 to 18, 2004

Near Normal Temperatures and Near Normal Precipitation

For the second consecutive week, statewide temperature and precipitation 
averages have been near the climatic averages. A hot and humid airmass was in 
control of the weather for the beginning of the week. Lows were generally in the 
70's, and highs ranged from the upper 80's to the middle 90's. On Tuesday heat 
indices were recorded in the 105-110 degree range. Severe thunderstorms sped 
across Kentucky late Tuesday into Wednesday bringing strong winds, lightning, 
and heavy rains. The second half of the week was under control of a cooler drier 
high pressure system from Canada. Temperatures dropped nearly 10 degrees with 
highs ranging in the upper 70's to the middle 80's. Late Friday and during the 
weekend another weak cold front moved through bringing some scattered showers, 
but skies were mostly sunny once again Sunday.

Temperatures for the period averaged 75 degrees across the state which was 1 
degree below normal. High temperatures averaged from 87 in the West to 84 in the 
East. Departure from normal high temperatures ranged from 3 degrees below normal 
in the West to 2 degrees below normal in the East. Low temperatures averaged 
from 68 degrees in the West to 64 degrees in the East. Departure from normal low 
temperature ranged from 1 degree above normal in the West to 0 degrees from 
normal in the East. The extreme high temperature was 96 at Paducah. The extreme low
temperature was 57 at Covington.

Rainfall for the period totaled 1.14 inches statewide which was 
0.09 inches above normal. Precipitation totals by climate division, West 0.96 
inches, Central 1.83 inches, Bluegrass 1.48 inches and East 0.30 inches, which 
was +0.03, +0.73, +0.42 and -0.83 inches respectively from normal. By station, 
precipitation totals ranged from a low of 0.00 inches at Buckhorn Lake to a high 
of 2.49 inches at Bardstown and Berea.

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Kentucky Crop Report
Issued 4:00 P.M., July 12, 2004
TNS 16-04

AGRICULTURAL NEWS: Most of the Commonwealth was hit by severe storms early in 
the week. Heavy rains and high winds affected crops across the State. Rainfall 
for the period was barely above normal, however, storms were intense when they 
occurred. The majority of field work included finishing the wheat harvest, 
baling hay and clipping pastures, cultivating tobacco and spraying for blue mold 
where present. Topsoil moisture as of Friday, July 9, was rated 2 percent very 
short, 13 percent short, 71 percent adequate, and 14 percent surplus. Subsoil 
moisture was 15 percent short, 77 percent adequate, and 8 percent surplus. Days 
suitable for fieldwork averaged 4.5 out of a possible seven.

CORN: As of Sunday, July 11, eighty percent of the corn has either silked or was 
silking, well ahead of last year’s 55 percent, and the 5 year average of 66 
percent. The corn throughout Kentucky continues to look good, with the condition 
rated 5 percent poor, 17 percent fair, 42 percent good, and 36 percent 
excellent. Most comments on corn are very optimistic both on condition and 
potential yield.

SOYBEANS: Farmers were busy spraying soy beans and were practically finished 
with double crop soybean planting. Soybeans blooming was at 26 percent, compared 
to 7 percent last year, and 22 percent for the 5 year average. The condition of 
the emerged soybeans continues to look good with 3 percent poor, 15 percent 
fair, 49 percent good, and 33 percent excellent.

TOBACCO: Farmers actively sprayed, side dressed, and topped the tobacco. Black 
shank and blue mold have become a problem due to the wet weather conditions 
prevalent this spring. Blue mold has been confirmed as present in fields in more 
than 40 counties. Tobacco height was 25 percent under 24 inches, 41 percent was 
between 24 to 36 inches, and 34 percent was over 36 inches. Condition of the set 
tobacco was rated 4 percent very poor, 12 percent poor, 28 percent fair, 45 
percent good, and 11 percent excellent.

SMALLGRAINS: Wheat harvest was nearly complete with 98 percent harvested by the 
end of the week, compared with last year’s 97 percent, and the 5 year average of 
98 percent. Wheat yields and test weights were lower than initially expected due 
to the earlier weather delays in harvesting and head scab.

OTHER CROPS: Farmers were busy cutting and baling hay and clipping pastures 
across the State. Reports of quantity have been excellent but the wet weather 
conditions have affected the overall quality. Hay crops were reported as 2 
percent very poor, 7 percent poor, 24 percent fair, 51 percent good, and 16 
percent excellent. Pastures across the State were in good to excellent 
condition, with conditions rated as 4 percent poor, 19 percent fair, 55 percent 
good, and 22 percent excellent.

Kentucky Climate Summary For the Period July 5 to 11, 2004.

Near Normal Temperatures and Near Normal Precipitation

The week began with warm humid weather and several rounds of severe weather. 
Severe weather watches were issued on Monday and Tuesday. Wednesday a cold front 
moved through bringing a few isolated rain showers and cooler temperatures. 
Thursday was probably the nicest day of the week as skies were mostly sunny and 
high temperatures were in the lower to middle 80's. The somewhat cooler weather 
did not last long as a warm front moved north across Kentucky bringing back hot 
and humid conditions. Over the weekend highs were at 90 degrees with little 
relief other than scattered thunderstorms.

Temperatures for the period averaged 77 degrees across the state which was 1 
degree above normal and 2 degrees warmer than the previous week. High 
temperatures averaged from 87 in the West to 86 in the East. Departure from 
normal high temperatures ranged from 2 degrees below normal in the West to 0 
degrees from normal in the East. Low temperatures averaged from 68 degrees in 
the West to 66 degrees in the East. Departure from normal low temperature ranged 
from 2 degrees above normal in the West to 1 degree above normal in the East. 
The extreme high temperature was 93 at Glasgow. The extreme low temperature was 
59 at Bardstown.

Rainfall for the period totaled 1.12 inches statewide which was 0.06 inches 
above normal. Precipitation totals by climate division, West 0.85 inches, 
Central 1.52 inches, Bluegrass 1.35 inches and East 0.75 inches, which was 
-0.08, +0.41, +0.30 and -0.38 inches respectively from normal. By station, 
precipitation totals ranged from a low of 0.25 inches at Henderson to a high of 
2.86 inches at Bardstown.

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Kentucky Crop Weather
Issued 4:00 P.M., July 6, 2004
JMB 15-04

AGRICULTURAL NEWS: Most of the Commonwealth remained dry this past week, with 
only some areas receiving scattered showers. The majority of fieldwork included 
finishing the wheat harvest, planting double crop soybeans, baling hay, and 
spraying crops. Topsoil moisture as of Friday, July 2 was rated 1 percent very 
short, 19 percent short, 72 percent adequate, and 8 percent surplus. Subsoil 
moisture was 2 percent very short, 12 percent short, 79 percent adequate, and 7 
percent surplus. Days suitable for fieldwork averaged 5.5 out of a possible 
seven.

CORN: As of Sunday, July 4 sixty-five percent of the corn has either silked or 
was silking, well ahead of last year’s 39 percent, and the 5 year average of 49 
percent. The corn throughout Kentucky continues to look good, with the condition 
rated 1 percent very poor, 8 percent poor, 17 percent fair, 50 percent good, and 
24 percent excellent. The corn is starting to need a good shower in some areas 
of the State.

SOYBEANS: Farmers were busy spraying soybeans, and finishing double crop soybean 
planting. Soybeans planted reached 97 percent as of Sunday, July 4. Soybeans 
blooming was at 15 percent, compared t o 4 percent last year, and 14 percent for 
the 5 year average. The condition of the emerged soybeans continues to look good 
with 1 percent very poor, 3 percent poor, 21 percent fair, 54 percent good, and 
21 percent excellent.

TOBACCO: Farmers actively sprayed, side dressed, and topped the tobacco. Black 
shank and blue mold have become a problem in some of the central and northeast 
portions of the State. Tobacco height was 33 percent under 12 inches, 41 percent 
was between 12 to 24 inches, and 26 percent was over 24 inches. Condition of the 
set tobacco was rated as 4 percent very poor, 11 percent poor, 22 percent fair, 
52 percent good, and 11 percent excellent.

SMALL GRAINS: Wheat harvest was nearly complete with 92 percent harvested by the 
end of the week, compared with last year’s 85 percent, and the average of 92 
percent. Wheat yields and test weights were lower than initially expected due to 
the earlier weather delays in harvesting.

OTHER CROPS: Along with the soybeans and tobacco, farmers were also busy cutting 
and baling hay. Pastures across the State were in good to excellent condition, 
with conditions rated as 3 percent poor, 18 percent fair, 61 percent good, and 
18 percent excellent.

Kentucky Climate Summary: For the Period June 28 to July 4, 2004

Below Normal Temperatures and Below Normal Rainfall:

Scattered showers and thunderstorms threatened the Commonwealth on a daily basis 
last week with several locations receiving intense rainfall. But, for the most 
part...it was a dry week for the majority of the state with temperatures in the 
low 80's for highs on low to mid 60's for low temperatures and muggy dewpoint 
temperatures in the upper 60's to low 70's. It was the second week straight
with below normal temperatures and rainfall.

Temperatures for the past averaged 75 degrees across the state which was 1 
degree below normal and 4 degrees warmer than the previous week. High 
temperatures averaged from 84 in the West to 83 in the East. Departure from 
normal high temperatures ranged from 5 degrees below normal in the West to 2 
degrees below normal in the East. Low temperatures averaged from 67 degrees in 
the West to 64 degrees in the East. Departure from normal low temperature ranged 
from 1 degree above normal in the West to near normal in the East. The extreme 
high temperatures was 91 at Paducah and the extreme low temperature was 55 
degrees and London.

Rainfall for the week totaled 0.56 inches statewide which was 0.42 inches below 
normal. Precipitation totals by climate division, West 0.38 inches, Central 0.69 
inches, Bluegrass 0.62 inches and East 0.55 inches, which was 0.52, 0.33, 0.36 
and 0.49 inches respectively below normal. By station, precipitation totals 
ranged from a low of 0.02 inches at Huntington to a high of 1.78 inches at 
Jackson. 

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Kentucky Crop Weather
Issued 4:00 P.M., June 28, 2004
JMB 14-04

AGRICULTURAL NEWS: Kentucky had very little rainfall which was a welcomed change 
compared to the last several weeks. Farmers commented that this was the first 
time since early May they were able to get out in the fields for most of the 
week. The majority of field work included harvesting wheat, planting soybeans, 
and baling and cutting hay. Topsoil moisture as of Friday, June 25 was rated 4 
percent short, 72 percent adequate, and 24 percent surplus. Subsoil moisture was 
4 percent short, 76 percent adequate, and 20 percent surplus. Days suitable for 
fieldwork averaged 4.6 out of a possible seven.

CORN: The corn throughout Kentucky looks good, as the condition of the emerged 
corn continued to improve. The corn condition was rated 1 percent very poor, 6 
percent poor, 18 percent fair, 49 percent good, and 26 percent excellent. 
Fifty-one percent of the corn has tasseled as of Sunday, June 27, and 36 percent 
of the corn was silking. Farmers finished replanting previously flooded fields.

SOYBEANS: The soybeans look good throughout the State. Farmers were busy 
replanting single crop soybeans. Double crop soybeans were planted after the 
harvest of wheat fields was completed. Soybeans planted was 87 percent as of 
Sunday, June 27, compared to 75 percent last year, and 89 percent for the 5 year 
average. Emerged soybean height was at 10 inches. The condition of the emerged 
soybeans also improved with 4 percent rated as poor, 22 percent fair, 54 percent 
good, and 20 percent excellent.

TOBACCO: The majority of the tobacco crop is in good to excellent condition, 
with a few scattered areas in the State reporting blue mold or black shank 
problems. Farmers were cultivating the tobacco last week with little tobacco 
being reset. Tobacco height was 49 percent under 12 inches, 34 percent was 
between 12 to 24 inches, and 17 percent was over 24 inches. Condition of the set 
tobacco was rated as 2 percent very poor, 8 percent poor, 22 percent fair, 55 
percent good, and 13 percent excellent.

SMALL GRAINS: After weeks of rain, farmers took advantage of the sunshine to 
harvest the small grains. Barley harvested reached 97 percent by Sunday, June 
27, compared with 95 percent last year, and 97 percent for the average. Wheat 
harvested was 72 percent by the end of the week, compared with last year’s 55 
percent and the average of 77 percent. Wheat yields and test weights may decline 
with the earlier delays in harvest and reports of head scab.

OTHER CROPS: The drier week provided farmers the opportunity to cut and bale 
their hay. Some of the first cut hay has become over mature. Pastures across the 
State are in good to excellent condition, with their condition rated as 1 
percent very poor, 2 percent poor, 15 percent fair, 60 percent good, and 22 
percent excellent. Grain sorghum planting was 87 percent complete as of Sunday, 
June 27, compared with 96 percent last year, and the average of 94 percent.

Kentucky Climate Summary For the Period June 21 to 27, 2004

Below Normal Temperatures and Below Normal Precipitation

Late May and June have been relatively warm and wet, but this week both 
temperatures and precipitation averaged below normal across the state. Rain did 
fall on Tuesday night and most of the day on Friday as cold fronts from the 
north tracked southeastward, but these showers mainly affected areas in south 
central and eastern Kentucky. Western and northern parts of the Commonwealth 
were mostly dry this week. Behind these fronts, cooler and drier air from Canada 
moved in bringing lower dew points, lower humidity values, and lots of sunshine. 
Record low temperatures were set Sunday morning in Paducah and Jackson. 

Temperatures for the period averaged 71 degrees across the state which was 4 
degrees below normal and 5 degrees cooler than the previous week. High 
temperatures averaged from 82 in the West to 78 in the East. Departure from 
normal high temperatures ranged from 7 degrees below normal in the West to 6 
degrees below normal in the East. Low temperatures averaged from 60 degrees in 
the West to 61 degrees in the East. Departure from normal low temperature ranged 
from 5 degrees below normal in the West to 2 degrees below normal in the East. 
Extreme highs were in the middle 80. Extreme lows were in the lower 50's.

Rainfall for the period totaled 0.64 inches statewide which was 0.26 inches 
below normal. Precipitation totals by climate division, West 0.09 inches, 
Central 0.38 inches, Bluegrass 0.67 inches and East 1.41 inches, which was 
-0.77, -0.54, -0.21 and +0.49 inches respectively from normal. By station, 
precipitation totals ranged from a low of 0.00 inches at Henderson and 
Williamstown to a high of 1.96 inches at Jackson.

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Kentucky Crop Weather
Issued 4:00 P.M., June 21, 2004
JMB 13-04

AGRICULTURAL NEWS: Most of Kentucky had four consecutive weeks of above normal 
rainfall. The State received an average of 1.16 inches of rain which was 0.27 
inches above normal. Due to the continued rain, farm work across the State was 
minimal. When farmers were able to get into their fields, they took the 
opportunity to set tobacco, plant soybeans, cut and bale hay, or harvest wheat. 
Topsoil moisture as of Friday, June18 was rated 1 percent short, 45 percent 
adequate, and 54 percent surplus. Subsoil moisture was 56 percent adequate, and 
44 percent surplus. Days suitable for fieldwork averaged 2.4 out of a possible 
seven.

CORN: Rain caused flooding of some corn fields. Some producers are replanting 
flooded fields. Others may not replant to corn at this late stage in the season 
but may plant sorghum instead. The condition of the emerged corn improved 
slightly from last week with 2 percent very poor, 8 percent poor, 25 percent 
fair, 42 percent good, and 23 percent excellent.

SOYBEANS: Double crop soybean planting was once again delayed due to rain across 
the State. Soybeans planted was 76 percent as of Sunday, June 20, compared to 57 
percent last year, and 76 percent for the 5 year average. Emerged soybeans 
reached 67 percent, compared with 43 percent last year and the 5 year average of 
69 percent. Soybean height was at 6 inches. Condition of the emerged soybeans 
was rated 2 percent very poor, 6 percent poor, 30 percent fair, 50 percent good, 
and 12 percent excellent.

TOBACCO: Eighty-seven percent of the burley tobacco has been set as of Sunday, 
June 20, compared with 74 percent last year and 90 percent for the 5 year 
average. Eighty-five percent of the dark tobacco had been set, compared to 91 
percent last year, and the 5 year average of 95 percent. Tobacco height was 70 
percent under 12 inches, 24 percent was between 12 to 24 inches, and 6 percent 
was over 24 inches. Condition of the set tobacco was rated as 2 percent very 
poor, 10 percent poor, 26 percent fair, 53 percent good, and 9 percent 
excellent. Blue mold as well as a few other diseases have been reported in 
several central areas of the State.

SMALL GRAINS: Barley harvested reached 94 percent completed by Sunday, June 20, 
compared with 82 percent last year, and 92 percent for the average. Wheat 
harvest was 32 percent completed by the end of the week, compared with last 
year’s 19 percent and the average of 43 percent. The wheat harvest continues to 
be delayed due to the wet weather conditions. Wheat yields and test weights may 
decline with the delays in harvesting.

OTHER CROPS: It has been difficult to cut and bale hay this summer due to the 
persistent rain. Eighteen percent of the second cutting of alfalfa hay has been 
completed. Pasture conditions were rated 3 percent poor, 14 percent fair, 59 
percent good, and 24 percent excellent. Grain sorghum planting was 82 percent as 
of Sunday, June 20, compared with 80 percent last year and the average of 83 
percent.

Kentucky Climate Summary For the Period June 14 to 20, 2004

Above Normal Temperatures and Above Normal Precipitation

Both temperatures and precipitation averaged above normal for the second week in 
a row. Average precipitation values have been above normal for the past 4 weeks. 
The majority of the week was spent in a weather pattern that Kentucky has seen 
all season. Flood watches were issued on Monday and Tuesday as a disturbance 
from the Gulf of Mexico brought some locally heavy rains to eastern parts of the 
state. Humid conditions were a problem this week as dew point temperatures were 
consistently in the lower and middle 70's keeping humidity values above 70%, 
which are not ideal drying conditions. Afternoon thundershowers did not 
facilitate drying as just about every part of the state had some rain during the 
week. The last weekend of spring was much improved as a high pressure from 
Canada settled over the state. Under sunny skies, highs barely made it to the 80 
degree mark, and with dew points dropping into the 50's, conditions were ideal. 

Temperatures for the period averaged 76 degrees across the state which was 2 
degrees above normal and 0 degrees warmer than the previous week. High 
temperatures averaged from 85 in the West to 82 in the East. Departure from 
normal high temperatures ranged from 2 degrees below normal in the West to 1 
degree below normal in the East. Low temperatures averaged from 68 degrees in 
the West to 68 degrees in the East. Departure from normal low temperature ranged 
from 5 degrees above normal in the West to 5 degrees above normal in the East. 
Extreme high temperatures were in the lower 90's. Extreme low temperatures were 
in the middle 50's.

Rainfall for the period totaled 1.16 inches statewide which was 0.27 inches 
above normal. Precipitation totals by climate division, West 1.21 inches, 
Central 1.03 inches, Bluegrass 0.85 inches and East 1.56 inches, which was 
+0.35, +0.11, -0.02 and +0.64 inches respectively from normal. By station, 
precipitation totals ranged from a low of 0.26 inches at Covington to a high of 
2.60 inches at Jackson.

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Kentucky Crop Weather
Issued 4:00 P.M., June 14, 2004 RPT 12-04

AGRICULTURAL NEWS: Most of Kentucky had three consecutive weeks of above normal 
rainfall. Up to 11 inches was received during the during the last 4 weeks in 
several areas, over 7 inches above normal. Amounts received this week ranged 
from none to more than 2 inches with an average of 1.04 inches statewide, 0.15 
inches above normal. Temperatures averaged 4 degrees above normal and 8 degrees 
warmer than the previous week. Topsoil moisture as of Friday, June 11 was rated 
4 percent short, 70 percent adequate and 26 percent surplus. Subsoil moisture 
was 4 percent short, 75 percent adequate and 21 percent surplus. Days suitable 
for fieldwork averaged 4.4 out of a possible seven. During the drier days, wheat 
and hay harvest, planting soybeans, setting tobacco, and applying fertilizer 
were the major farm activities.

CORN: Corn planting is complete except for several thousand acres which will be 
replanted if weather conditions permit. As of Sunday, June 13, 97 percent of the 
planted acreage had emerged, compared with 86 percent a year ago, and the 
average of 95 percent. Emerged corn remained in fair to excellent condition, 
with percent 4 very poor, 9 percent poor, 21 percent fair, 43 percent good and 
23 percent excellent. Some producers may switch to grain sorghum instead of corn 
if wet weather prevents planting corn in the next week to 10 days.

SOYBEANS: Seeding advanced to 65 percent completed by Sunday, June 13. This 
compares with 51 percent seeded last year, and the average of 69 percent. About 
55 percent of planted acreage had emerged, compared with 34 percent a year ago 
and the average of 59 percent. Planting of double crop beans is underway as 
wheat and barley harvest is completed. Condition of emerged soybeans was rated 3 
percent very poor, 5 percent poor, 26 percent fair, 51 percent good, and 15 
percent excellent.

TOBACCO: Tobacco setting made good progress between showers. Producers reported 
85 percent of burley had been transplanted by Sunday, June 13 compared with 64 
percent a year ago and the average of 83 percent. Dark tobacco acreage reached 
80 percent set, compared with 84 percent last year and the average of 87 
percent. Condition of set tobacco was reported 1 percent very poor, 9 percent 
poor, 24 percent fair, 58 percent good, and 8 percent excellent. Most tobacco 
plants were small with 68 percent under 12 inches in height, 28 percent from 
12-24 inches tall, and 4 percent over 24 inches in height. Blue mold concerns 
continue in central Kentucky. Wet conditions make it difficult to control weeds 
and disease.

SMALL GRAINS: Barley harvest reached 80 percent complete by Sunday, June 13, 
compared with 55 percent a year ago and the average of 72 percent. Wheat harvest 
was 10 percent completed by the end of the week. This compares with 6 percent a 
year ago and 13 percent for the average. Some early test weights are light. Head 
scab and lodging will reduce the quality of the crop. As of Friday, June 11, 
wheat was reported mostly fair to excellent condition with 1 percent very poor, 
9 percent poor, 29 percent fair, 44 percent good and 17 percent excellent.

OTHER CROPS: Getting the first cutting of hay out of the field continues to be 
difficult. The quality of cut hay is marginal because of the very poor curing 
conditions and the maturity of the crop. Pastures were in good to excellent 
condition and were rated 2 percent poor, 15 percent fair, 56 percent good and 27 
percent excellent. Grain sorghum planting was 81 percent complete by the end of 
the week, ahead of both last year and average.

Kentucky Climate Summary For the Period June 7 to 13, 2004

Above Normal Temperatures and Above Normal Precipitation

Temperatures returned to above normal values once again this week, and average 
precipitation values were above normal for the third week in a row. High dew 
point temperatures this week kept conditions warm and muggy. In the morning 
hours heavy dew and fog were present due to the moist atmospheric conditions. 
Combined with afternoon temperatures in the middle to upper 80's and lower 90's 
thunderstorms developed bringing locally heavy rains. Most of the state had rain 
on Saturday as a frontal boundary passed across Kentucky. Along with heavy rains 
and thunderstorms, some tornadoes were reported. Sunday was sunnier and drier 
until the afternoon when more storms developed across the region continuing the 
weather pattern from earlier in the week.

Temperatures for the period averaged 76 degrees across the state which was 4 
degrees above normal and 8 degrees warmer than the previous week. High 
temperatures averaged from 88 in the West to 84 in the East. Departure from 
normal high temperatures ranged from 1 degree above normal in the West to 2 
degrees above normal in the East. Low temperatures averaged from 68 degrees in 
the West to 65 degrees in the East. Departure from normal low temperature ranged 
from 5 degrees above normal in the West to 3 degrees above normal in the East. 
Extreme highs were in the lower 90's. Extreme lows were in the upper 50's.

Rainfall for the period totaled 1.04 inches statewide which was 0.15 inches 
above normal. Precipitation totals by climate division, West 1.25 inches, 
Central 1.28 inches, Bluegrass 1.22 inches and East 0.43 inches, which was 
+0.40, +0.36, +0.34 and -0.49 inches respectively from normal. By station, 
precipitation totals ranged from a low of 0.00 inches at Somerset to a high of 
2.33 inches at Paducah.

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Kentucky Crop Weather
Issued 4:00 P.M., June 7, 2004
RPT 11-04

AGRICULTURAL NEWS: Above normal rainfall, especially in Eastern Kentucky 
continued to hamper agricultural activities. Rainfall amounts during the week 
ranged from 0.35 to nearly 4 inches with an average of 1.79 inches statewide, 
.87 inches above normal. Days suitable for fieldwork averaged only 2.4 out of a 
possible seven. Topsoil moisture as of Friday, June 4 was 47 percent adequate 
and 53 percent surplus. Subsoil moisture was 56 percent adequate and 44 percent 
surplus. Several thousand acres of crops in low lying areas have been flooded 
out and will need to be replanted. Moisture stress on crops has made them more 
susceptible to disease and hampered weed control. Much of the hay is over mature 
and too wet for harvest. Tobacco producers are having trouble maintaining viable 
transplants in beds and greenhouses in some areas due to blue mold presence.

CORN: Corn planting was nearing completion by Sunday, June 6, with 99 percent in 
the ground. A year ago, 92 percent had been planted with 96 percent for the 
average. Much of the flooded acreage will be replanted if fields dry out in 
time. About 95 percent of the planted acreage had emerged, compared with 84 
percent a year ago, and the average of 91 percent. Emerged corn remained in fair 
to excellent condition, with 8 percent very poor, 11 percent poor, 22 percent 
fair, 41 percent good and 18 percent excellent. Height of the most advanced 
fields averaged 46 inches statewide, while average height of emerged corn was 27 
inches.

SOYBEANS: As of Sunday, June 6, 56 percent of the crop had been seeded compared 
with 38 percent a year ago, and the average of 60 percent. About 45 percent of 
planted acreage had emerged, compared with last year’s 20 percent and the 
average of 49. Condition of emerged soybeans was rated 1 percent very poor, 8 
percent poor, 34 percent fair, 47 percent good and 10 percent excellent.

TOBACCO: Tobacco setting progress was slow due to wet soils and problems with 
viable transplants. Producers reported 62 percent of burley had been 
transplanted by Sunday, June 6, compared with 55 percent a year ago and the 
average of 73 percent. Dark tobacco acreage reached 65 percent set, compared 
with 73 percent last year and the average of 74. Blue mold has remained a 
concern in central Kentucky. Controlling the size of plants in greenhouses is 
causing problems for many producers along with finding disease free transplants 
to set. Some resetting will be required in flooded areas, especially in Eastern 
Kentucky. Condition of set tobacco was reported as 2 percent very poor, 10 
percent poor, 29 percent fair, 52 percent good, and 7 percent excellent. Most 
tobacco plants were small with 81 percent under 12 inches in height, 18 percent 
from 12-24 inches tall, and just 1 percent over 24 inches in height.

SMALL GRAINS: Barley harvest reached 60 percent complete by Sunday, June 6, 
compared with 43 percent a year ago and the average of 37 percent. Wheat harvest 
is just beginning with 3 percent complete at the end of the week. There is 
considerable concern that head scab and blight may reduce yield and test weight. 
As of Friday, June 4, wheat was reported mostly fair to excellent condition with 
2 percent very poor, 10 percent poor, 25 percent fair, 46 percent good and 17 
percent excellent.

OTHER CROPS: Hay harvest continues to be difficult. Poor curing conditions will 
reduce hay quality, and much of the standing crop is very mature. Pastures were 
in good to excellent condition and were rated 1 percent very poor, 3 percent 
poor, 14 percent fair, 55 percent good and 27 percent excellent. Grain sorghum 
planting advanced to 80 percent complete during the week, ahead of both last 
year and average.

Kentucky Climate Summary For the Period May 31 to June 6, 2004

Below Normal Temperatures and Above Normal Precipitation

Another batch of severe weather came through Kentucky on Tuesday as severe 
thunderstorms rolled across the state bringing more rain to areas that did not 
need it. Skies cleared up momentarily during the middle of the week and 
temperatures cooled down as highs stayed in the 70's and lows dropped into the 
50's. Overnight Thursday and during the day on Friday a batch of rain moved 
across eastern Kentucky prompting a flood watch and several flood warnings to be 
issued. The weather improved over the weekend as north winds brought cooler 
drier air to the region. This kept highs in the 70's and skies mostly clear. 
This is the second consecutive week of above normal rainfall. This is the first 
week since the beginning of May that temperatures have averaged below normal.

Temperatures for the period averaged 68 degrees across the state which was 3 
degrees below normal and 5 degrees cooler than the previous week. High 
temperatures averaged from 80 in the West to 76 in the East. Departure from 
normal high temperatures ranged from 5 degrees below normal in the West to 5 
degrees below normal in the East. Low temperatures averaged from 60 degrees in 
the West to 57 degrees in the East. Departure from normal low temperature ranged 
from 2 degrees below normal in the West to 3 degrees below normal in the East. 
Extreme highs were in the middle 80's. Extreme lows were in the upper 40's.

Rainfall for the period totaled 1.79 inches statewide which was 0.87 inches 
above normal. Precipitation totals by climate division, West 1.18 inches, 
Central 1.64 inches, Bluegrass 1.41 inches and East 2.93 inches, which was 0.29, 
0.69, 0.51 and 2.00 inches respectively above normal. By station, precipitation 
totals ranged from a low of 0.35 inches at Williamstown to a high of 3.95 inches 
at Somerset.

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Kentucky Crop Weather
Issued 4:00 P.M., June 1, 2004
RPT 10-04

AGRICULTURAL NEWS: Heavy thunderstorms on Thursday and Sunday caused rivers and 
streams to rise, damaging crops in low lying areas. Strong winds, including 
tornadoes, caused damage to buildings and some fall seeded crops. Rainfall 
amounts during the week ranged from 2.1 to nearly 7 inches with an average of 
3.93 inches statewide, nearly 3 times the normal amount. Much of the moisture 
was torrential rains with the severe weather on Thursday and Sunday. Storms 
brought all fieldwork to a halt at the end of the week. Days suitable for 
fieldwork averaged 2.7 out of a possible seven with most of the work done early 
in the week. Harvesting hay when possible, planting soybeans and replanting corn 
were major farm activities this week. Topsoil moisture as of Friday, May 28 was 
rated 1 percent short, 40 percent adequate and 59 percent surplus. Subsoil 
moisture was rated 1 percent short, 60 percent adequate and 39 percent surplus.

CORN: Corn planting was nearly complete by Sunday, May 30, with 98 percent in 
the ground. A year ago, 85 percent had been planted with 91 percent for the 
average. River bottoms are flooding and fields may need to be replanted, some 
for the second time. About 93 percent of the planted acreage had emerged, 
compared with 79 percent a year ago, and the average of 85 percent. Emerged corn 
was in fair to excellent condition, with 1 percent very poor, 8 percent poor, 28 
percent fair, 40 percent good and 23 percent excellent. Height of the most 
advanced fields averaged 31 inches statewide, while average height of emerged 
corn was 19 inches.

SOYBEANS: As of Sunday, May 30, about 45 percent of the crop had been seeded 
compared with 21 percent a year ago, and the average of 46 percent. About 36 
percent of planted acreage had emerged, compared with last years 12 percent and 
the average of 36 percent. Condition of emerged soybeans was rated 4 percent 
poor, 30 percent fair, 51 percent good, and 15 percent excellent.

TOBACCO: More than half of the intended burley acreage had been set by May 30. 
Producers reported 53 percent of the crop had been transplanted compared with 36 
percent a year ago and the average of 55 percent. Dark tobacco acreage was 50 
percent set, compared with 48 percent last year and the average of 58 percent. 
Blue mold has become active in central Kentucky, mainly in greenhouses. 
Condition of set tobacco was reported as 1 percent very poor, 6 percent poor, 25 
percent fair, 54 percent good, and 14 percent excellent.

SMALL GRAINS: Barley harvest was just beginning with 7 percent combined by 
Sunday, May 30. Wheat harvest is expected to begin in southern Kentucky in about 
two weeks. Wet weather and high wind caused some lodging, along with some 
concern that head scab may affect yield and test weight. As of Friday, May 28, 
wheat condition was reported as 7 percent poor, 26 percent fair, 49 percent good 
and 18 percent excellent.

OTHER CROPS: Hay harvest has been difficult given the wet conditions but some 
hay was put up early in the week. Hay crops were rated 2 percent very poor, 7 
percent poor, 33 percent fair, 43 percent good, and 15 percent excellent. 
Pastures were in good to excellent condition and were rated 1 percent very poor, 
3 percent poor, 16 percent fair, 56 percent good and 24 percent excellent. Grain 
sorghum planting advanced to 75 percent complete during the week ahead of both 
last year and average.

Kentucky Climate Summary For the Period May 24 to May 30, 2004

Above Normal Temperatures and Above Normal Precipitation

Kentucky had a severe weather outbreak several days this week. All week 
scattered thunderstorms affected Kentucky due to a stationary front draped 
across the Ohio River Valley. Significant rainfall amounts were measured across 
the state. The first round of severe weather came Thursday night as the front 
sagged south across Kentucky. Numerous tornadoes, severe thunderstorms, and the 
damage caused by them were observed across the state. Skies cleared later on 
Friday, but flooding and mudslides were still a problem. After a dry Saturday, a 
cold front approached from the west early Sunday. Again, tornadoes, severe 
thunderstorms, high winds, and flooding ravaged Kentucky. Some locales have 
received as much as 8 inches of rain in just the past week. This week is the 4th 
consecutive week with temperatures above normal. This week was the wettest week 
of the year (so far), with the state averaging 2.87 inches of rain above normal.

Temperatures for the period averaged 73 degrees across the state which was 3 
degrees above normal and 2 degrees cooler than the previous week. High 
temperatures averaged from 83 in the West to 80 in the East. Departure from 
normal high temperatures ranged from 0 degrees from normal in the West to 1 
degree above normal in the East. Low temperatures averaged from 66 degrees in 
the West to 63 degrees in the East. Departure from normal low temperature ranged 
from 6 degrees above normal in the West to 5 degrees above normal in the East. 
Extreme highs were in the upper 80's. Extreme lows were in the middle 50's.

Rainfall for the period totaled 3.93 inches statewide which was 2.87 inches 
above normal. Precipitation totals by climate division, West 2.20 inches, 
Central 4.46 inches, Bluegrass 5.18 inches and East 3.90 inches, which was 1.09, 
3.35, 4.15 and 2.90 inches respectively above normal. By station, precipitation 
totals ranged from a low of 2.12 inches at Cumberland Gap to a high of 6.76 
inches at Bardstown.

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Kentucky Crop Weather
Issued 4:00 P.M., May 24, 2004
MLF 9-04

AGRICULTURAL NEWS: Farmers were anxious to get into their fields in between 
breaks in the wet weather. Temperatures for the period averaged 75 degrees, 7 
degrees above normal and 5 degrees warmer than the previous week. Rainfall 
totaled 0.68 inches statewide, which was 0.38 inches above normal. Main farming 
activities included putting up hay, finishing corn planting, setting tobacco, 
and planting soybeans. Topsoil moisture , as of Friday, May 21, was rated 1 
percent very short, 7 percent short, 72 percent adequate and 20 percent surplus. 
Subsoil moisture , was rated 2 percent very short, 9 percent short, 78 percent 
adequate, and 11 percent surplus. Days suitable for fieldwork averaged 3.8 out 
of a possible 7 days.

SMALL GRAINS: As of Friday, May 21, wheat condition was rated 2 percent poor, 18 
percent fair, 56 percent good, and 24 percent excellent. Farmers began reporting 
grain lodging and damage due to the wet weather. The earliest date farmers 
expect wheat harvest to begin is June 17th. Harvest of the barley crop is 
expected to begin around May 29th.

TOBACCO: Farmers were setting their burley and dark tobacco as soil conditions 
permitted. As of Sunday, May 23, burley tobacco set was 38 percent complete, 17 
percent ahead of the previous year and 2 percent above average. Dark tobacco was 
26 percent set, 3 percent ahead of the previous year but 14 percent behind 
average. Condition of the set tobacco crop was 2 percent poor, 21 percent fair, 
68 percent good, and 9 percent excellent.

CORN AND SOYBEANS: Planting progress continued to be hampered last week by 
rainfall and wet field conditions. Many areas still need to be replanted. As of 
Sunday, May 23, farmers had planted 96 percent of their intended corn acreage, 
14 percent ahead of last year, and 9 percent above average. Emerged corn reached 
86 percent, ahead of the 73 percent last year and the five year average of 79 
percent. Average emerged corn height was 11 inches with the most advanced fields 
20 inches tall. As of Friday, the corn emerged condition rated 2 percent very 
poor, 5 percent poor, 21 percent fair, 48 percent good and 24 percent excellent. 
Soybeans were 35 percent planted, 21 percent ahead of last year, and equal to 
the five year average. Emerged soybeans were 28 percent, compared to 6 percent 
last year and a five year average of 22 percent.

OTHER CROPS: Hay was harvested as the weather permitted. There is still a lot 
left to be cut. Hay crop condition was 1 percent very poor, 2 percent poor, 20 
percent fair, 55 percent good, and 22 percent excellent. Pasture condition was 
rated 1 percent very poor, 2 percent poor, 18 percent fair, 55 percent good, and 
24 percent excellent. Grain sorghum was 40 percent planted, compared to 8 
percent last year, and the five year average of 36 percent.

Kentucky Climate Summary For the Period May 17 to 23, 2004

Above Normal Temperatures and Below Normal Precipitation

Most of the rain that fell this week occurred at the beginning of the week. Warm 
humid air and instability in the atmosphere allowed scattered thunderstorms to 
develop. Rainfall was locally heavy with some flooding occurring. Most of the 
storms were across the central and eastern Kentucky, leaving western areas dry 
for the week. By midweek a high pressure system moved in across the southeastern 
US. This kept most of the rain north of Kentucky. Highs all week were in the 
80's, and lows were generally in the upper 60's and lower 70's. Dew point 
temperatures in the 60's and 70's kept conditions humid for the whole week.

Temperatures for the period averaged 75 degrees across the state which was 7 
degrees above normal and 5 degrees warmer than the previous week. High 
temperatures averaged from 85 in the West to 83 in the East. Departure from 
normal high temperatures ranged from 3 degrees above normal in the West to 6 
degrees above normal in the East. Low temperatures averaged from 67 degrees in 
the West to 63 degrees in the East. Departure from normal low temperature ranged 
from 10 degrees above normal in the West to 7 degrees above normal in the East. 
Extreme highs were in the upper 80's. Extreme lows were in the upper 50's.

Rainfall for the period totaled 0.68 inches statewide which was 0.38 inches 
below normal. Precipitation totals by climate division, West 0.27 inches, 
Central 0.67 inches, Bluegrass 0.81 inches and East 0.97 inches, which was 0.83, 
0.44, 0.21 and 0.04 inches respectively below normal. By station, precipitation 
totals ranged from a low of 0.00 inches at Princeton to a high of 2.14 inches at 
Quicksand.

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Kentucky Crop Weather
Issued 4:00 P.M., May 17, 2004
MLF 8-04

AGRICULTURAL NEWS: Scattered thunderstorms across the state limited farming 
activities in most areas. Temperatures averaged 70 degrees, 5 degrees above 
normal and 6 degrees warmer than the previous week. Rainfall totaled 1.57 inches 
statewide, 0.51 inches above normal. Main farm work included cutting hay, 
planting, and field preparation where possible. Topsoil moisture, as of Friday, 
May 14, was rated 2 percent very short, 14 percent short, 64 percent adequate 
and 20 percent surplus. Subsoil moisture, was rated 1 percent very short, 8 
percent short, 79 percent adequate, and 12 percent surplus. Days suitable for 
fieldwork averaged 4.7 out of a possible 7 days. Several farmers reported 
sightings of the periodical Cicadas which may affect small fruit trees.

SMALL GRAINS: As of Friday, May 14, wheat condition was rated 3 percent poor, 17 
percent fair, 53 percent good, and 27 percent excellent. Most farmers are 
predicting good to excellent yields with minimal disease activity. Barley yellow 
dwarf has been reported in some areas.

TOBACCO: As of Sunday, May 16, burley tobacco set was 19 percent, 9 percent 
ahead of the previous year, and 2 percent above average. Dark tobacco was 15 
percent set, 7 percent ahead of the previous year, and 3 percent behind average. 
Condition of the set tobacco crop was 2 percent poor, 16 percent fair, 70 
percent good, and 12 percent excellent. Most greenhouses still have a good 
supply of plants.

CORN AND SOYBEANS: Planting progress continued. Corn is being replanted in many 
areas as a result of the cooler April temperatures or flooding. As of Sunday, 
May16, corn producers have planted 92 percent of their acres, 17 percent ahead of 
last year, and 12 percent above average. Corn emerged was 80 percent, 14 percent 
ahead of last year, and 12 percent above the 5 year average. Corn emerged 
condition rated 1 percent very poor, 4 percent poor, 23 percent fair, 51 percent 
good and 21 percent excellent. Soybeans were 20 percent planted, 10 percent ahead 
of last year, and 1 percent behind average. Soybeans emerged were 6 percent.

OTHER CROPS: Hay cutting was the main farm activity in areas not affected by 
rain. Due to spring rains, some of the crop is over-mature and farmers are 
expecting a much lower yield than last year. Hay crop condition was 1 percent very 
poor, 3 percent poor, 21 percent fair, 54 percent good, and 21 percent 
excellent. Pasture condition was rated 1 percent very poor, 2 percent poor, 18 
percent fair, 56 percent good, and 23 percent excellent. Sorghum planted was 11 
percent. Strawberry size reported was 44 percent small, 41 percent medium, 15 
percent large.

Kentucky Climate Summary For the Period May 10 to 16, 2004

Above Normal Temperatures and Above Normal Precipitation

This week was warm, humid, and wet. During the week, high temperatures climbed 
into the 80's, and low temperatures were mainly at or above 60 degrees. 
Thunderstorms, some severe, formed during the daytime hours dropping locally 
heavy rains. This pattern was present all week. More rain came during the 
weekend as a cold front trekked across Kentucky bringing an inch or more rain to 
many locales. Four of the past five weeks have brought above normal rainfall 
amounts to the Bluegrass State. 

Temperatures for the period averaged 70 degrees across the state which was 5 
degrees above normal and 6 degrees warmer than the previous week. High 
temperatures averaged from 77 in the West to 80 in the East. Departure from 
normal high temperatures ranged from 3 degrees below normal in the West to 5 
degrees above normal in the East. Low temperatures averaged from 61 degrees in 
the West to 61 degrees in the East. Departure from normal low temperature ranged 
from 6 degrees above normal in the West to 7 degrees above normal in the East. 
Extreme highs were in the middle 80's. Extreme lows were in the middle 50's.

Precipitation (liq. equ.) for the period totaled 1.57 inches statewide which was 
0.51 inches above normal. Precipitation totals by climate division, West 1.93 
inches, Central 2.45 inches, Bluegrass 0.87 inches and East 1.05 inches, which 
was +0.82, +1.34, -0.16 and +0.05 inches respectively from normal. By station, 
precipitation totals ranged from a low of 0.22 inches at Berea to a high of 
3.09 inches at Glasgow.

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Kentucky Crop Weather
Issued 4:00 P.M., May 10, 2004
JOC 7-04

AGRICULTURAL NEWS: Cold temperatures early in the week gave way to warm dry 
weather by weeks end allowing farmers the opportunity to work in their fields. 
Temperatures averaged 64 degrees, 1 degree above normal and 5 degrees warmer 
than the previous week. Rainfall totaled 0.16 inches statewide, 0.90 inches below 
normal. Topsoil moisture, as of Friday, May 7 was rated one percent very short, 
4 percent short, 79 percent adequate and 16 percent surplus. Subsoil moisture, 
was rated one percent very short, 6 percent short, 77 percent adequate and 16 
percent surplus. Days suitable for fieldwork averaged 4.4 out of a possible 7 
days.

SMALL GRAINS: Wheat condition was rated one percent very poor, 2 percent poor, 
15 percent fair, 54 percent good, and 28 percent excellent. Reports indicate 
that 75 percent of the wheat crop had headed, 2 percent below last year and 5 
percent below average.

TOBACCO: Transplants measured less than 2 inches in 26 percent of greenhouse and 
plant beds, 2 to 4 inches in 41 percent and 33 percent were greater than 4 
inches. As of Sunday, May 9 burley tobacco set was 5 percent, one percent above 
the previous year and 2 percent below average. Dark tobacco was 8 percent set, 7 
percent above the previous year and 2 percent above the average. Farmers 
reported 96 percent had adequate tobacco plants for setting, insufficient 
supplies were anticipated in northern and far eastern counties. 

CORN AND SOYBEANS: Corn producers have planted 89 percent of their acres, 18 
percent above last year and 16 percent above the average. Corn emerged was 68 
percent, 9 percent above last year and 11 percent above the average. Corn emerged 
rated 2 percent very poor, 4 percent poor, 20 percent fair, 53 percent good and 
21 percent excellent. Soybeans were 15 percent planted, 10 percent above last 
year and only 2 percent above the average. 

OTHER CROPS: Hay crop condition was one percent very poor, 3 percent poor, 19 
percent fair, 55 percent good, and 22 percent excellent. Pasture condition was 
rated one percent very poor, 2 percent poor, 19 percent fair, 55 percent good, 
and 23 percent excellent.

Kentucky Climate Summary For the Period May 3 to 9, 2004

Near Normal Temperatures and Below Normal Precipitation

The week began with a chill in the air. Frost advisories were issued for Monday 
and Tuesday mornings as lows in Bluegrass and Eastern Kentucky dipped into the 
lower 30's. Jackson set record lows on both mornings. During the same period, 
high temperatures were well below normal with readings only in the 50's and 
60's. By Wednesday, a high pressure system had set up across the southeastern 
US. The high pressure kept skies mostly clear, and it brought some warm air from 
the south due to southerly winds. From Thursday into Sunday highs were well into 
the 80's across the state. Temperatures were warm enough for Jackson to set a 
record high temperature on Sunday. Rainfall was absent this week. There was a 
batch of showers that moved across western and central Kentucky on Monday, but 
the remainder of the week was dry. This is the first week since early April that 
precipitation has averaged below normal.

Temperatures for the period averaged 64 degrees across the state which was 1 
degree above normal and 5 degrees warmer than the previous week. High 
temperatures averaged from 78 in the West to 76 in the East. Departure from 
normal high temperatures ranged from 0 degrees from normal in the West to 3 
degrees above normal in the East. Low temperatures averaged from 53 degrees in 
the West to 49 degrees in the East. Departure from normal low temperature ranged 
from 0 degrees from normal in the West to 3 degrees below normal in the East. 
Extreme highs were in the upper 80's. Extreme lows were in the lower 30's.

Precipitation (liq. equ.) for the period totaled 0.16 inches statewide which was 
0.90 inches below normal. Precipitation totals by climate division, West 0.40 
inches, Central 0.07 inches, Bluegrass 0.01 inches and East 0.17 inches, which 
was 0.70, 1.04, 1.01 and 0.84 inches respectively below normal. By station, 
precipitation totals ranged from a low of 0.00 inches at Bardstown to a high of 
1.15 inches at Henderson.

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Kentrucky Crop Weather
Issued 4:00 P.M., May 3, 2004
JOC 6-04

AGRICULTURAL NEWS: The week started off with cooler temperatures before warm wet 
weather settled in for the weekend. Temperatures averaged 59 degrees, 2 degrees 
below normal and 7 degrees below the previous week’s average. Rainfall totaled 
1.37 inches statewide, 0.37 inches above normal. Topsoil moisture, as of Friday, 
April 30 was rated 1 percent short, 70 percent adequate, and 29 percent surplus. 
Subsoil moisture, was rated 3 percent short, 77 percent adequate, and 20 percent 
surplus. Days suitable for fieldwork averaged 3.3 out of a possible 7 days.

SMALL GRAINS: Wheat condition was rated 2 percent poor, 17 percent fair, 54 
percent good, and 27 percent excellent. Reports indicate that 31 percent of the 
wheat crop had headed, 7 percent behind last year and 17 percent behind average.

TOBACCO: Transplants less than 2 inches at 42 percent, 2 to 4 inches at 38 
percent and 20 percent were greater than 4 inches. As of Sunday, May 2 burley 
tobacco set was 2 percent, the same as last year and the average. Dark tobacco 
was 2 percent set, 1 percent ahead of last year, and equal to the average.

CORN AND SOYBEANS: A few days of dry weather the middle of the week gave some 
farmers a chance to plant their crops between rain showers. Corn producers have 
planted 78 percent of their acres, 12 percent ahead of last year and 14 percent 
above the average. Corn emerged was 50 percent, 5 percent ahead of last year and 
11 percent ahead of the average. Corn emerged rated 6 percent poor, 22 percent 
fair, 51 percent good and 21 percent excellent. Soybeans were 8 percent planted, 
5 percent above last year and 2 percent ahead of the average.

OTHER CROPS: Hay crop condition was 1 percent very poor, 2 percent poor, 23 
percent fair, 51 percent good, and 23 percent excellent. Pasture condition was 
rated 2 percent poor, 20 percent fair, 55 percent good, and 23 percent 
excellent. Nitrogen supplies were reported as generally adequate statewide.

Kentucky Climate Summary For the Period April 26 to May 2, 2004

Below Normal Temperatures and Above Normal Precipitation

The last week of April was wet and cool. A cold front moved east out of the 
state early on Monday clearing skies but keeping temperatures low due to 
northwest winds bringing cold air to the region from Canada. Due to the presence 
of a strong high pressure system, temperatures dropped into the 30's on 
Wednesday morning prompting frost and freeze warnings for the bluegrass and 
eastern parts of Kentucky. By Wednesday afternoon, winds shifted to the south 
bringing warmer air our way keeping highs in the 70's through Saturday. The 
majority of the rain received this week occurred from Thursday night into Sunday 
afternoon when another cold front moved through Kentucky, which brought clearer 
skies and cooler temperatures. This is the third consecutive week in which rainfall
amounts have averaged above normal.

Temperatures for the period averaged 59 degrees across the state which was 2 
degrees below normal and 7 degrees cooler than the previous week. High 
temperatures averaged from 71 in the West to 70 in the East. Departure from 
normal high temperatures ranged from 4 degrees below normal in the West to 1 
degree below normal in the East. Low temperatures averaged from 49 degrees in 
the West to 48 degrees in the East. Departure from normal low temperature ranged 
from 2 degrees below normal in the West to 1 degree below normal in the East. 
Extreme highs were in the upper 70's. Extreme lows were in the lower 30's.

Precipitation (liq. equ.) for the period totaled 1.37 inches statewide which was 
0.37 inches above normal. Precipitation totals by climate division, West 1.27 
inches, Central 1.59 inches, Bluegrass 1.41 inches and East 1.24 inches, which 
was 0.18, 0.55, 0.44 and 0.30 inches respectively above normal. By station, 
precipitation totals ranged from a low of 0.83 inches at Henderson to a high of 
2.05 inches at Hardinsburg.

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Kentucky Crop Weather
Issued 4:00 P.M., April 26, 2004
JOC 5-04

AGRICULTURAL NEWS: Above normal temperatures and precipitation prevailed for the 
week. Rain most of the week hampered farmers efforts to work in the fields. 
Temperatures averaged 66 degrees, 7 degrees above normal and 11 degrees above the 
previous week’s average. Rainfall totaled 2.07 inches statewide, over an inch 
above normal. Topsoil moisture, as of Friday, April 23 was rated 1 percent 
veryshort, 4 percent short, 48 percent adequate, and 47 percent surplus. Subsoil 
moisture, was rated 2 percent very short, 7 percent short, 65 percent adequate, 
and 26 percent surplus. Days suitable for fieldwork averaged 3 out of a possible 
7 days.

SMALL GRAINS: As of Friday, April 23 wheat condition was 1 percent very poor, 2 
percent poor, 17 percent fair, 54 percent good, and 26 percent excellent. 
Reports indicate that 8 percent of the wheat crop was headed, 1 percent ahead 
of last year and 8 percent behind the average.

TOBACCO: Plants grown in traditional plant beds were 7 percent, while 93 percent 
were seeded in greenhouses and float beds. As of Sunday, April 25 transplants 
measuring less than 2 inches were 62 percent, 2 to 4 inches were 28 percent and 
10 percent were greater than 4 inches.

CORN AND SOYBEANS: A couple days of dry weather the first of the week allowed 
some farmers a short window to plant their crops before rain showers started. 
Corn producers have seeded 72 percent of their acres, 19 percent ahead of last 
year and 24 percent above the average. Corn emerged was 33 percent, 6 percent 
ahead of last year and 11 percent above the average. Corn emerged rated 1 
percent very poor, 3 percent poor, 29 percent fair, 53 percent good and 14 
percent excellent. Soybeans were 3 percent planted, compared with 2 percent last 
year and 2 percent for the average.

OTHER CROPS: Pasture condition was rated 2 percent poor, 21 percent fair, 57 
percent good, and 20 percent excellent. The expected date of the first alfalfa 
cutting is May 7. The strawberry crop was 6 percent poor, 19 percent fair, 60 
percent good and 15 percent excellent.

Kentucky Climate Summary For the Period April 19 to 25, 2004

Above Normal Temperatures and Above Normal Precipitation

April showers were commonplace this week across Kentucky. Due to a persistent 
upper level trough, fronts stalled across the Ohio River Valley allowing rain 
and thunderstorms to bring some beneficial rain to the Bluegrass State. Flood 
warnings were issued several times for counties in south central Kentucky. 
Temperatures were relatively steady during the week since we remained in the 
warm air south of the stationary front. This is the second consecutive week where 
rainfall amounts across the state have been above normal. This is the first week 
since the last week in March where average temperature values have been above 
normal.

Temperatures for the period averaged 66 degrees across the state which was 7 
degrees above normal and 11 degrees warmer than the previous week. High 
temperatures averaged from 74 in the West to 76 in the East. Departure from 
normal high temperatures ranged from 1 degree above normal in the West to 8 
degrees above normal in the East. Low temperatures averaged from 59 degrees in 
the West to 57 degrees in the East. Departure from normal low temperature ranged 
from 11 degrees above normal in the West to 10 degrees above normal in the East. 
Extreme highs were in the lower 80's. Extreme lows were in the upper 40's.

Precipitation (liq. equ.) for the period totaled 2.07 inches statewide which was 
1.08 inches above  normal. Precipitation totals by climate division, West 2.26 
inches, Central 2.92 inches, Bluegrass 2.02 inches and East 1.07 inches, which 
was 1.19, 1.92, 1.08 and 0.15 inches respectively above normal. By station, 
precipitation totals ranged from a low of 0.68 inches at Jackson to a high of 
3.76 inches at Glasgow.

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Kentucky Crop Weather
Issued 4:00 P.M., April 19, 2004 
JAO 4-04

AGRICULTURAL NEWS: Rain and a late season snowfall limited farmers fieldwork 
efforts early in the week. However, little to no crop damage was reported 
throughout the State. Temperatures averaged 55 degrees, 1 degree below normal and 1 
degree above the previous week’s average. Precipitationfor the period totaled 
1.67 inches statewide, 0.69 above normal. Topsoil moisture, as of Friday, April 16 
was rated 7 percent short, 74 percent adequate, and 19 percent surplus. Subsoil 
moisture, was rated 7 percent short, 77 percent adequate, and 16 percent 
surplus. Days suitable for fieldwork averaged 3.2 out ofa possible 7 days. 
Primary farming activities included preparing fields for planting, 
repairingfences, checking cows and spraying burndown for no-till corn.

SMALL GRAINS: As of Friday, April 16 wheat conditionwas 2percent poor, 17 
percent fair,50 percent good, and 31 percent excellent. Reports indicated wheat 
is still in good shape despite two weeks of wet weather. Barley was rated 15 
percent fair, 50 percent good, and 35 percent excellent.

TOBACCO: Plant bed and greenhouse seeding was 91 percent complete by Sunday, 
April 18. This was 2 percent above last year and 1 percent less than the 
average. Tobacco transplants had emerged in66 percent ofthe seeded beds and 
flats, 3 percent ahead oflast year, and 3 percent behind the five year average. 
Condition of transplants was 2 percent poor, 18 percent fair, 66 percent good, 
and 14 percent excellent.

CORN: Despite colder temperatures, corn planting continued at a rapid pace this 
past week. Farmers reported that most of their cornhad been planted before the 
arrival of early week precipitation. Corn producers have seeded 58 percent of 
their acres, 20 percent ahead of last year and 28 percent above the average.

LEGUMES ANDPASTURES: Pasture conditionwas rated 1 percent very poor, 4 percent 
poor, 26 percent fair, 55 percent good, and 14 percent excellent. Farmers were 
also busyseeding pastures and hayfieldslast week. The average height of alfalfa 
as of Friday, April16 was 8 inches.

Kentucky Climate Summary For the Period April 12 to 18, 2004

Near Normal Temperatures and Above Normal Precipitation

The weather at the beginning of this week was hardly Springlike. Some 
significant rainfall finally moved through Kentucky this week. Monday and most 
of Tuesday were essentially cold rainouts with highs in the 30's and 40's. 
Tuesday night temperatures dropped allowing for snow to fall in parts of central 
and western Kentucky, where some locales measured as much as 6 inches of snow. 
The last of the cold weather this week was seen Thursday morning when a frost 
advisory was issued for parts of northern and eastern Kentucky as temperatures 
dropped into the middle 30's. High pressure moved in at the end of the week 
bringing southerly winds, mostly sunny skies, and high temperatures in the 70's 
and 80's. This is the first week since March 1-7 that precipitation has averaged 
above normal for the week. This is the second consecutive week that temperatures 
have averaged near normal.  

Temperatures for the period averaged 55 degrees across the state which was 1 
degree below normal and 1 degree warmer than the previous week. High 
temperatures averaged from 68 in the West to 66 in the East. Departure from 
normal high temperatures ranged from 3 degrees below normal in the West to 1 
degree above normal in the East. Low temperatures averaged from 45 degrees in 
the West to 43 degrees in the East. Departure from normal low temperature ranged 
from 1 degree below normal in the West to 1 degree below normal in the East. 
Extreme highs were in the middle 80's. Extreme lows were in the lower 30's.

Precipitation (liq. equ.) for the period totaled 1.67 inches statewide which was 
+0.69 inches from normal. Precipitation totals by climate division, West 0.52 
inches, Central 2.15 inches, Bluegrass 1.65 inches and East 2.35 inches, which 
was -0.56, +1.15, +0.71 and +1.43 inches respectively from normal. By station, 
precipitation totals ranged from a low of 0.28 inches at Henderson to a high of 
2.99 inches at Quicksand.

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Kentucky Crop Weather
Issued 4:00 P.M., April 12, 2004
JAO 3-04

AGRICULTURAL NEWS: Dry, windy weather prevailed throughout the State the second 
week of April. Some areas reported soil moisture loss due to the dry conditions. 
Temperatures averaged 54 degrees, 5 degrees warmer than the previous week. 
Precipitation for the week totaled 0.03 inches statewide which was 0.95 inches 
below normal. Topsoil moisture as of Friday, April 9 was rated 3 percent very 
short, 23 percent short, 67 percent adequate, and 7 percent surplus. Subsoil 
moisture was rated 2 percent very short, 16 percent short, 75 percent adequate, 
and 7 percent surplus. Days suitable for fieldwork averaged 5.5 out of a 
possible 7 days. Farmers continued to seed traditional and greenhouse tobacco 
beds with some transplants beginning to emerge. Other farming activities 
included fertilizing fields, working livestock, and preparing equipment for corn 
planting. Windy conditions in most areas of the Commonwealth made spraying 
difficult.

TOBACCO: Plant bed and greenhouse seeding was 88 percent complete by Sunday, 
April 11. This compared with 80 percent in 2003 and 83 percent for the five year 
average. Tobacco transplants had emerged on 52 percent of the seeded beds and 
flats, 9 percent ahead last year, and 4 percent above the average. Farmers 
reported that transplants are on schedule for mid-May tobacco setting.

CORN: Planting was well ahead of schedule with 40 percent of the intended 
acreage completed as of Sunday, April 11 compared to 18 percent last year and 13 
percent for the five year average. Several farmers have reported ahead of 
schedule corn planting and a few even commented on a record pace due to the 
nearly ideal conditions.

SMALL GRAINS: Reports of damage to winter wheat were minimal, although most 
would welcome some warmer temperatures. Farmers report average wheat height at 
11 inches. As of Friday, April 9 winter wheat condition was 2 percent poor, 16 
percent fair, 56 percent good, and 26 percent excellent. Barley was rated 14 
percent fair, 53 percent good, and 33 percent excellent.

OTHER CROPS AND PASTURES: Fruit trees were reported at 65 percent blooming or in 
bloom. Farmers report little or no freeze damage to early blooming fruits. 
Pasture condition was rated 1 percent very poor, 8 percent poor, 31 percent 
fair, 50 percent good, and 10 percent excellent.

Kentucky Climate Summary For the Period April 5 to 11, 2004

Near Normal Temperatures and Below Average Precipitation

Monday and Tuesday nights brought temperatures below freezing causing freeze 
warnings to be issued for central and eastern areas of the Commonwealth. As a 
high pressure system moved to the east, southerly winds returned to Kentucky 
bringing warmer temperatures. Some isolated showers moved through Wednesday and 
Thursday, but again it was another dry week for Kentucky as clear skies and 
warmer temperatures returned for the weekend. The past 5 weeks have had normal
or below normal rainfall amounts.   

Temperatures for the period averaged 54 degrees across the state which was 0 
degrees from normal and 5 degrees warmer than the previous week. High 
temperatures averaged from 67 in the West to 66 in the East. Departure from 
normal high temperatures ranged from 1 degree below normal in the West to 3 
degrees above normal in the East. Low temperatures averaged from 42 degrees in 
the West to 42 degrees in the East. Departure from normal low temperature ranged 
from 2 degrees below normal in the West to 0 degrees below normal in the East.
Extreme highs were in the upper 70's. Extreme lows were in the upper 20's.

Precipitation (liq. equ.) for the period totaled 0.03 inches statewide which was 
0.95 inches below normal. Precipitation totals by climate division, West 0.06 
inches, Central 0.02 inches, Bluegrass 0.01 inches and East 0.05 inches, which 
was 1.01, 0.99, 0.93 and 0.87 inches respectively below normal. By station, 
precipitation totals ranged from a low of 0.00 inches at Bardstown to a high of 
0.12 inches at Henderson.

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Kentucky Crop Weather
Issued 4:00 P.M., April 5, 2004
JAO 2-0

AGRICULTURAL NEWS: The first week of April started with a cold front that 
included scattered rain and some persistent wind. Average temperatures across 
the State were 2 degrees below normal at 49 degrees. Precipitation for the 
period totaled 1.01 inches statewide, which was normal. Topsoil moisture as of 
Friday, April 2 was rated 3 percent short, 78 percent adequate, and 19 percent 
surplus. Subsoil moisture was rated 6 percent short, 83 percent adequate, and 11 
percent surplus. Days suitable for fieldwork averaged 2.9 out of a possible 7 
days. Farmers were busy top-dressing winter wheat and many have started planting 
corn. Approximately 47 percent of plowing and field preparation for planting was 
reported as completed. Farmers also reported fixing fences and general repairs 
to machinery as current activities.

TOBACCO: Traditional plant beds and greenhouse tobacco transplants are ahead of 
schedule and well on their way towards seeding being completed. Plant bed and 
greenhouse seeding was 73 percent complete by Sunday, April 4. This was 5 
percent ahead last year.

SMALL GRAINS & LEGUMES: A relatively mild winter helped keep Kentucky’s winter 
wheat crop in mostly good to excellent condition. Producers reported 6 percent 
of the wheat lost due to winter kill. As of Sunday, April 4 winter wheat 
condition was 1 percent poor, 17 percent fair, 60 percent good, 22 percent 
excellent. Barley acreage lost to winter kill was reported at 2 percent. Barley 
was rated 1 percent poor, 14 percent fair, 50 percent good, and 35 percent 
excellent. Losses to alfalfa and red clover stands were 3 percent and 4 percent 
respectively.

PASTURE AND LIVESTOCK: Pasture condition was rated 1 percent very poor, 6 
percent poor, 28 percent fair, 54 percent good, and 11 percent excellent. Only 
36 percent of the current roughage requirements were being met from pastures. 
Some 73 percent of the state’s farms with livestock were still using winter 
feed. Producers report that 40 percent of the winter hay supply was still on 
hand. Livestock were reported in good condition with little or no losses due to 
weather.

Kentucky Climate Summary For the Period March 29 to April 4, 2004

Below Normal Temperatures and Average Precipitation

Across Kentucky, the end of March and the beginning of April was a bit cool and 
wet. A cold front moved through on Monday bringing several days of cloudy skies 
and scattered rain showers as the upper level trough settled over the eastern 
United States. This trough also allowed for persistent northwest winds, which 
allowed cooler Canadian air to enter the region. This was evident as high 
temperatures were in the 40's and 50's for the majority of the week. The rain 
received was beneficial as rainfall amounts averaged across the state were 
normal for this time of year.

Temperatures for the period averaged 49 degrees across the state which was 2 
degrees below normal and 7 degrees cooler than the previous week. High 
temperatures averaged from 59 in the West to 56 in the East. Departure from 
normal high temperatures ranged from 7 degrees below normal in the West to 4 
degrees below normal in the East. Low temperatures averaged from 39 degrees in 
the West to 42 degrees in the East. Departure from normal low temperature ranged 
from 2 degrees below normal in the West to 3 degrees above normal in the East. 
Extreme highs were in the middle 70's. Extreme lows were in the lower 30's.

Precipitation (liq. equ.) for the period totaled 1.01 inches statewide which was 
0.00 inches from normal. Precipitation totals by climate division, West 0.61 
inches, Central 0.93 inches, Bluegrass 1.28 inches and East 1.20 inches, which 
was -0.48, -0.09, +0.32 and +0.26 inches respectively from normal. By station, 
precipitation totals ranged from a low of 0.50 inches at Mayfield to a high of 
1.98 inches at Berea.

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Kentucky Climate Summary For the Period March 22 to 28, 2004

Above Normal Temperatures and Below Normal Precipitation

The coldest day of the week was on Monday as northwest winds brought cold air 
into the region. As the high pressure moved off to the east, southerly flow 
returned to Kentucky resulting in a warming trend that lasted the remainder of 
the week. Highs were in the upper 50's on Tuesday, and by Sunday they were near 
record highs in the lower 80's. There was not much precipitation to speak of 
this week. A weak disturbance moved across north central and eastern parts of 
Kentucky on Saturday bringing some light rain showers. This was the 6th week in 
the past 7 where precipitation has averaged below normal and temperature has 
averaged at or above normal.

Temperatures for the period averaged 56 degrees across the state which was 8 
degrees above normal and 9 degrees warmer than the previous week. High 
temperatures averaged from 68 in the West to 66 in the East. Departure from 
normal high temperatures ranged from 4 degrees above normal in the West to 9 
degrees above normal in the East. Low temperatures averaged from 48 degrees in 
the West to 42 degrees in the East. Departure from normal low temperature ranged 
from 9 degrees above normal in the West to 5 degrees above normal in the East.
Extreme highs were in the lower 80's. Extreme lows were in the lower 20's. 

Precipitation (liq. equ.) for the period totaled 0.05 inches statewide which was 
0.98 inches below normal. Precipitation totals by climate division, West 0.03 
inches, Central 0.05 inches, Bluegrass 0.03 inches and East 0.10 inches, which 
was 1.09, 1.01, 0.97 and 0.86 inches respectively below normal. By station, 
precipitation totals ranged from a low of 0.00 inches at Bardstown to a high of 
0.22 inches at Quicksand. 

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Kentucky Climate Summary For the Period March 15 to 21, 2004

Near Normal Temperatures and Below Normal Precipitation

Several quick moving systems crossed Kentucky bringing clouds and rain showers. 
A cold front passage on Tuesday brought cold temperatures as Wednesday morning 
lows dropped below the freezing mark. On Thursday, more rain affected the state, 
but temperatures had rebounded into the 60's and 70's during the day. The final 
cold front moved through Saturday bringing rain and thunderstorms. Temperatures 
cooled off dramatically on Sunday allowing for scattered snow flurries to fall 
as high temperatures hovered in the 30's and 40's.

Temperatures for the period averaged 47 degrees across the state which was 1 
degree above normal and 6 degrees warmer than the previous week. High 
temperatures averaged from 60 in the West to 55 in the East. Departure from 
normal high temperatures ranged from 1 degree below normal in the West to 0 
degrees from normal in the East. Low temperatures averaged from 39 degrees in 
the West to 36 degrees in the East. Departure from normal low temperature ranged 
from 3 degrees above normal in the West to 1 degree above normal in the East. 
Extreme highs were in the middle 70's. Extreme lows were in the middle 20's.

Precipitation (liq. equ.) for the period totaled 0.81 inches statewide which was 
0.22 inches below normal. Precipitation totals by climate division, West 0.96 
inches, Central 0.86 inches, Bluegrass 0.58 inches and East 0.85 inches, which 
was 0.16, 0.20, 0.41 and 0.12 inches respectively below normal. By station, 
precipitation totals ranged from a low of 0.28 inches at Spindletop to a high of 
1.63 inches at Henderson. 

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Kentucky Climate Summary For the Period March 8 to 14, 2004

Below Normal Temperatures and Below Normal Precipitation

Much colder temperatures this week infiltrated Kentucky. A front moved through 
on Monday night causing a snow advisory to be issued for northern Kentucky. 
Winds from the north on Tuesday kept highs in the lower to mid 40's. High 
pressure was in control through the week. Some light rain showers and gusty 
winds moved across the state on Thursday. By Friday, temperatures were well 
below average again as lows dropped into the upper teens in some areas. 
Temperatures warmed into the 50's for the weekend, but the warmer weather was 
dampened by light rain early on Sunday.

Temperatures for the period averaged 41 degrees across the state which was 2 
degrees below normal and 14 degrees cooler than the previous week. High 
temperatures averaged from 55 in the West to 49 in the East. Departure from 
normal high temperatures ranged from 4 degrees below normal in the West to 3 
degrees below normal in the East. Low temperatures averaged from 33 degrees in 
the West to 30 degrees in the East. Departure from normal low temperature ranged 
from 1 degree below normal in the West to 2 degrees below normal in the East.
Extreme highs were in the lower 60's. Extreme lows were in the upper teens.

Precipitation (liq. equ.) for the period totaled 0.06 inches statewide which was 
0.97 inches below normal. Precipitation totals by climate division, West 0.05 
inches, Central 0.06 inches, Bluegrass 0.07 inches and East 0.06 inches, which 
was 1.07, 1.00, 0.92 and 0.91 inches respectively below normal. By station, 
precipitation totals ranged from a low of 0.02 inches at London to a high of 
0.12 inches at Berea.

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Kentucky Climate Summary For the Period March 1 to 7, 2004

Above Normal Temperatures and Above Normal Precipitation

March 2004 came in like a lion. The first week of March can be characterized by 
unseaonably warm temperatures and rain. The rain started on Monday with the 
passage of a front. Tuesday brought sunny skies and highs in the middle 60's. 
Clouds and rain moved in for the remainder of the workweek. Rain on Wednesday 
night and Thursday was caused by a warm front. As the warm front passed on 
Thursday, tempertures climbed into the 70's. Friday, a cold front crossed 
Kentucky. Ahead of the front strong southerly winds caused problems as gusts 
were in the 40 miles per hour range. Heavy rain and thunderstorms moved through 
Friday night causing flooding across the state. The weather was dry for most of 
the weekend, but temperatures were cooler as lows dropped back into the 30's and 
highs were in the 50's. This marks the third straight week of above normal 
temperatures. This is the first week since the beginning of February where 
precipitation amounts have been above normal. 

Temperatures for the period averaged 55 degrees across the state which was 14 
degrees above normal and 12 degrees warmer than the previous week. High 
temperatures averaged from 63 in the West to 65 in the East. Departure from 
normal high temperatures ranged from 7 degrees above normal in the West to 15 
degrees above normal in the East. Low temperatures averaged from 47 degrees in 
the West to 47 degrees in the East. Departure from normal low temperature ranged 
from 15 degrees above normal in the West to 17 degrees above normal in the East. 
Extreme highs were in the upper 70's. Extreme lows were in the middle 30's.

Precipitation (liq. equ.) for the period totaled 2.06 inches statewide which was 
1.02 inches above normal. Precipitation totals by climate division, West 1.94 
inches, Central 2.05 inches, Bluegrass 2.03 inches and East 2.21 inches, which 
was 0.82, 0.99, 1.04 and 1.24 inches respectively above normal. By station, 
precipitation totals ranged from a low of 1.25 inches at Covington to a high of 
3.02 inches at Louisville. 

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Kentucky Climate Summary For the Period February 23 to 29, 2004

Above Normal Temperatures and Below Normal Precipitation

Another dry week in the books for Kentucky at the end of February. The majority 
of precipitation this week was in the eastern part of the state as a low 
pressure system moved north across the Carolinas on Thursday. Dry mild weather 
was much more common this week. Temperatures were a bit cooler earlier in the 
week as highs were in the upper 40's. By Friday, southerly flow brought warm air 
to Kentucky pushing our highs into the 50's and 60's under clear skies. This is 
the second consecutive week with above normal temperatures. This is the third 
straight week where statewide precipitation has averaged less than 0.04 inches.

Temperatures for the period averaged 43 degrees across the state which was 4 
degrees above normal and 3 degrees warmer than the previous week. High 
temperatures averaged from 57 in the West to 54 in the East. Departure from 
normal high temperatures ranged from 3 degrees above normal in the West to 6 
degrees above normal in the East. Low temperatures averaged from 32 degrees in 
the West to 32 degrees in the East. Departure from normal low temperature ranged 
from 2 degrees above normal in the West to 3 degrees above normal in the East.
Extreme highs were in the upper 60's. Extreme lows were in the lower 20's.

Precipitation (liq. equ.) for the period totaled 0.03 inches statewide which was 
0.85 inches below normal. Precipitation totals by climate division, West 0.01 
inches, Central 0.00 inches, Bluegrass 0.00 inches and East 0.11 inches, which 
was 0.93, 0.95, 0.76 and 0.75 inches respectively below normal. By station, 
precipitation totals ranged from a low of 0.00 inches at Berea to a high of 0.19 
inches at Jackson.

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Kentucky Climate Summary For the Period February 16 to 22, 2004

Above Normal Temperatures and Below Normal Precipitation

High pressure was the dominant force in Kentucky weather this week. Weak low 
pressure systems moved through on Monday night and Friday night bringing 
isolated rain showers and clouds. The rest of the week saw sunny skies allowing 
for highs to climb above normal into the 60's on Thursday and Friday. Strong 
winds affected the state Friday and Saturday as gusts topped the 30mph mark. By 
Sunday, the winds had died down and high pressure resumed control. This is the 
second consecutive week where precipitation has been well below normal. This is 
the first week since early January that temperatures have been above normal.

Temperatures for the period averaged 40 degrees across the state which was 3 
degrees above normal and 4 degrees warmer than the previous week. High 
temperatures averaged from 53 in the West to 49 in the East. Departure from 
normal high temperatures ranged from 1 degree above normal in the West to 3 
degrees above normal in the East. Low temperatures averaged from 30 degrees in 
the West to 30 degrees in the East. Departure from normal low temperature ranged 
from 2 degrees above normal in the West to 4 degrees above normal in the East. 
Extreme highs were in the upper 60's. Extreme lows were in the upper teens.

Precipitation (liq. equ.) for the period totaled 0.04 inches statewide which was 
0.84 inches from normal. Precipitation totals by climate division, West 0.00 
inches, Central 0.01 inches, Bluegrass 0.06 inches and East 0.10 inches, which 
was 0.94, 0.95, 0.70 and 0.77 inches respectively below normal. By station, 
precipitation totals ranged from a low of 0.00 inches at Bowling Green to a high 
of 0.19 inches at London.

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Kentucky Climate Summary For the Period February 9 to 15, 2004

Near Normal Temperatures and Below Normal Precipitation

Conditions were dry across Kentucky this past week. Cold fronts moved across the 
state on Monday and Thursday, which dropped temperatures, but did not bring any 
significant precipitation. The dry weather has given the land to dry out a bit 
after the recent flooding. High pressure was the dominant force in Kentucky 
weather keeping temperatures cool and the precipitation to the south along the 
Gulf coast. This is the second consecutive week where temperatures have been
near normal. This week was the driest week we have had in 2004.

Temperatures for the period averaged 36 degrees across the state which was 0 
degrees from normal and 2 degrees warmer than the previous week. High 
temperatures averaged from 43 in the West to 45 in the East. Departure from 
normal high temperatures ranged from 6 degrees below normal in the West to 2 
degrees above normal in the East. Low temperatures averaged from 27 degrees in 
the West to 29 degrees in the East. Departure from normal low temperature ranged 
from 0 degrees from normal in the West to 5 degrees above normal in the East. 
Extreme highs were in the lower 50's. Extreme lows were in the upper teens.

Precipitation (liq. equ.) for the period totaled 0.03 inches statewide which was 
0.85 inches below normal. Precipitation totals by climate division, West 0.05 
inches, Central 0.01 inches, Bluegrass 0.00 inches and East 0.08 inches, which 
was 0.90, 0.95, 0.76 and 0.79 inches respectively below normal. By station, 
precipitation totals ranged from a low of 0.00 inches at Bardstown to a high of 
0.48 inches at Cumberland Gap.

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Kentucky Climate Summary For the Period February 2 to 8, 2004

Near Normal Temperatures and Above Normal Precipitation

With temperatures near normal for the week, the precipitation was the more 
interesting weather factor. Fronts moving through on Monday night and Thursday 
brought significant rains to the Commonwealth, with the highest totals (more 
than 4 inches) in southeastern Kentucky. Just about all areas of the state had 
more than an inch of rain. Flooding was a problem as several flood warnings were 
issued. Light snow showers moved in Saturday dusting the ground before drier 
conditions moved in for Sunday. This is the third consecutive week with 
temperatures at or below normal. This week's precipitation average was the 
greatest departure above normal so far in 2004.

Temperatures for the period averaged 34 degrees across the state which was 0 
degrees above normal and 7 degrees warmer than the previous week. High 
temperatures averaged from 38 in the West to 41 in the East. Departure from 
normal high temperatures ranged from 10 degrees below normal in the West to 0 
degrees from normal in the East. Low temperatures averaged from 27 degrees in 
the West to 29 degrees in the East. Departure from normal low temperature ranged 
from 1 degree above normal in the West to 6 above from normal in the East. 
Extreme highs were in lower 50's. Extreme lows were in the upper teens.

Precipitation (liq. equ.) for the period totaled 2.25 inches statewide which was 
1.37 inches above normal. Precipitation totals by climate division, West 1.36 
inches, Central 2.36 inches, Bluegrass 1.87 inches and East 3.43 inches, which 
was 0.41, 1.40, 1.11 and 2.56 inches respectively above normal. By station, 
precipitation totals ranged from a low of 1.17 inches at Covington to a high of 
4.62 inches at London.

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Kentucky Climate Summary: For the Period January 26 to February 1, 2004

Below Normal Temperatures and Below Normal Precipitation

Temperatures were very erratic this past week. Most of the snow and ice received 
last Sunday melted on Monday as highs south of a warm front hit the middle 60's. 
The warmer weather did not stick around as a cold front crossed Kentucky Tuesday 
morning keeping Tuesday's highs in the middle 20's. Cold temperatures hung 
around for the remainder of the week bringing lows on Saturday morning well below 
zero. Livestock cold stress was also an issue for a couple of days as wind 
chills fell below -10 degrees. The weekend was relatively nice as skies were 
mostly sunny and temperatures warmed up a bit to near normal levels by Sunday.

Temperatures for the period averaged 27 degrees across the state which was 5 
degrees below normal and one degree cooler than the previous week. High 
temperatures averaged from 36 in the West to 41 in the East. Departure from 
normal high temperatures ranged from 10 degrees below normal in the West to 0 
degrees from normal in the East. Low temperatures averaged from 16 degrees in 
the West to 20 degrees in the East. Departure from normal low temperature ranged 
from 8 degrees below normal in the West to 3 degrees below normal in the East. 
Extreme highs were in the middle 60's. Extreme lows were in the negative teens. 

Precipitation (liq. equ.) for the period totaled 0.35 inches statewide which was 
0.40 inches below normal. Precipitation totals by climate division, West 0.26 
inches, Central 0.48 inches, Bluegrass 0.37 inches and East 0.28 inches, which 
was 0.50, 0.31, 0.27 and 0.51 inches respectively below normal. By station, 
precipitation totals ranged from a low of 0.06 inches at Mayfield to a high of 
1.26 inches at Hardinsburg.

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Kentucky Climate Summary: For the Period January 19 to 25, 2004

Below Normal Temperatures and Below Normal Precipitation

Despite all the rain, ice, sleet, and snow received over the weekend, Kentucky 
averaged below normal precipitation for the week. It was a pretty quiet week 
weatherwise as conditions were generally dry and cool. Some of the lowest 
temperatures of the winter season were observed Friday morning as lows dipped 
into the single digits. There was a healthy winter storm across the Commonwealth 
Saturday night and Sunday bringing between 0.5-1.0" of precipitation. Areas to 
the south received rain, while areas in central Kentucky faced freezing rain and 
icing, and areas to the north received snow. Temperatures began to warm up 
Sunday night allowing for melting to begin. This is the first week of the new year
that precipitation has been below normal.   

Temperatures for the period averaged 28 degrees across the state which was 4 
degrees below normal and 9 degrees cooler than the previous week. High 
temperatures averaged from 36 in the West to 35 in the East. Departure from 
normal high temperatures ranged from 8 degrees below normal in the West to 4 
degrees below normal in the East. Low temperatures averaged from 21 degrees in 
the West to 20 degrees in the East. Departure from normal low temperature ranged 
from 3 degrees below normal in the West to 2 degrees below normal in the East.
Extreme highs were in the lower 50's. Extreme lows were in the single digits.

Precipitation (liq. equ.) for the period totaled 0.51 inches statewide which was 
0.21 inches below normal. Precipitation totals by climate division, West 0.60 
inches, Central 0.67 inches, Bluegrass 0.36 inches and East 0.42 inches, which 
was 0.12, 0.10, 0.27 and 0.35 inches respectively below normal. By station, 
precipitation totals ranged from a low of 0.27 inches at London to a high of 
0.91 inches at Princeton. 

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Kentucky Climate Summary: For the Period January 12 to 18, 2004

Above Normal Temperatures and Near Normal Rainfall

Temperatures at the beginning of the week were above normal as highs reached the 
50's for most of the state through Wednesday. A weak front moved through 
Wednesday night bringing some light showers to eastern parts of Kentucky and 
colder temperatures to the whole state. There was a slight warm up again on 
Friday ahead of a storm system that brought rain, mixed precipitation, and snow 
showers over the weekend. The storm system set up a significant cool down for 
this coming week. 

Temperatures for the period averaged 37 degrees across the state which was 5 
degrees above normal and 10 degrees warmer than the previous week. High 
temperatures averaged from 46 in the West to 46 in the East. Departure from 
normal high temperatures ranged from 3 degrees above normal in the West to 7 
degrees above normal in the East. Low temperatures averaged from 28 degrees in 
the West to 28 degrees in the East. Departure from normal low temperature ranged 
from 4 degrees above normal in the West to 5 degrees above normal in the East. 
Extreme high temperatures were in the mid to upper 50's and extreme low 
temperatures were in the mid to upper teens.

Rainfall for the period totaled 0.79 inches statewide which was 0.07 inches 
above normal. Precipitation totals by climate division, West 0.76 inches, 
Central 0.86 inches, Bluegrass 0.61 inches and East 0.94 inches, which was 
+0.03, +0.09, -0.01 and +0.17 inches respectively from normal. By station, 
precipitation totals ranged from a low of 0.34 inches at Covington to a high of 
1.28 inches at London.

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Kentucky Climate Summary For the Period January 5 to 11, 2004

Below Normal Temperatures and Near Normal Precipitation

Quite a change this week from the record high temperatures last week. A front 
crossed Kentucky Sunday night bringing arctic air to much of the United States. 
Temperatures remained below freezing for the first part of the week. Another 
system moved through late on Thursday dropping 2-4 inches of snowfall across the 
eastern third of Kentucky. On Sunday, temperatures rose above normal ahead of 
another front that will drop the temperatures once again this coming week. Due 
to the heavy rains last week, there were several flood warnings along the Ohio 
River from Cincinnati westward to the Mississippi River. The river is not 
forecasted to crest until late this week, so flooding will be a possibility for 
low lying ares.

Temperatures for the period averaged 27 degrees across the state which was 4 
degrees below normal and 23 degrees colder than the previous week. High 
temperatures averaged from 37 in the West to 34 in the East. Departure from 
normal high temperatures ranged from 5 degrees below normal in the West to 4 
degrees below normal in the East. Low temperatures averaged from 22 degrees in 
the West to 21 degrees in the East. Departure from normal low temperature ranged 
from 3 degrees below normal in the West to 2 degrees below normal in the East. 
Extreme highs were in the upper 60's, and extreme lows were in the single 
digits.

Precipitation (liq. equ.) for the period totaled 0.76 inches statewide which was 
+0.04 inches from normal. Precipitation totals by climate division, West 0.37 
inches, Central 0.91 inches, Bluegrass 0.74 inches and East 1.00 inches, which 
was -0.35, +0.15, +0.11 and +0.23 inches respectively from normal. By station, 
precipitation totals ranged from a low of 0.21 inches at Mayfield to a high of 
1.43 inches at Quicksand.

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Kentucky Climate Summary For the Period December 29, 2003 to January 4, 2004

Above Normal Temperatures and Above Normal Precipitation

Conditions for the end of last year and the start of the new year were warm and 
wet. Several storm systems crossed Kentucky bringing heavy rainfall amounts 
causing flood watches to be issued during the week. High temperatures were at 
record levels at the end of the week. On Sunday, another cold front crossed 
Kentucky, bringing more rain and colder temperatures.

Temperatures for the period averaged 50 degrees across the state which was 18 
degrees above normal and 11 degrees warmer than the previous week. High 
temperatures averaged from 59 in the West to 58 in the East. Departure from 
normal high temperatures ranged from 18 degrees above normal in the West to 19 
degrees above normal in the East. Low temperatures averaged from 42 degrees in 
the West to 42 degrees in the East. Departure from normal low temperature ranged 
from 16 degrees above normal in the West to 20 degrees above normal in the East. 
Extreme highs were in the lower 70's, and extreme lows were in the middle 20's.

Precipitation (liq. equ.) for the period totaled 1.87 inches statewide which was 
1.05 inches above normal. Precipitation totals by climate division, West 1.82 
inches, Central 1.95 inches, Bluegrass 2.39 inches and East 1.33 inches, which 
was 0.97, 1.07, 1.67 and 0.50 inches respectively from normal. By station, 
precipitation totals ranged from a low of 0.49 inches at London to a high of 
3.20 inches at Covington.

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