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 this year. 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 and Weather Report
Issued 4:00 P.M., August 13, 2007 KBM 21-07

AGRICULTURAL NEWS: It was extremely hot and very dry in Kentucky. With the 
recent heat the state has experienced, it will take slow, drenching rains to 
relieve crops and refill ponds for livestock. While, some central and eastern 
parts of the state have recently received rain, parts of western Kentucky have 
received no or little moisture for many weeks. Topsoil moisture was rated 48 
percent very short, 39 percent short, and 13 percent adequate. Subsoil moisture 
was rated 49 percent very short, 38 percent short, and 13 percent adequate. The 
heat made working outside more difficult, but work continued with the days 
suitable for fieldwork averaging 6.4 days out of a possible 7 days. Farm 
activities last week included topping, cutting and housing tobacco, baling hay 
and feeding hay to cattle. CORN: There were reports that the crop is drying down 
fast. Crop condition for corn slipped and was rated 6 percent very poor, 14 
percent poor, 26 percent fair, 45 percent good, and 9 percent excellent. Eighty-
six percent of the corn was in the milk stage or beyond as of Sunday, August 12, 
compared to 84 percent for last year and the five year average of 87 percent. 
Seventy-two percent was in the dough stage or beyond, ahead of last year’s 64 
percent and the five year average of 66 percent. Forty-seven percent of the corn 
acreage was in the dent stage, compared to 42 percent for both the previous year 
and the five year average.

SOYBEANS: Sixty-seven percent of the soybeans were setting pods, ahead of last 
year’s 54 percent and the five year average of 52 percent. Moisture is greatly 
needed at this stage for adequate pod-fill. As of Sunday, August 12, 89 percent 
of soybeans were blooming, ahead of last year’s 77 percent and the five year 
average of 76 percent. Soybean crop condition declined compared to last week and 
was rated 7 percent very poor, 19 percent poor, 28 percent fair, 38 percent 
good, and 8 percent excellent.

TOBACCO: Tobacco condition is mostly fair to excellent with 7 percent rated very 
poor, 8 percent poor, 24 percent fair, 45 percent good, and 16 percent 
excellent. There were still reports of black shank in some fields. However, 
disease presence is not considered serious at this time. The heat is keeping 
blue mold in check. As of Sunday, August 12, 67 percent of the burley had been 
topped, compared to last year’s 58 percent and the five year average of 60 
percent. Ten percent of burley tobacco has been cut, compared to 9 percent cut 
both last year and for the average. Eight-four percent of the dark tobacco has 
been topped, compared to 74 percent last year and the average of 80 percent. 
Five percent of dark tobacco has been cut, compared to 3 percent cut last year 
and 6 percent for the five year
average.

OTHER CROPS: Many farmers are very concerned about the condition of the hay crop 
and the early feeding of hay to cattle. Hay remains in mostly very poor to fair 
condition, with 26 percent very poor, 35 percent poor, 28 percent fair, 10 
percent good, and 1 percent excellent. The extreme heat has been very stressful 
to livestock and pastures. Pasture condition continues to deteriorate and was 
rated as 24 percent very poor, 35 percent poor, 31 percent fair and 10
percent good.



Kentucky Weather and Climate Summary
For the Period August 6 to August 12, 2007

Much Above Normal Temperatures and Below Normal Rainfall:

Hazy, hot and humid with record and near-record temperatures gripped the 
Commonwealth during the work week which joined a long string of weeks with dry 
conditions this growing season. Temperatures in the upper 90s and low 100s were 
the rule during the work week which were the warmest temperatures since August 
2005. Rainfall was limited to the northeast sections of the state. Slightly less 
humid conditions with temperatures in the low 90s occurred during the weekend.

Temperatures for the 7 day period averaged 84 degrees across the state which was 
9 degrees above normal and 4 degrees warmer than the previous. High temperatures 
averaged from 94 in the West to 94 in the East. Departure from normal high 
temperatures ranged from 5 degrees above normal in the West to 9 degrees above 
normal in the East. Low temperatures averaged from 72 degrees in the West to 72 
degrees in the East. Departure from normal low temperature ranged from 6 degrees 
above normal in the West to 8 degrees above normal in the East. Princeton 
reported the extreme high temperature of 104 and Lexington's Spindletop Research 
Farm reported the extreme low temperature of 62 degrees in Kentucky

Rainfall for the period totaled 0.08 inches statewide which was 0.76 inches 
below normal. Rainfall totals by climate division, West 0.00 inches, Central 
0.01 inches, Bluegrass 0.21 inches and East 0.11 inches, which was 0.79, 0.84, 
0.65 and 0.76 inches respectively below normal. By station, rainfall totals 
ranged from a low of 0.00 inches at Bowling Green to a high of 0.80 inches at 
Berea. 

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Kentucky Crop and Weather Report
Issued 4:00 P.M., August 6, 2007 KBM 20-07

AGRICULTURAL NEWS: The number one concern for most Kentucky farmers is the need 
for rain. Recently received showers were just not enough for many areas, 
particularly western counties. Topsoil moisture was rated 31 percent very short, 
40 percent short, and 29 percent adequate. Subsoil moisture was rated 40 percent 
very short, 39 percent short, and 21 percent adequate. Days suitable for 
fieldwork averaged 6.2 days out of a possible 7 days. Farm activities last week 
included topping and some cutting and housing of tobacco, baling hay and feeding 
hay to cattle.

CORN: Crop condition for corn was rated 6 percent very poor, 9 percent poor, 21 
percent fair, 42 percent good, and 22 percent excellent. Ninety-six percent of 
the corn has silked or was silking as of Sunday, August 5, just behind 97 
percent for both last year and the five year average. Seventy-six percent was in 
the milk stage or beyond, compared to 74 percent for a year ago and the five 
year average of 78 percent. Fifty-one percent was in the dough stage or beyond, 
ahead of last year’s 49 percent, but behind the five year average of 53 percent. 
Twenty-eight percent of the corn acreage was in the dent stage, compared to 25 
percent for the previous year and the five year average of 27 percent.

SOYBEANS: Sixty percent of the soybeans were setting pods, significantly ahead 
of last year’s 48 percent and the five year average of 44 percent. The se 
soybeans will need much more rain during this critical stage of development for 
adequate podfill. As of Sunday, August 5, eighty-four percent of soybeans were 
blooming, ahead of last year’s 72 percent and the five year average of 70 
percent. Soybean crop condition slipped compared to last week and was rated 6 
percent very poor, 10 percent poor, 20 percent fair, 49 percent good, and 15 
percent excellent.

TOBACCO: There were several reports of black shank in some fields. Blue mold has 
been spotted in a couple of counties. However, the presence of these diseases is 
not considered serious at this time. Tobacco condition was rated 5 percent very 
poor, 12 percent poor, 25 percent fair, 44 percent good, and 14 percent 
excellent. As of Sunday, August 5, 66 percent of the burley tobacco was blooming 
or beyond, behind last year’s 68 percent, but just ahead of the five year 
average of 65 percent. Forty-two percent of the burley had been topped, behind 
both last year’s 49 percent the five year average of 43 percent. Seventy-eight 
percent of the dark tobacco has been topped, compared to 68 percent last year 
and average at 73 percent.

OTHER CROPS: Hay condition has not improved and remains in mostly poor to fair 
condition, with 21 percent very poor, 31 percent poor, 34 percent fair, 12 
percent good, and 2 percent excellent. Pastures continue to suffer this summer 
with condition rated as 23 percent very poor, 27 percent poor, 33 percent fair, 
15 percent good, and 2 percent excellent.


Kentucky Weather and Climate Summary
For the Period July 30 to August 5, 2007

Above Normal Temperatures and Below Normal Rainfall:

Typical summer weather pattern prevailed over the Bluegrass state last week as 
hazy, hot and very humid conditions were observed daily. Rainfall from isolated 
showers and thunderstorms were mostly limited to southeast sections of the state 
during the work week with slightly better coverage and amounts in the 
northcentral and east sections on Sunday. This was the first week with weekly 
temperatures averaging above normal in the past 5 weeks. Since May 1, the state 
had received 68 percent of normal rainfall. Moderate to severe hydrologic 
drought continued.

Temperatures for the period averaged 80 degrees across the state which was 4 
degrees above normal and 7.4 degrees warmer than the previous week. High 
temperatures averaged from 94 in the West to 90 in the East. Departure from 
normal high temperatures ranged from 4 degrees above normal in the West to 4 
degrees above 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 2 degrees above normal in the West to 4 degrees above normal in the East. 
Extreme high temperatures were in the upper 90s and extreme low temperatures
were in the low to mid 60s.

Rainfall for the 7 day period totaled 0.31 inches statewide which was 0.59 
inches below normal. Rainfall totals by climate division, West 0.03 inches, 
Central 0.47 inches, Bluegrass 0.47 inches and East 0.29 inches, which was -
0.80, -0.46, -0.44 and -0.66 inches respectively below normal. By station, 
rainfall totals ranged from a low of 0.00 inches at Cumberland Gap to a 
high of 2.02 inches at Bardstown. 
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Kentucky Crop and Weather Report
Issued 4:00 P.M., July 30, 2007 KBM 19-07

AGRICULTURAL NEWS: Widespread rains swept across Kentucky on the 26th and 27th. 
With the exception of many western areas, most counties received some of the 
welcome rain. Much more rain is needed statewide to benefit crops and creeks. 
Topsoil moisture was rated 23 percent very short, 42 percent short, 34 percent 
adequate, and 1 percent surplus. Subsoil moisture was rated 35 percent very 
short, 38 percent short, 26 adequate, and 1 percent surplus. Days suitable for 
fieldwork averaged 5.8 days out of a possible 7 days. Farm activities last week 
included baling hay, topping tobacco, and
spraying soybeans and tobacco.

TOBACCO: There was some improvement in tobacco condition last week with 5 
percent very poor, 11 percent poor, 27 percent fair, 45 percent good, and 12 
percent excellent. Disease and insect pressure has been minimal. As of Sunday, 
July 29, 42 percent of the burley tobacco was blooming or beyond, behind last 
year’s 55 percent and the five year average of 51 percent. Twenty-one percent of 
the burley had been topped, behind both last year’s 33 percent and the five year 
average of 27 percent. Sixty-three percent of the dark tobacco has been topped, 
ahead of last year and average at 55 percent and 54 percent, respectively.

CORN: Crop condition for corn improved some with the recent rains and was rated 
6 percent very poor, 8 percent poor, 25 percent fair, 35 percent good, and 26 
percent excellent. Ninety-one percent of the corn has silked or was silking as 
of Sunday, July 29, the same as last year, but slightly ahead of the five year 
average of 89 percent. Fifty-six percent was in the milk stage or beyond, behind 
65 percent for a year ago and the five year average of 62 percent. Thirtytwo 
percent was in the dough stage or beyond, behind both last year and the five 
year average of 35 percent. Twelve percent of the corn acreage was in the dent 
stage, which was tied with the five year average, but slightly behind the 14 
percent for the
previous year.

SOYBEANS: Thirty-six percent of the soybeans were setting pods, just ahead of 
last year’s 34 percent and the five year average of 31 percent. These soybeans 
will need more rain during this critical stage of development for adequate pod-
fill. As of Sunday, July 29, 66 percent of soybeans were blooming, ahead of last 
year’s 61 percent and the five year average of 56 percent. Overall, the soybean 
crops benefited slightly from the added moisture with 3 percent very poor, 8 
percent poor, 20 percent fair,
40 percent good, and 29 percent excellent.

OTHER CROPS: Hay condition improved significantly, but remains in mostly poor to 
fair condition, with 20 percent very poor, 33 percent poor, 31 percent fair, 14 
percent good, and 2 percent excellent. Pastures have not faired well this 
summer. Despite the recent, much needed showers, pastures need more moisture to 
recover. The pasture condition was rated as 20 percent very poor, 32 percent 
poor, 30 percent fair, 15 percent good, and 3 percent excellent.


Kentucky Weather and Climate Summary
For the Period July 23 to July 29, 2007

Below Normal Temperatures and Above Normal Rainfall:

It was mostly a cool week with only a day or two near 90 degrees in the west. 
Rainfall was limited for most of the workweek until late Thursday and Friday 
when widespread rainfall occurred for most locations except in the west. 
Rainfall for most of central, bluegrass and east areas was of low intensity and 
long duration, exactly what was needed to provide some long-term hydrologic 
drought relief in those sections of the state that needed it most due to large 
long-term rainfall deficits. Locally heavy rainfall of 3 to 4 inches occurred in 
the southeastern part of the state. The weekend was mostly cloudy and cool with 
lingering rainfall ending in the east. This was only the third week this growing 
season for above normal rainfall for the state as a whole.

Temperatures for the 7 day period averaged 72.6 degrees across the state which was 
4.1 degrees below normal and 3.4 degrees cooler than the previous week. High 
temperatures averaged from 87 in the West to 83 in the East. Departure from 
normal high temperatures ranged from 3 degrees below normal in the West to 5 
degrees below normal in the East. Low temperatures averaged from 64 degrees in 
the West to 64 degrees in the East. Departure from normal low temperature ranged 
from 3 degrees below normal in the West to 5 degrees below normal in the East. 

Rainfall for the period totaled 1.48 inches statewide which was 0.48 inches 
above normal. Rainfall totals by climate division, West 0.25 inches, Central 1.24 
inches, Bluegrass 2.01 inches and East 2.24 inches, which was -0.75, +0.27, 
+1.06 and +1.18 inches respectively from normal. By station, rainfall totals 
ranged from a low of 0.02 inches at Mayfield to a high of 2.81 inches at 
Cumberland Gap. 
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Kentucky Crop and Weather Report
Issued 4:00 P.M., July 23, 2007 JMB 18-07

AGRICULTURAL NEWS: The State once again received scattered showers this week. 
This is only the second time this growing season the entire State received above 
normal rainfall. Farmers commented that the rains benefited tobacco and soybeans 
the most. Topsoil moisture was rated 21 percent very short, 40 percent short, 38 
percent adequate, and 1 percent surplus. Subsoil moisture was rated 42 percent 
very short, 35 percent short, and 23 percent adequate. There were 5.4 days 
suitable for fieldwork. Work in the fields this past week included topping 
tobacco, and spraying soybeans and tobacco.

TOBACCO: Twenty-seven percent of the burley tobacco was blooming or has bloomed, 
behind last year’s 37 percent and the five year average of 35 percent. Burley 
tobacco topped was at 13 percent, also behind last year’s 16 percent and the 
five year average of 14 percent. The dark tobacco topped was at 42 percent, 
considerably ahead of the previous year and the five year average of 28 percent. 
The tobacco crop condition was reported as 6 percent very poor, 16 percent poor, 
28 percent fair, 38 percent good, and 12 percent excellent. Black shank 
continues to be the minor problem in tobacco.

CORN: As of Sunday, July 22, eighty-nine percent of the corn has silked or was 
silking, ahead of last year’s 84 percent and the five year average of 81 
percent. Forty-seven percent of the corn was in the milk stage, the same as last 
year and the five year average. Twenty percent of the corn was in dough stage, 
above last year’s 15 percent and the five year average of 19 percent. The corn 
condition was rated as 7 percent very poor, 10 percent poor, 24 percent fair, 36 
percent good, and 23 percent excellent. Farmers commented that they think the 
corn yield will be lower than usual due to the lack of rain.

SOYBEANS: As of Sunday, July 22, fifty-seven percent of the soybeans were 
blooming. This is ahead of the previous year’s 56 percent, and the five year 
average of 47 percent. Twenty-seven percent of the soybeans were setting pods, 
the same as last year, but ahead of the five year average of 22 percent. The 
soybean condition was rated as 5 percent very poor, 6 percent poor, 23 percent 
fair, 39 good, and 27 percent excellent.

OTHER CROPS AND PASTURE: The pastures and hay fields are still very slow to 
recover, even with the recent rains. Cattle farmers are starting to contemplate 
selling off their herds due to poor pasture and hay conditions. The pasture 
condition was rated as 25 percent very poor, 33 percent poor, 26 percent fair, 
15 percent good, and 1 percent excellent. The hay crop condition was rated as 29 
percent very poor, 32 percent poor, 29 percent fair, 9 percent good, and 1 
percent excellent.


Kentucky Weather and Climate Summary
For the Period July 16 to July 22, 2007

Below Normal Temperatures and Above Normal Rainfall:

For only the second time this growing season...rainfall was above normal for the
entire state. Scattered showers and thunderstorms were a daily occurrance in
central and eastern sections of the state during much of the work week. The west waited
until Friday for a decent wetting. Temperatures were very warm during most of the
work week but unseasonably cool, dry conditions dominated the weekend. Jackson
reported record low temperatures on both Saturday and Sunday morning.

Temperatures for the 7 day period averaged 76 degrees across the state which was 
1 degree below normal and similar to the previous week. High temperatures 
averaged from 88 in the West to 86 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 66 degrees in the West to 65 
degrees in the East. Departure from normal low temperature ranged from 1 degree 
below normal in the West to near normal in the East. Extreme high temperatures
were in the mid 90s and extreme low temperatures were in the mid 50s.

Rainfall for the period totaled 1.32 inches statewide which was 0.43 inches 
above normal. Rainfall totals by climate division, West 1.25 inches, Central 
1.22 inches, Bluegrass 1.67 inches and East 1.23 inches, which was 0.50, 0.18, 
0.62 and 0.44 inches respectively above normal. By station, rainfall totals 
ranged from a low of 0.04 inches at Nashville to a high of 2.67 inches at 
Hardinsburg. 
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Kentucky Crop and Weather Report
Issued 4:00 P.M., July 16, 2007 JMB 17-07

AGRICULTURAL NEWS: The State received scattered rains this week, which helped 
crops, but more rain is needed to maintain good development for all crops. 
Despite receiving rain this past week, three quarters of the State are still 
considered to be in a moderate drought. Topsoil moisture was rated 29 percent 
very short, 36 percent short, 33 percent adequate, and 2 percent surplus. 
Subsoil moisture was rated 42 percent very short, 34 percent short, 23 percent 
adequate, and 1 percent surplus. There were 5.6 days suitable for fieldwork. 
Work in the fields this past week included mowing field borders, topping 
tobacco, and spraying for insect and diseases. Very little insect and disease 
presence in crops was reported.

TOBACCO: Fourteen percent of the burley tobacco was blooming or has bloomed, 
while 6 percent had been topped. The dark tobacco blooming or beyond was at 21 
percent, behind the previous year’s 29 percent and the five year average of 26 
percent. The tobacco crop condition was reported as 8 percent very poor, 17 
percent poor, 31 percent fair, 36 percent good, and 8 percent excellent. Black 
shank continues to be the minor problem in tobacco.

CORN: As of Sunday, July 15 eighty-one percent of the corn has silked or was 
silking, ahead of last year’s 74 percent and the five year average of 71 
percent. Thirty-two percent of the corn was in the milk stage, also ahead of 
last year’s 26 percent and the five year average of 31 percent. The corn 
condition was rated as 9 percent very poor, 10 percent poor, 25 percent fair, 36 
percent good, and
20 percent excellent.

SOYBEANS: As of Sunday, July 15 forty-six percent of the soybeans were blooming. 
This is ahead of the previous year’s 40 percent, and the five year average of 32 
percent. Ten percent of the soybeans were setting pods, behind last year’s 15 
percent, but comparable to the five year average of 9 percent. The soybean 
condition was rated as 7 percent very poor, 12 percent poor, 22 percent fair, 35 
good, and 24 percent excellent.

OTHER CROPS AND PASTURE: The pastures and hay fields are still very slow to 
recover, even with the recent rains. The pasture condition was rated as 21 
percent very poor, 34 percent poor, 33 percent fair, and 12 percent good. The 
hay crop condition was rated as 22 percent very poor, 36 percent poor, 36 
percent fair, and 6 percent good. The lack of consistent rain has resulted in 
neither crop receiving a rating of excellent for the past week.


Kentucky Weather and Climate Summary
For the Period July 09 to July 15, 2007

Below Normal Temperature and Below Normal Rainfall:

Scattered showers and thunderstorms provided most locations with measurable 
rainfall last week, with the southcentral section of the state receiving locally 
heavy rainfall of 2 to 3 inches. Moderate hydrologic drought continued to hold a 
grip over three-quarters of the state with Severe drought conditions in the 
south and east; nearly 50 percent of the state, according to the latest U.S. 
Drought Monitor. Several counties in the southeast continued in Extreme 
hydrologic drought. Improving conditions were indicated in the far western 
counties and along the Ohio River from Fulton county to Jefferson county.

Temperatures for the 7 day period averaged 76 degrees across the state which was 1 
degree below normal and similar to 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 near normal in the 
East. Low temperatures averaged from 65 degrees in the West to 64 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. 

Rainfall for the period totaled 0.69 inches statewide which was 0.31 inches 
below normal. Rainfall totals by climate division, West 0.45 inches, Central 
0.91 inches, Bluegrass 0.47 inches and East 0.86 inches, which was 0.40, 0.09, 
0.59 and 0.22 inches respectively below normal. By station, precipitation totals 
ranged from a low of 0.00 inches at Mayfield to a high of 3.16 inches at 
Somerset. 

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Kentucky Crop and Weather Report
Issued 4:00 P.M., July 9, 2007 JMB 16-07

AGRICULTURAL NEWS: Most of the State received various amounts of rain last week, 
which helped the crops. More rain is still needed across Kentucky to aid in crop 
development. Farmers commented that the earlier planted crops benefited more 
from the rain than the later planted crops. Topsoil moisture was rated as 25 
percent very short, 30 percent short, 41 percent adequate, and 4 percent 
surplus. Subsoil moisture was rated 32 percent very short, 36 percent short, 30 
percent adequate, and 2 percent surplus. There were 5.0 days suitable for 
fieldwork.

TOBACCO: A few farmers were still resetting their tobacco last week, while 
earlier set tobacco was starting to bloom. Thirty-six percent of the tobacco 
plants were under 24 inches, 37 percent were between 24 to 36 inches, and 27 
percent were over 36 inches. The tobacco crop condition was reported as 8 
percent very poor, 15 percent poor, 32 percent fair, 37 percent good, and 8 
percent excellent. There have been a few reports of black shank, although the 
majority of the tobacco is disease and insect free.

CORN: As of Sunday, July 8 sixty-seven percent of the corn has silked or was 
silking. Comparable to last year’s 68 percent, but ahead of the five year 
average of 60 percent. The corn condition was rated as 6 percent very poor, 11 
percent poor, 24 percent fair, 43 good, and 16 percent excellent.

SOYBEANS: As of Sunday, July 8 twenty-three percent of the soybeans were 
blooming. This is behind the previous year’s 29 percent, but comparable to the 
five year average of 22 percent. The soybean condition was rated as 5 percent 
very poor, 10 percent poor, 25 percent fair, 43 good, and 17 percent excellent.

SMALL GRAINS: Ninety-three percent of the wheat crop has been harvested, behind 
last year’s 98 percent and the five year average of 97 percent. Although the 
early spring freeze devastated many wheat fields, the remaining harvested wheat 
crop yield and test weights look better than what farmers initially expected.

OTHER CROPS AND PASTURE: The rain received this past week did slightly improve 
the pasture conditions, but more rain is still needed to revive the State’s 
pastures and hay fields. The pasture condition was rated as 21 percent very 
poor, 34 percent poor, 32 percent fair, 12 percent good, and 1 percent 
excellent. The hay crop condition was rated as 22 percent very poor, 34 percent 
poor, 35 percent fair, 8 percent good, and 1 percent excellent. Farmers have 
been feeding hay to their cattle since the pastures are in poor to very poor 
condition. Now with the low hay cuttings, farmers are trying to find hay to buy.


Kentucky Weather and Climate Summary
For the Period July 2 to July 8, 2007

Below Normal Temperatures and Below Normal Rainfall:

Measurable rainfall occurred over most of the state last week, but only the West 
and Bluegrass areas received normal or above normal rainfall. The northern half 
of the state received locally heavy rainfall, while much less rainfall occurred 
in the southern counties...especially along the KY/TN and KY/VA borders. The end 
result was that the central section only received 13 percent and eastern only 
received 65 percent of normal rainfall, while the west received 96 percent and 
Bluegrass area received 181 percent of normal.

Temperatures for the 7 day period averaged 76 degrees across the state which was 
1 degree below normal and 2 degrees cooler than the previous week. High 
temperatures averaged from 88 in the West to 87 in the East. Departure from 
normal high temperatures ranged from 2 degrees below normal in the West to 2 
degrees above normal in the East. Low temperatures averaged from 65 degrees in 
the West to 64 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. 

Rainfall for the period totaled 0.84 inches statewide which was 0.16 inches 
below normal. Rainfall totals by climate division, West 1.01 inches, Central 
0.13 inches, Bluegrass 1.72 inches and East 0.63 inches, which was -0.04, -0.88, 
+0.77 and -0.34 inches respectively from normal. By station, rainfall totals 
ranged from a low of 0.00 inches at Nashville to a high of 2.53 inches at 
Spindletop Research Farm in Lexington. 
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Kentucky Crop and Weather Report
Issued 4:00 P.M., July 2, 2007 TNS 15-07

AGRICULTURAL NEWS: Scattered showers and thunderstorms during the week provided 
soil moisture to many areas of the State. Many areas continue to be short of 
soil moisture and more rainfall is needed to produce good crops. Precipitation 
for the week was above normal for the first time in eight weeks and averaged 
1.58 inches, 0.63 inches above normal. There were mixed reports across the State 
concerning rainfall amounts as many locations especially in the Bluegrass area 
received little to no rain. Temperatures averaged 78 degrees, which was three 
degrees above normal. Topsoil moisture was rated as 39 percent very short, 36 
percent short, 24 percent adequate and 1 percent surplus. Subsoil moisture was 
rated 41 percent very short, 38 percent short, 20 percent adequate, and 1 
percent surplus. There were 5.2 days suitable for fieldwork. Several reports 
were received of farmers getting out long unused irrigation equipment as well as 
the cultivating of tobacco and mowing of pastures.

TOBACCO: Fifty-five percent of tobacco plants were under 12 inches, with 32 
percent 12-24 inches in height, and 13 percent were over 24 inches. The tobacco 
crop condition was reported as 12 percent very poor, 16 percent poor, 30 percent 
fair, 36 percent good, and 6 percent excellent. Statewide tobacco seems to be 
weathering this dry spell better than most crops but several reports of black 
shank in the western part of the State were received.

CORN: Corn condition was rated 9 percent very poor, 11 percent poor, 20 percent 
fair, 44 percent good, and 16 percent excellent. As of Sunday July 1, 50 percent 
of the corn had silked or was silking, ahead of both last year’s 43 percent and 
the five-year average of 37 percent.

SOYBEANS: Double-crop soybeans were 80 percent planted, behind last year’s 91 
percent and same as the five-year average. Farmers in drier areas of the State 
had slowed planting of soybeans due to dry soil conditions. Planting should 
rapidly advance in areas that received moisture. Thirteen percent of the 
soybeans were blooming which was behind last year’s 15 percent but ahead of the 
five-year average of 12 percent. Soybean condition was rated 6 percent very 
poor, 8 percent poor, 25 percent fair, 41 percent good, and 20 percent 
excellent.

SMALL GRAINS: Seventy-eight percent of the wheat crop has been harvested, 
compared with 90 percent a year ago and the five-year average of 86 percent. 
Early reports indicated both yields and test weights to be better than 
previously anticipated.

OTHER CROPS AND PASTURE: Pasture condition was rated 26 percent very poor, 36 
percent poor, 28 percent fair, 9 percent good and 1 percent excellent. Farmers 
are feeding hay stocks to supplement failed pastures. Many are cutting hay for 
feed where they can find it.



Kentucky Weather and Climate Summary
For the 7 day Period June 25 to July 1, 2007

Above Normal Temperatures and Above Normal Rainfall:

Scattered to numerous showers and thunderstorms occurred daily during the work 
week and the first half of the weekend in the Commonwealth with temperatures in 
the upper 80s and low 90s. Locally heavy rainfall occurred in many sections of 
the state ...especially west and central where rainfall totals of 2 to 4 inches 
were common and flooding and flash flooding was of concern. These very timely 
rain events for agriculture provided above normal rainfall for much of the state 
with only the Bluegrass area receiving near normal rainfall. There were still 
areas that received little rainfall... especially in the Bluegrass area. Sunday 
was mostly dry and slightly cooler. Moderate to severe hydrologic drought 
continued across the state.   

Temperatures for the period averaged 78 degrees across the state which was 3 
degrees above normal and 3 degrees warmer than the previous week. High 
temperatures averaged from 87 in the West to 87 in the East. Departure from 
normal high temperatures ranged from 2 degrees below normal in the West to 2 
degrees above normal in the East. Low temperatures averaged from 69 degrees in 
the West to 67 degrees in the East. Departure from normal low temperature ranged 
from 4 degrees above normal in the West to 3 degrees above normal in the East. 
Extreme high temperatures were in the low 90s and extreme low temperatures were
in the upper 50s.

Rainfall for the period totaled 1.58 inches statewide which was 0.63 inches 
above normal. Rainfall totals by climate division, West 2.10 inches, Central 
1.97 inches, Bluegrass 0.94 inches and East 1.34 inches, which was 1.14, 1.12, 
-0.02 and 0.33 inches respectively from normal. By station, rainfall totals 
ranged from a low of 0.13 inches at Jackson to a high of 3.49 inches at Paducah. 

---
Kentucky Crop and Weather Report
Issued 4:00 P.M., June 25, 2007 TNS 14-07

AGRICULTURAL NEWS: Widely scattered showers during the week provided some local 
relief. Most areas of Kentucky remained very dry and early planted crops were 
becoming stressed from lack of moisture at critical points in their development. 
Precipitation for the week remained below normal for the seventh week in a row 
and averaged 0.76 inches 0.13 inches below normal. There were reports received 
about the beginnings of a shortage of livestock water across the State. 
Temperatures averaged 75 degrees, which was near normal. Topsoil moisture was 
rated as 52 percent very short, 31 percent short, and 16 percent adequate and 1 
percent surplus. Subsoil moisture was rated 47 percent very short, 36 percent 
short, and 17 percent adequate. There were 6.1 days suitable for fieldwork. 
Several reports were received of double crop soybeans being planted following 
the early week rains.

TOBACCO: Sixty-nine percent of tobacco plants were under 12 inches, with 26 
percent 12-24 inches in height, and 5 percent were over 24 inches. The tobacco 
crop condition was reported as 13 percent very poor, 16 percent poor, 34 percent 
fair, 31 percent good, and 6 percent excellent. CORN: Corn condition was rated 7 
percent very poor, 14 percent poor, 30 percent fair, 40 percent good, and 9 
percent excellent. Twenty-five percent of the corn has tasseled or is tasseliing 
as of Sunday June 24, ahead of both last year’s 18 percent and the five-year 
average of 21 percent. Ten percent of the corn had silked or was silking, ahead 
of last year’s 7 percent and behind the five-year average of 12 percent. There 
is concern from some reporters that as more corn starts to tassel the continued 
dry spell will adversely affect kernel development.

SOYBEANS: Ninety-nine percent of the single crop soybeans had been planted, 
ahead of the 98 percent reported last year and the five-year average of 93. The 
percent of double-crop soybeans planted was 66 percent, ahead of both last 
year’s 54 percent and the five-year average of 49 percent. Total crop planted 
was 93 percent, behind last year’s 96 percent but ahead of the five-year average 
of 85 percent. Ninety percent of the soybeans had emerged which was ahead of 
last year’s 89 percent and the five-year average of 74 percent. Soybean 
condition was rated 5 percent very poor, 12 percent poor, 33 percent fair, 39 
percent good, and 11 percent excellent. The average height of emerged soybeans 
was 8 inches, the same as in 2006.

SMALL GRAINS: Sixty-six percent of the wheat crop has been harvested, compared 
with 60 percent a year ago and the five-year average of 56 percent. Early 
reports indicated both yields and test weights to be better than anticipated. 
Barley harvest was 99 percent complete compared with 93 percent last year and 
the five-year average of 95.

OTHER CROPS AND PASTURE: About 98 percent of the sorghum acres had been planted 
compared with 90 percent both a year ago and the five-year average. Pasture 
condition was rated 30 percent very poor, 34 percent poor, 29 percent fair, 6 
percent good and 1 percent excellent. Pastures in some areas were not meeting 
livestock feed requirements. Producers were feeding hay from this year’s 
cuttings.


Kentucky Weather and Climate Summary
For the Period June 18 to June 24, 2007

Near Normal Temperatures and Below Normal Rainfall:

Beneficial rainfall returned to some sections of the Bluegrass state last week. 
The western half of the state received much more rainfall than did the eastern 
half of the state. Yet, even some localized heavy rainfall occurred in the 
eastern half of the state. With scattered showers and thunderstorms during the 
work week and numerous showers and thunderstorms during the weekend, this was 
the most rainfall for the state in the past 7 weeks. West and Central sections 
of the state received above normal rainfall, while Bluegrass and East received 
below normal rainfall. The end result was a considerable part of the state 
received beneficial rainfall for agriculture.

Temperatures for the 7 day period averaged 75 degrees across the state which was 
near normal and similar to the previous weeks average temperature. High 
temperatures averaged from 88 in the West to 87 in the East. Departure from 
normal high temperatures ranged from near normal in the West to 3 degrees above 
normal in the East. Low temperatures averaged from 65 degrees in the West to 63 
degrees in the East. Departure from normal low temperature ranged from 1 degree 
above normal in the West to near normal in the East. Extreme high temperatures 
were in the mid 90s and extreme low temperatures were in the low 50s.

Rainfall for the period totaled 0.76 inches statewide which was 0.13 inches 
below normal. Rainfall totals by climate division, West 0.84 inches, Central 
1.19 inches, Bluegrass 0.33 inches and East 0.70 inches, which was -0.02, +0.27, 
-0.55 and -0.22 inches respectively from normal. By station, rainfall totals 
ranged from a low of 0.00 inches at Buckhorn Lake to a high of 1.82 inches at 
Nolin Lake. 


---
Kentucky Crop and Weather Report
Issued 4:00 P.M., June 18, 2007 TNS 13-07

AGRICULTURAL NEWS: Most areas of Kentucky remain very dry and crops are becoming 
stressed from lack of moisture. A few farmers are irrigating corn and tobacco. 
Precipitation for the week remained below normal for the sixth week in a row and 
averaged 0.00 inches. Statewide the only relief came in the form of isolated 
showers in the southeast. Temperatures averaged 75 degrees, 1 degree above 
normal. Topsoil moisture was rated as 55 percent very short, 37 percent short, 
and 8 percent adequate. Subsoil moisture was rated 40 percent very short, 44 
percent short, and 16 percent adequate. There were 6.6 days suitable for 
fieldwork. Many areas are reporting that the ground is too dry and hard to 
complete soybean planting. Livestock are receiving hay to supplement drying 
pastures.

TOBACCO: Burley setting was 91 percent complete as of Sunday, June 17, compared 
with 90 percent for last year and the five-year average of 85 percent. Ninety-
seven percent of the dark tobacco had been set. Last year 91 percent had been 
set and the five-year average was 89 percent. About 82 percent of tobacco plants 
were under 12 inches high, with 16 percent 12-24 inches in height, and 2 percent 
were over 24 inches. The tobacco crop condition was reported as 10 percent very 
poor, 17 percent poor, 39 percent fair, 32 percent good, and 2 percent 
excellent.

CORN: Corn condition was rated 6 percent very poor, 20 percent poor, 31 percent 
fair, 37 percent good, and 6 percent excellent. Five percent of the corn has 
tasseled or is tasseliing as of Sunday June 17, behind both last year and the 
five-year average of 6 percent. One percent of the corn has silked or was 
silking as of Sunday, June 17, behind both last year and the five-year average 
of 2 percent. There were reports of corn leaves rolling up to conserve moisture.

SOYBEANS: As of Sunday, June 17, 98 percent of the single crop soybeans had been 
planted, ahead of the 83 percent reported last year and the five-year average of 
81. The percent of double-crop soybeans planted was at 24 percent, behind last 
year’s 35 percent but ahead of the five-year average of 16 percent. The total 
crop planted was 90 percent, ahead of both last years 84 percent and the five-
year average of 73 percent. Eighty-seven percent of the soybeans had emerged 
which was ahead of last year’s 75 percent and the five-year average of 64 
percent. Soybean condition was rated 4 percent very poor, 16 percent poor, 29 
percent fair, 45 percent good, and 6 percent excellent. The average height of 
emerged soybeans was 6 inches, the same as last year and ahead of the five-year 
average of 5 inches. There were reports of the planting of double-crop beans 
being suspended due to the ground being to hard and dry.

SMALL GRAINS: Wheat harvest was underway, with 33 percent of the freeze reduced 
crop harvested, compared with 41 percent a year ago and the five-year average of 
23 percent. Early reports indicated test weights to be better than anticipated. 
Barley harvest was 99 percent complete compared with 88 percent last year and 
the five-year average of 84. Barley was also affected by the April freeze and 
yields were affected.

OTHER CROPS AND PASTURE: About 97 percent of the sorghum acres had been planted 
as of Sunday, June 17 compared with 85 percent a year ago and the five-year 
average of 80 percent. Twenty-nine percent of the second alfalfa cutting has 
been completed as of Sunday, June 17. The second cutting of hay was lighter 
because of the dry conditions. Pasture condition was rated 22 percent very poor, 
39 percent poor, 32 percent fair, and 7 percent good. Pastures in some areas are 
not meeting livestock feed requirements and producers are feeding hay. Producers 
are concerned about hay stocks needed to carryover through the winter.

Kentucky Weather and Climate Summary
For the Period June 11 to June 17, 2007

Above Normal Temperatures and Below Normal Rainfall:

Limited rain occurred in extreme southeast sections of the state along the KY/VA 
border. Otherwise, for most of the Bluegrass state, no rainfall occurred last 
week. This was the 6th week straight with below normal rainfall and the 4th week 
straight with above normal temperatures. Drought conditions continued to deepen 
across the Commonwealth with drought indices indicating moderate to severe 
hydrologic drought across the state and short to very short topsoil moisture for 
crops. 

Temperatures for the 7 day period averaged 75 degrees across the state which was 
1 degree above normal and 2 degrees warmer than the previous week. High 
temperatures averaged from 90 in the West to 87 in the East. Departure from 
normal high temperatures ranged from 3 degrees above normal in the West to 4 
degrees above normal in the East. Low temperatures averaged from 62 degrees in 
the West to 59 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 high temperatures were in the mid 90s and extreme low temperatures were
in the low 50s.

Rainfall for the period totaled 0.00 inches statewide which was 0.89 inches 
below normal. Rainfall totals by climate division, West 0.00 inches, Central 
0.00 inches, Bluegrass 0.00 inches and East 0.03 inches, which was 0.85, 0.92, 
0.88 and 0.89 inches respectively below normal. By station, rainfall totals 
ranged from a low of 0.00 inches at most locations to a high of 0.17 inches at 
Cumberland Gap. 

---
Kentucky Crop and Weather Report
Issued 4:00 P.M., June 11, 2007 RPT 12-07

AGRICULTURAL NEWS: Showers gave growers limited relief over the weekend. Eastern 
areas of the state received the most rainfall. Western and central areas had 
more scattered showers, but most areas of Kentucky remain very dry and crops are 
becoming stressed from lack of moisture. A few farmers are irrigating corn and 
tobacco. Precipitation for the week remained below normal for the fifth week in 
a row and averaged 0.53 inches Statewide. The Bluegrass region received up to 
1.8 inches of rain while some areas of the state received very little. 
Temperatures averaged 73 degrees, 1 degree above normal. Topsoil moisture was 
rated as 35 percent very short, 41 percent short, 21 percent adequate and 3 
percent surplus. Subsoil moisture was rated 26 percent very short, 44 percent 
short, 29 percent adequate, and 1 percent surplus. There were 5.7 days suitable 
for fieldwork. Many areas are reporting that the ground is too dry and hard to 
complete planting. Livestock are receiving hay to supplement pasture feed in a 
few areas.

TOBACCO: Burley setting was 85 percent complete as of Sunday, June 10, compared 
with 79 percent for last year and the five-year average of 76 percent. Eighty 
five percent of the dark tobacco had been set. Last year 78 percent had been set 
and the five-year average was 77 percent. About 84 percent of tobacco plants 
were under 12 inches high, with 16 percent 12 -24 inches in height. The tobacco 
crop condition was reported as 6 percent very poor, 15 percent poor, 33 percent 
fair, 42 percent good, and 4 percent excellent.

CORN: Almost all of the planted crop had emerged by Sunday, June 10. Corn 
condition was rated 3 percent very poor, 11 percent poor, 22 percent fair, 51 
percent good, and 13 percent excellent. A little corn for silage remains to be 
planted. Several reports were received of corn twisting due to dry conditions.

SOYBEANS: As of Sunday, June 10, 88 percent of the soybeans had been planted, 
ahead of the 80 percent reported last year and the average of 66. Seventy-seven 
percent of the soybeans planted had emerged which was ahead of last year’s 60 
percent and the five year average of 52 percent. Soybean condition was rated 2 
percent very poor, 8 percent poor, 27 percent fair, 50 percent good, and 13 
percent excellent. Average height of emerged soybeans was 4 inches.

SMALL GRAINS: Wheat harvest was underway, with 9 percent of the freeze reduced 
crop harvested, compared with 14 percent a year ago and the average of 7 
percent. Early reports showed widely varied yields and test weights. Winter 
wheat condition was rated 33 percent very poor, 31 percent poor, 29 percent 
fair, and 7 percent good. Barley harvest was 45 percent complete compared with 
76 percent last year and the average of 58.

OTHER CROPS AND PASTURE: About 85 percent of the sorghum acres had been planted 
as of Sunday, June 10 compared with 68 percent a year ago and the average of 67. 
Pasture condition was rated 12 percent very poor, 37 percent poor, 37 percent 
fair, 13 percent good, and 1 percent excellent. Pastures in some areas are not 
meeting livestock feed requirements and producers are feeding hay as supplement. 
Hay crops have been short in many areas so far this year leading to some concern 
about winter feed supplies for livestock.

Kentucky Weather and Climate Summary
For the Period June 4 to June 10, 2007

Above Normal Temperatures and Below Normal Rainfall:

Scattered to numerous showers and thunderstorms provided beneficial rainfall
to mainly Bluegrass and Eastern sections of the state. Rainfall in west and
central areas was limited. The end result was below normal rainfall for the
state for the 5th straight week and above normal temperatures for the 3rd
straight week. Hydrologic and agricultural drought continued across the state.

Temperatures for the 7 day period averaged 73 degrees across the state which was 
1 degree above normal and 2 degrees cooler than the previous week. High 
temperatures averaged from 85 in the West to 83 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 61 degrees in 
the West to 61 degrees in the East. Departure from normal low temperature ranged 
from 1 degree below normal in the West to near normal in the East. 

Rainfall for the period totaled 0.53 inches statewide which was 0.36 inches 
below normal. Rainfall totals by climate division, West 0.30 inches, Central 
0.26 inches, Bluegrass 0.99 inches and East 0.57 inches, which was -0.56, -0.66, 
+0.11 and -0.34 inches respectively from normal. By station, precipitation 
totals ranged from a low of 0.04 inches at Bowling Green to a high of 1.80 inches at 
Lexington. 
---
Kentucky Crop and Weather Report
Issued 4:00 P.M., June 4, 2007 RPT 11-07

AGRICULTURAL NEWS: Hot and dry weather prevailed during the week with scattered 
showers providing some relief at the end of the week. Most areas remained in 
need of rain for plant germination and growth. Precipitation for the week 
averaged 0.36 inches Statewide, which was .63 inches below normal. Temperatures 
averaged 75 degrees, 3 degrees above normal. Topsoil moisture was rated as 40 
percent very short, 43 percent short, and 17 percent adequate. Subsoil moisture 
was rated 23 percent very short, 50 percent short, 25 percent adequate, and 2 
percent surplus. There were 6.4 days suitable for fieldwork. Major activities 
for the week included setting tobacco and planting soybeans. Small grain harvest 
was underway and farmers were cutting hay. The first crop of hay is small 
causing some concern about hay supplies for the coming year.

TOBACCO: Tobacco setting made good progress during the week with 80 percent of 
the burley tobacco set as of Sunday, June 3, compared with 65 percent for last 
year and the five-year average of 59 percent. Seventy-two percent of the dark 
tobacco had been set, ahead of last year’s 50 percent and the five-year average 
of 58 percent. About 91 percent of tobacco plants were under 12 inches high, 
with 9 percent 12-24 inches in height. The tobacco crop condition was reported 
as 5 percent very poor, 12 percent poor, 32 percent fair, 43 percent good, and 8 
percent excellent. No major disease or pest problems were noted. Most tobacco 
has weathered the dry conditions fairly well at this point.

CORN: Very little corn remained to be planted. Crop eme rgence was reported at 
97 percent, above last year’s 94 percent and the five-year average of 87 
percent. The average emerged corn height was 20 inches, with the most advanced 
height at 33 inches. Corn condition was rated 2 percent very poor, 8 percent 
poor, 31 percent fair, 43 percent good, and 16 percent excellent. Much of the 
corn crop has stopped growing, as it waits for moisture. A few areas saw some 
twisting and other signs of moisture
related stress.

SOYBEANS: As of Sunday, June 3, 79 percent of the soybeans had been planted, 
well ahead of the 66 percent reported last year and the average of 51 percent. 
Sixty-three percent of the soybeans planted had emerged compared with last 
year’s 43 percent and the five-year average of 38 percent. Soybean condition was 
rated 2 percent very poor, 6 percent poor, 28 percent fair, 48 percent good, and 
16 percent excellent. Some producers are waiting for rain to complete planting.

SMALL GRAINS: The barley harvest was well underway with 40 percent harvested 
compared with 17 percent last year and the average of 21 percent. Winter wheat 
condition was rated 47 percent very poor, 21 percent poor, 28 percent fair, and 
4 percent good. Wheat combining was just beginning, with 8 percent of the 
harvest completed. Last year wheat harvest was 5 percent complete and the five-
year average was 2 percent. Yields and test weights are expected to be below 
normal for much of the crop

OTHER CROPS AND PASTURE: Nearly three quarters of sorghum acreage had been 
planted as of Sunday, June 3 well ahead of the 55 percent reported last year at 
this time, and the five-year average of 54 percent. Pasture condition was rated 
11 percent very poor, 25 percent poor, 40 percent fair, 23 percent good, and 1 
percent excellent.

Kentucky Weather and Climate Summary
For the 7-Day Period May 28 to June 3, 2007

Above Normal Temperatures and Below Normal Rainfall:

Scattered to numerous showers and thunderstorms occurred over much of the state 
over the weekend with locally heavy rainfall. Otherwise, it was a dry and very 
warm workweek. This was the 4th week in a row with below normal rainfall for the 
Bluegrass state. Mild to moderate drought conditions continued to plague much of 
the state, according to most drought indices. Extreme high temperatures were 
near 90 degrees and extreme low temperatures were in the mid 50s.

Temperatures for the period averaged 75 degrees across the state which was 5 
degrees above normal and 3 degrees warmer than the previous week. High 
temperatures averaged from 86 in the West to 86 in the East. Departure from 
normal high temperatures ranged from 2 degrees above normal in the West to 6 
degrees above normal in the East. Low temperatures averaged from 64 degrees in 
the West to 63 degrees in the East. Departure from normal low temperature ranged 
from 4 degrees above normal in the West to 4 degrees above normal in the East. 

Rainfall for the period totaled 0.36 inches statewide which was 0.63 inches 
below normal. Rainfall totals by climate division, West 0.72 inches, Central 
0.34 inches, Bluegrass 0.19 inches and East 0.19 inches, which was 0.28, 0.69, 
0.78 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 1.55 inches at Nolin 
Lake. 

---
Kentucky Crop and Weather Report
Issued 4:00 P.M., May 29, 2007 SAL 10-07

AGRICULTURAL NEWS: Above normal temperatures and below normal precipitation 
remained the trend across the Commonwealth. Farmers were in need of rain for 
plant germination and growth. Rainfall was below average for the third week in a 
row. Precipitation for the week totaled 0.02 inches Statewide, which was 1.04 
inches below normal. Topsoil moisture was rated as 22 percent very short, 48 
percent short, 28 percent adequate, and 2 percent surplus. Subsoil moisture was 
rated 14 percent very short, 44 percent short, 38 percent adequate, and 4 
percent surplus. There were 6.5 days suitable for fieldwork.

TOBACCO: Tobacco setting was ahead of last year and the five-year average. Sixty-
two percent of the burley tobacco had been set compared with 44 percent for last 
year and the five-year average of 38 percent. Sixty percent of the dark tobacco 
had been set, ahead of last year’s 28 percent and the five-year average of 38 
percent. Farmers reported the tobacco crop condition was 5 percent very poor, 6 
percent poor, 29 percent fair, 51 percent good, and 9 percent
excellent.

CORN: Corn planting was virtually completed with producers having seeded 99 
percent of their acres, compared to 97 percent last year, and 89 percent for the 
five-year average. Crop emergence was reported at 94 percent, above last year’s 
90 percent and the five year average of 82 percent. The average emerged corn 
height was 13 inches, with the most advanced height at 22 inches. Corn condition 
was rated 1 percent very poor, 3 percent poor, 23 percent fair, 54 percent good, 
and 19 percent excellent.

SOYBEANS: As of Sunday, May 27, soybeans were 62 percent planted, compared to 48 
percent last year and 39 percent for the five year average. Soybeans emerged was 
reported at 38 percent, ahead of last year’s 23 percent and above the five year 
average of 25 percent. Soybean condition was rated 1 percent very poor, 4 
percent poor, 22 percent fair, 57 percent good, and 16 percent excellent.

SMALL GRAINS: Winter wheat condition was rated 40 percent very poor, 28 percent 
poor, 21 percent fair, and 11 percent good. The barley harvest had begun with 1 
percent of the crop harvested, equal to last year, and below the 5 year average 
of 3 percent. Some farmers reported that disease and pest issues seemed to be 
minor at this time.

OTHER CROPS AND PASTURE: Sixty-five percent of sorghum acreage had been planted, 
compared to 44 percent last year at this time, and above 38 percent as the 5-
year average. Pasture condition was rated 5 percent very poor, 20 percent poor, 
41 percent fair, 30 percent good, and 4 percent excellent. The hay crop 
condition was rated 10 percent very poor, 25 percent poor, 39 percent fair,
24 percent good, and 2 percent excellent.

Kentucky Weather and Climate Summary
For the Period May 21 to May 27, 2007

Above Normal Temperature and Below Normal Rainfall:

Another dry week for the Bluegrass state. High temperatures were in the 80s the 
entire week with upper 80s on the weekend. The state has experienced below 
normal rainfall for five out of the past six weeks. Most drought indices 
indicated drought conditions were becoming established. 

Temperatures for the period averaged 72 degrees across the state which was 3 
degrees above normal and 10 degrees warmer than the previous week. High 
temperatures averaged from 86 in the West to 85 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 59 degrees in 
the West to 58 degrees in the East. Departure from normal low temperature ranged 
from near normal in the West to near normal in the East. 

Rainfall for the period totaled 0.02 inches statewide which was 1.04 inches 
below normal. Rainfall totals by climate division, West 0.05 inches, 
Central 0.00 inches, Bluegrass 0.00 inches and East 0.04 inches, which was 
1.05, 1.11, 1.02 and 0.96 inches respectively below normal. By station, 
precipitation totals ranged from a low of 0.00 inches at Bardstown to a high of 
0.20 inches at Cape Girardeau. 
---
Kentucky Crop and Weather Report
Issued 4:00 P.M., May 21, 2007 SAL 9-07

AGRICULTURAL NEWS: Rainfall was below average for the second week in a row. The 
cold front that moved through the Commonwealth midweek made cooler temperatures 
the trend until the end of the weekend. Precipitation for the week totaled 0.49 
inches Statewide, which was 0.57 inches below normal. Topsoil moisture was rated 
as 5 percent very short, 28 percent short, 59 percent adequate, and 8 percent 
surplus. Subsoil moisture was rated 4 percent very short, 25 percent short, 65 
percent adequate, and 6 percent surplus. There were 5.3 days suitable for 
fieldwork. Farmers’ primary activities for the week were planting corn and 
soybeans, setting tobacco, and harvesting hay.

TOBACCO: Tobacco setting is ahead of last year and the five-year average. Thirty-
seven percent of the burley tobacco has been set compared with 21 percent for 
last year and the five-year average of 20 percent. Thirty-one percent of the 
dark tobacco has been set, ahead of last year’s 14 percent and the fiveyear 
average of 18 percent. Farmers report the tobacco crop condition as 2 percent 
poor, 31 percent fair, 58 percent good, and 9 percent excellent.

ROW CROPS: Corn producers have seeded 96 percent of their acres, compared to 94 
percent last year, and 83 percent for the five-year average. Crop emergence was 
reported at 86 percent, above last year’s 80 percent and the five year average 
of 72 percent. The average emerged corn height was 9 inches, with the most 
advanced height at 15 inches. Corn condition was rated 1 percent poor, 17 
percent fair, 57 percent good, and 25 percent excellent. As of Sunday, May 20, 
soybeans were 38 percent planted, compared to 25 percent last year and 26 
percent for the five year average. Soybeans emerged was reported at 10 percent, 
equal to last year and below the five year average of 11 percent.

SMALL GRAINS: Winter wheat condition was rated 33 percent very poor, 35 percent 
poor, 26 percent fair, and 6 percent good. The winter wheat harvest is expected 
to begin June 14, and barley on June 6. Poor yields are expected from the freeze 
damaged winter wheat crop, and some farmers report they also expect a poor 
barley harvest.

OTHER CROPS AND PASTURE: Thirty-seven percent of sorghum acreage had been 
planted equal to last year at this time, and above 23 percent as the 5-year 
average. Pasture condition was rated 13 percent poor, 41 percent fair, 40 
percent good, and 6 percent excellent. The hay crop condition was rated 5 
percent very poor, 29 percent poor, 39 percent fair, 25 percent good, and 2 
percent excellent.

Kentucky Weather and Climate Summary
For the Period May 14 to May 20, 2007

Below Normal Temperatures and Below Normal Rainfall:

With limited rainfall at mid-week, it was the second week straight with below
normal rainfall. Temperatures were very warm until a cold front moved through
on Wednesday. Cool temperatures were the trend until Sunday. Patchy frost was
reported in eastern sections of the state on Saturday morning.

Temperatures for the period averaged 62 degrees across the state which was 5 
degrees below normal and 8 degrees cooler than the previous week. High 
temperatures averaged from 76 in the West to 74 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 49 degrees in 
the West to 48 degrees in the East. Departure from normal low temperature ranged 
from 8 degrees below normal in the West to 8 degrees below normal in the East. 
Extreme high temperatures were in the upper 80s and extreme low temperatures
were in the mid 30s.

Precipitation (liq. equ.) for the period totaled 0.49 inches statewide which was 
0.57 inches below normal. Precipitation totals by climate division, West 0.35 
inches, Central 0.59 inches, Bluegrass 0.45 inches and East 0.56 inches, which 
was 0.75, 0.51, 0.57 and 0.45 inches below normal. By station, precipitation 
totals ranged from a low of 0.14 inches at Cumberland Gap to a high of 1.04 
inches at Berea. 
---
Kentucky Crop and Weather Report
Issued 4:00 P.M., May 14, 2007 SAL 8-07

AGRICULTURAL NEWS: Scattered showers and thunderstorms provided west and central 
sections of the State with heavy rainfall prior to the weekend. Otherwise, it 
was a warm, dry week with high humidity, above normal temperatures and below 
normal rainfall. Precipitation for the week totaled 0.31 inches Statewide, which 
was 0.75 inches below normal. Topsoil moisture was rated as 19 percent short, 73 
percent adequate, and 8 percent surplus. Subsoil moisture was rated 15 percent 
short, 76 percent adequate, and 9 percent surplus. There were 5.5 days suitable 
for fieldwork. Farmers’ primary activities for the week continued to be planting 
corn and soybeans and setting
tobacco.

TOBACCO: Tobacco setting is ahead of last year and the five-year average. Twenty-
one percent of the burley tobacco has been set compared with 11 percent for last 
year and the five-year average of 9 percent. Nineteen percent of the dark 
tobacco has been set, ahead of last year’s 5 percent and the
five-year average of 6 percent.

ROW CROPS: Nice weather for this week allowed farmers to catch up on their corn 
planting. Corn planting is now ahead of last year, and the five-year average. As 
of Sunday, May 13, 92 percent of the corn was planted compared to 88 percent for 
last year and 78 percent for the five-year average. Seventy-seven percent of the 
crop had emerged, ahead of last year’s 75 percent, and the five-year average of 
65 percent. The condition of the corn crop continued to improve and was rated 1 
percent poor, 20 percent fair, 56 percent good, and 23 percent excellent. 
Farmers have continued to plant soybeans with 19 percent planted as of Sunday 
compared to 17 percent last year and 16 percent
for the five-year average.

SMALL GRAINS: The winter wheat crop is in very poor condition with 40 percent 
rated very poor, 30 percent poor, 24 percent fair, and 6 percent good. Of the 
crop left in the field, producers expect greatly reduced yields.

OTHER CROPS AND PASTURE: Pasture condition was rated 1 percent very poor, 12 
percent poor, 40 percent fair, 40 percent good, and 7 percent excellent. The hay 
crop condition was rated 5 percent very poor, 23 percent poor, 42 percent fair, 
26 percent good, and 4 percent excellent. As of Sunday, May 13, 9 percent of 
sorghum acreage had been planted compared to 20 percent last year at this time, 
and 11 percent as the 5-year average. Strawberry growers reported 63 percent of 
their berries as small, 32 percent as medium, and 5
percent as large.

Kentucky Weather and Climate Summary
For the Period May 7 to May 13, 2007

Above Normal Temperatures and Below Normal Rainfall:

Scattered showers and isolated thunderstorms provided west and central sections 
of the state with locally heavy rainfall on Thursday and Friday. Otherwise, it 
was a warm, dry week with high humidity for most of the week. Temperatures in 
the 80s were common for most of the week. Cooler, less humid weather returned on 
Sunday.

Temperatures for the period averaged 70 degrees across the state which was 5 
degrees above normal and 2 degrees warmer than 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 above normal in the West to 8 
degrees above normal in the East. Low temperatures averaged from 61 degrees in 
the West to 55 degrees in the East. Departure from normal low temperature ranged 
from 6 degrees above normal in the West to 2 degrees above normal in the East.
Extreme high temperatures were near 90 degrees and extreme low temperatures
were in the mid 40s. This was the third week straight with above normal
temperatures. 

Precipitation (liq. equ.) for the period totaled 0.31 inches statewide which was 
0.75 inches below normal. Precipitation totals by climate division, West 0.63 
inches, Central 0.59 inches, Bluegrass 0.01 inches and East 0.03 inches, which 
was 0.48, 0.52, 1.01 and 0.98 inches respectively below normal. By station, 
precipitation totals ranged from a low of 0.00 inches at Bristol to a high of 
1.83 inches at Bowling Green. 
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Kentucky Crop and Weather Report
Issued 4:00 P.M., May 7, 2007 SKB 7-07

AGRICULTURAL NEWS: Temperatures averaged 68 degrees across the State, which was 
8 degrees above normal and 2 degrees warmer than the previous week. 
Precipitation for the week totaled 1.25 inches Statewide, which was 0.08 inches 
above normal. Showers and thunderstorms on Friday and Saturday with locally 
heavy rainfall caused some flood and flash flood problems. Topsoil moisture was 
rated as 7 percent short, 76 percent adequate, and 17 percent surplus. Subsoil 
moisture was rated 11 percent short, 77 percent adequate, and 12 percent 
surplus. There were 3.8 days suitable for fieldwork. The main farming activities 
for the week were planting corn and soybeans and setting tobacco.

TOBACCO: Only a fourth of the tobacco seedlings are less than 2 inches tall, 
while 43 percent are 2 to 4 inches tall, and 32 percent are over 4 inches. Eight 
percent of the burley tobacco has been set compared with 4 percent for last year 
and the fiveyear average of 3 percent. Four percent of the dark tobacco has been 
set, ahead of last year’s 1 percent and the five-year average of 2 percent. 
Producers indicate that there will be adequate plants for tobacco setting in 96 
percent of the State.

ROW CROPS: Corn planting remains behind last year, but is now ahead of the five-
year average. As of Sunday, May 6, 80 percent of the corn was planted compared 
to 83 percent for last year and 73 percent for the five-year average. Fifty-four 
percent of the crop had emerged, well behind last year’s 66 percent, but the 
same as the five-year average. After replanting from the late freeze, the 
condition of the corn crop had improved and was rated 3 percent poor, 21 percent 
fair, 55 percent good, and 21 percent excellent. Farmers have continued to plant 
soybeans with 6 percent planted as of Sunday compared to 11 percent last year 
and 9 percent for the five-year average.

SMALL GRAINS: Fifty-four percent of the winter wheat crop had headed, still well 
behind last year’s 81 percent and the five-year average of 61 percent. The crop 
is still in very poor condition with seventyfour percent rated poor or very 
poor. Of the crop left in the field, producers expect greatly reduced yields.

OTHER CROPS AND PASTURE: Hay crops were rated 3 percent very poor, 23 percent 
poor, 45 percent fair, 24 percent good, and 5 percent excellent. Compared to the 
previous week’s rating of 39 percent poor to very poor, the hay has begun to 
recover from the late freeze. Pasture condition was rated 1 percent very poor, 9 
percent poor, 41 percent fair, 41 percent good, and 8 percent excellent.

Kentucky Climate Summary
For the Period April 30 to May 6, 2007

Above Normal Temperatures and Slightly Above Normal Rainfall:

The workweek started off very warm and dry with temperatures in the 80s. By
mid-week, a very slow moving low pressure system moved from the central plains
into the Ohio Valley. A meandering front connected to this low moved into
Kentucky and threatened showers and thunderstorms into the weekend. Widespread
showers and thunderstorms occurred from Friday thru Saturday with locally
heavy rainfall which created flood and flash flood problems. Sunday was dry
and mild with gusty winds.

Temperatures for the period averaged 67.9 degrees across the state which was 8 
degrees above normal and 2 degrees warmer than the previous week. High 
temperatures averaged from 79 in the West to 78 in the East. Departure from 
normal high temperatures ranged from 2 degrees above normal in the West to 6 
degrees above normal in the East. Low temperatures averaged from 61 degrees in 
the West to 58 degrees in the East. Departure from normal low temperature ranged 
from 8 degrees above normal in the West to 7 degrees above normal in the East. 
Extreme high temperatures were in the upper 80s and extreme low temperatures
were in the mid 50s.

Precipitation (liq. equ.) for the period totaled 1.25 inches statewide which was 
0.08 inches above normal. Precipitation totals by climate division, West 0.98 
inches, Central 1.27 inches, Bluegrass 1.17 inches and East 1.50 inches, which 
was -0.31, +0.05, +0.06 and +0.42 inches respectively from normal. By station, 
precipitation totals ranged from a low of 0.00 inches at Buckhorn Lake to a high 
of 2.94 inches at London. 
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Kentucky Crop and Weather Report
Issued 4:00 P.M., April 30, 2007 SKB 6-07

AGRICULTURAL NEWS: Temperatures averaged 66 degrees across the State, which was 
6 degrees above normal and 10 degrees warmer than last week. Precipitation for 
the week totaled 0.76 inches Statewide, which was 0.23 inches below normal. For 
a second week, most of the precipitation in the State was received over central 
Kentucky. Topsoil moisture was rated as 9 percent short, 78 percent adequate, 
and 13 percent surplus. Subsoil moisture was rated 1 percent very short, 12 
percent short, 77 percent adequate, and 10 percent surplus. There were 4.3 days 
suitable for fieldwork. The main farming activities for the week were replanting 
corn, cutting damaged wheat for hay, and disking and fertilizing fields.

TOBACCO: Forty-three percent of the tobacco seedlings are less than 2 inches 
tall, 42 percent are 2 to 4 inches tall, and 15 percent are over 4 inches. Two 
percent of the burley tobacco has been set compared with 1 percent for last year 
and the fiveyear average.

ROW CROPS: Corn planting remains behind last year and the five year average. As 
of Sunday, April 29, 59 percent of the corn was planted compared to 72 percent 
for last year and 64 percent for the five year average. Twenty-one percent of 
the crop had emerged, well behind last year’s 43 percent and the five-year 
average of 37 percent. The condition of the corn crop was rated 1 percent very 
poor, 9 percent poor, 37 percent fair, 46 percent good, and 7 percent excellent. 
Farmers continue to slowly plant soybeans, with 2 percent planted as of Sunday 
compared to 6 percent last year and 4 percent for the five-year average. 
Producers indicate that nitrogen fertilizer supplies in their area are 98 
percent of need.

SMALL GRAINS: Eighteen percent of the winter wheat crop had headed, well behind 
last year’s 55 percent and the five-year average of 29 percent. The crop is 
still in very poor condition with eightyone percent rated poor or very poor. 
Many farmers are cutting the wheat for hay or burning down the damaged wheat and 
plan to replant with early season soybeans.

OTHER CROPS AND PASTURE: Hay crops were rated 9 percent very poor, 30 percent 
poor, 38 percent fair, 20 percent good, and 3 percent excellent. Pasture 
condition was rated 4 percent very poor, 15 percent poor, 40 percent fair, 37 
percent good, and 4 percent excellent.

Kentucky Weather and Climate Summary
For the Period April 23 to April 29, 2007

Above Normal Temperatures and Below Normal Rainfall:

The first half of the workweek was mild with scattered showers and thunderstorms 
due to a very slow moving low pressure system and a stalled front meandering 
over the Ohio Valley. Rainfall was limited for much of the state except central 
and Bluegrass sections where near and slightly above normal rainfall occurred. 
On Friday, the entire system moved east of the Bluegrass state and provided a 
very cool day. Temperatures rebounded and dry conditions returned on the weekend 
with highs into the 70s.

Temperatures for the 7 day period averaged 66 degrees across the state which was 
6 degrees above normal and 10 degrees warmer than the previous week. High 
temperatures averaged from 77 in the West to 76 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 57 degrees in 
the West to 56 degrees in the East. Departure from normal low temperature ranged 
from 7 degrees above normal in the West to 8 degrees above normal in the East. 
Extreme high temperatures were in the low to mid 80s and extreme lows were in
the upper 40s.

Precipitation (liq. equ.) for the period totaled 0.76 inches statewide which was 
0.23 inches below normal. Precipitation totals by climate division, West 0.45 
inches, Central 1.28 inches, Bluegrass 0.89 inches and East 0.40 inches, which 
was -0.63, +0.27, -0.05 and -0.52 inches respectively from normal. By station, 
precipitation totals ranged from a low of 0.03 inches at Buckhorn Lake to a high 
of 1.53 inches at Hardinsburg. 
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Kentucky Crop and Weather Report
Issued 4:00 P.M., April 23, 2007 SKB 5-07

AGRICULTURAL NEWS: Temperatures were only 1 degree below normal this week with 
more moderate temperatures in west Kentucky. Precipitation was well below normal 
with only .06 inches received, 0.92 inches below normal. Most of the 
precipitation in the State was received over central Kentucky. Topsoil moisture 
was rated as 1 percent very short, 6 percent short, 76 percent adequate, and 17 
percent surplus. Subsoil moisture was rated 11 percent short, 75 percent 
adequate, and 14 percent surplus. There were 4.4 days suitable for fieldwork. 
The main farming activities for the week were assessing damage to wheat and corn 
fields, planting corn, and mowing down the alfalfa due to the freeze damage.

TOBACCO: Sixty-five percent of the tobacco seedlings are less than 2 inches 
tall, 23 percent are 2 to 4 inches tall, and 12 percent are over 4 inches. 
Ninety-five percent of the tobacco is in float beds and the remainder is in 
conventional beds.

ROW CROPS: Corn planting continues to progress behind last year and the five 
year average. As of Sunday, April 22, 43 percent of the corn was planted 
compared to 64 percent for last year and 52 percent for the five year average. 
Twelve percent of the crop had emerged, also behind last year and the average. 
The condition of the corn crop was rated 20 percent very poor, 19 percent poor, 
43 percent fair, and 18 percent good. Some farmers are considering replanting 
corn due to the freezing temperatures earlier in the month. Farmers have just 
begun to plant soybeans with 1 percent planted as of Sunday. This is behind both 
last year and the five year average.

SMALL GRAINS: Ten percent of the winter wheat crop had headed, well behind last 
year’s 23 percent, but ahead of the five year average of 8 percent. Eighty 
percent of the winter wheat crop condition was rated poor or very poor. Reports 
indicate worse damage from the freeze than thought last week. Farmers are 
considering replacing the damaged wheat by planting early season soybeans.

OTHER CROPS AND PASTURE: Strawberries also suffered from the untimely freeze and 
were rated 26 percent very poor, 40 percent poor, 23 percent fair, 8 percent 
good, and 3 percent excellent. Farmers expect the first date of alfalfa cutting 
to be around May 10, although quality and quantity will be poor due to the 
freeze. Pasture condition was rated 5 percent very poor, 16 percent poor, 39 
percent fair, 34 percent good, and 6 percent excellent.

Kentucky Climate Summary
For the Period April 16 to April 22, 2007

Below Normal Temperatures and Below Normal Rainfall:

High pressure dominated Bluegrass weather through Tuesday of last week. Cool 
temperatures were the rule in the east...but temperatures moderated for west 
Kentucky. Low pressure stalled over the state on Wednesday and Thursday and 
provided very cool temperatures, clouds and limited rainfall. A warming trend 
started on Friday and lasted into Sunday with temperatures in and near the 80s 
and sunny, dry conditions.

Temperatures for the period averaged 56 degrees across the state which was 1 
degree below normal and 10 degrees warmer than the previous week. High 
temperatures averaged from 72 in the West to 68 in the East. Departure from 
normal high temperatures ranged from 1 degrees below normal in the West to 2 
degrees above normal in the East. Low temperatures averaged from 43 degrees in 
the West to 42 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. 

Precipitation (liq. equ.) for the period totaled 0.06 inches statewide which was 
0.92 inches below normal. Precipitation totals by climate division, West 0.00 
inches, Central 0.02 inches, Bluegrass 0.20 inches and East 0.03 inches, which 
was 1.07, 0.99, 0.74 and 0.89 inches respectively below normal. By station, 
precipitation totals ranged from a low of 0.00 inches at Bardstown to a high of 
0.50 inches at Williamstown. 
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Kentucky Crop and Weather Report
Issued 4:00 P.M., April 16, 2007 SRM 4-07

AGRICULTURAL NEWS: The week began very cold with temperatures gradually rising 
to normal by mid-week. As the weekend approached, temperatures again dropped 
bringing frost. The cold front brought moderate to heavy rain. Temperatures 
averaged 46 degrees, 9 degrees below normal. Total precipitation for the week 
was 1.74 inches, which was 0.76 inches above normal. Topsoil moisture was rated 
as 1 percent very short, 4 percent short, 63 percent adequate, and 32 percent 
surplus. Subsoil moisture was rated 1 percent very short, 11 percent short, 70 
percent adequate, and 18 percent surplus. There were 2.6 days suitable for 
fieldwork. The main farming activity for the week was tobacco seeding as the 
weather did not permit other tasks.

TOBACCO: As of April 15, plant bed and greenhouse seeding was 88 percent 
complete. This was 3 percent above the previous year and 1 percent above the 
five year average. Emergence of transplants reached 69 percent. In comparison, 
65 percent of transplants had emerged at this time last year with 61 percent 
being the five year average.

CORN: Corn planting progress was hampered by the weather with 29 percent of 
intended acreage in the ground. Planting was 2 percent ahead of the previous 
year and 1 percent ahead of the five year average.

SMALL GRAINS: Winter wheat condition was rated 30 percent very poor, 34 percent 
poor, 20 percent fair, 15 percent good, and 1 percent excellent. Barley 
condition was 57 percent very poor, 31 percent poor, and 12 percent fair. Freeze 
damage to small grains was reflected in the dramatic decline in reported 
conditions.

OTHER CROPS AND PASTURE: Early fruit crops and first cutting alfalfa suffered 
extensive damage resulting from multiple nights of freezing temperatures in the 
past week. Pasture condition was 1 percent very poor, 12 percent poor, 42 
percent fair, 38 percent good, and 7 percent excellent.

Kentucky Weather and Climate Summary
For the Period April 9 to April 15, 2007

Below Normal Temperatures and Above Normal Rainfall:

It was a very cool, wet week for the Bluegrass state. The week started off
with temperatures in the low to mid 20s on Monday morning which was a 
continuation of the previous week's historic cold temperatures. A slight
warming trend occurred on Tuesday and Wednesday with highs in the upper
50s and low 60s. The remainder of the week returned to very cool temperatures...
with frost threatening again late in the weekend. Light to moderate rain
occurred on Tuesday and Wednesday. Widespread moderate to heavy rainfall
through the weekend interrupted most outdoor activites with flooding and
flash flooding...mainly in eastern Kentucky.

Temperatures for the past 7 days averaged 46 degrees across the state which was 
9 degrees below normal with the same average temperature as the previous week. 
High temperatures averaged from 57 in the West to 55 in the East. Departure from 
normal high temperatures ranged from 13 degrees below normal in the West to 9 
degrees below normal in the East. Low temperatures averaged from 37 degrees in 
the West to 37 degrees in the East. Departure from normal low temperature ranged 
from 8 degrees below normal in the West to 7 degrees below normal in the East. 

Precipitation (liq. equ.) for the period totaled 1.74 inches statewide which was 
0.76 inches above normal. Precipitation totals by climate division, West 2.08 
inches, Central 2.10 inches, Bluegrass 1.58 inches and East 1.19 inches, which 
was 1.00, 1.10, 0.64 and 0.28 inches respectively above normal. By station, 
precipitation totals ranged from a low of 0.27 inches at Buckhorn Lake to a high 
of 2.69 inches at Cape Girardeau. 
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Kentucky Crop and Weather Report
Issued 4:00 P.M., April 9, 2007 SRM 3-07

AGRICULTURAL NEWS: The week began warm and dry, however temperatures dropped 
considerably by mid-week. The cold front brought freezing temperatures and snow 
flurries. After dropping, the temperature stabilized through the weekend. 
Temperatures averaged 46 degrees, 7 degrees below normal. Total precipitation 
for the week was 0.68 inches, which was 0.30 inches below normal. Topsoil 
moisture was rated as 1 percent very short, 10 percent short, 70 percent 
adequate, and 19 percent surplus. Subsoil moisture was rated 1 percent very 
short, 13 percent short, 75 percent adequate, and 11 percent surplus. There were 
3.5 days suitable for fieldwork. Farming activity for the week consisted 
primarily of tobacco seeding, corn planting, fertilization, and working ground 
for the planting season.

TOBACCO: As of April 8, plant bed and greenhouse seeding was 78 percent 
complete. Completion of seeding equaled the previous year. Emergence of 
transplants was 44 percent complete.

CORN: Corn planting was ahead of schedule with 26 percent of intended acreage in 
the ground. Planting was only 13 percent for both the previous year and the five 
year average.

SMALL GRAINS: The average height for winter wheat was 13 inches. Winter wheat 
condition was 9 percent very poor, 6 percent poor, 21 percent fair, 49 percent 
good, and 15 percent excellent. Barley condition was 4 percent very poor, 6 
percent poor, 17 percent fair, 53 percent good, and 20 percent excellent. 
Dependent upon the stage of development, small grains may have suffered some 
freeze damage.

OTHER CROPS AND PASTURE: Fruit trees were reported as 74 percent budding or in 
bloom. There was freeze damage to early blooming fruit crops of which the extent 
is not yet known. Pasture condition was 4 percent poor, 28 percent fair, 53 
percent good, and 15 percent excellent.

Kentucky Weather and Climate Summary
For the Period April 2 to 8, 2007

Below Normal Temperatures and Below Normal Rainfall:

Record and near-record high temperatures started the workweek. Record and near- 
record low temperatures ended the workweek. After several weeks with very mild 
conditions, Arctic air invaded the Commonwealth starting on Wednesday and 
brought with it a drastic change in weather patterns...along with several 
morning's with frosts and freezing temperatures. High temperatures on Monday and 
Tuesday were in the low to mid 80s. By Thursday, low temperatures dropped into 
the upper 20s to low 30s. By Sunday, low temperatures reached record levels in 
the upper teens to low 20s. Flurries and snow showers were common from Thursday 
to Sunday.

Temperatures for the 7 day period averaged 46 degrees across the state which was 
7 degrees below normal and 22 degrees colder than the previous week. High 
temperatures averaged from 56 in the West to 54 in the East. Departure from 
normal high temperatures ranged from 11 degrees below normal in the West to 7 
degrees below normal in the East. Low temperatures averaged from 37 degrees in 
the West to 37 degrees in the East. Departure from normal low temperature ranged 
from 6 degrees below normal in the West to 4 degrees below normal in the East. 

Precipitation (liq. equ.) for the period totaled 0.68 inches statewide which was 
0.30 inches below normal. Precipitation totals by climate division, West 0.51 
inches, Central 0.90 inches, Bluegrass 0.90 inches and East 0.42 inches, which 
was 0.56, 0.10, 0.04 and 0.50 inches respectively below normal. By station, 
precipitation totals ranged from a low of 0.00 inches at London to a high of 
1.62 inches at Campbellsville. 


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Kentucky Crop and Weather Report
Issued 4:00 P.M., April 2, 2007 SRM 2-07
 
AGRICULTURAL NEWS: March ended with adequate amounts of rainfall to sustain crop 
and pasture growth, with above average temperatures aiding development. There 
were several thunderstorms, but none particularly severe in nature. The average 
temperature across the State was 68 degrees, 17 degrees above normal. The amount 
of precipitation averaged 0.98 inches. Precipitation amount was 0.04 inches 
below normal. Topsoil moisture was 2 percent very short, 11 percent short, 72 
percent adequate, and 15 percent surplus. Subsoil moisture was 3 percent very 
short, 16 percent short, 69 percent adequate, and 12 percent surplus. Drier 
conditions persisted in the extreme southeast part of the State. There were 4.4 
days, out of the possible 7, suitable for fieldwork. Farm work during the week 
consisted primarily of tobacco seeding, fertilization, and planting preparation. 
Supply of Nitrogen fertilizer is expected to meet 97 percent of anticipated 
need. Planting preparation, including plowing and fertilization was 43 percent 
complete.

TOBACCO: As of April 1, plant bed and greenhouse seeding was 73 percent 
complete. Seeding completion was 6 percent ahead of last year.

SMALL GRAINS & LEGUMES: Due to a relatively mild winter, the State’s winter 
wheat crop is in mostly good condition. Winter wheat lost due to winter kill was 
reported at 5 percent. The condition of winter wheat was 1 percent very poor, 4 
percent poor, 18 percent fair, 49 percent good, and 28 percent excellent. The 
barley acreage lost to winter kill was reported at 3 percent. Barley condition 
was 1 percent poor, 13 percent fair, 68 percent good, and 18 percent excellent. 
Alfalfa stand loss was 4 percent, while Red clover stand loss was 5 percent.

PASTURE & LIVESTOCK: Pasture condition was reported as 1 percent very poor, 7 
percent poor, 31 percent fair, 47 percent good, and 14 percent excellent. 
Roughage requirements for livestock were 43 percent met by pasture. The majority 
of farms statewide, 69 percent, were still providing livestock with winter feed. 
Approximately 20 percent of the winter hay supply was reported as still on hand. 
Livestock were in mostly good condition.

Kentucky Weather and Climate Summary
For the Period March 26 to April 1, 2007

Much Above Normal Temperatures and Near Normal Rainfall:

A very warm and early start to Spring for the Bluegrass state. The warm 
temperatures dominated the entire 7 day period with rainfall at mid-week and on 
the weekend. This caused an explosion of growth across the entire Commonwealth. 
Yet, dry conditions were indicated in southern and southeast sections of the 
state. Temperatures in the low 80s were recorded at most locations. Last week
was the 6th week straight with above normal temperatures.

Temperatures for the 7 day period averaged 68 degrees across the state which was 
17 degrees above normal and 7 degrees warmer than the previous week. High 
temperatures averaged from 79 in the West to 76 in the East. Departure from 
normal high temperatures ranged from 14 degrees above normal in the West to 18 
degrees above normal in the East. Low temperatures averaged from 58 degrees in 
the West to 58 degrees in the East. Departure from normal low temperature ranged 
from 18 degrees above normal in the West to 19 degrees from above in the East. 
The extreme high temperature was near 85 degrees at Paducah and the extreme
low temperatures was near 49 degrees at Jackson.

Precipitation (liq. equ.) for the period totaled 0.98 inches statewide which was 
-0.04 inches from normal. Precipitation totals by climate division, West 1.09 
inches, Central 0.57 inches, Bluegrass 1.58 inches and East 0.70 inches, which 
was -0.03, -0.47, +0.59 and -0.26 inches respectively from normal. By station, 
precipitation totals ranged from a low of 0.16 inches at Bristol to a high of 
3.08 inches at Williamstown. 

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This first Crop & Weather Report of 2007 is a summary of winter weather. Freeze 
probabilities are included on the next page. The regular releases will begin on 
April 2. The primary purpose of the weekly report is to provide producers, 
agricultural media and others with up-to-date information on crops, moisture, 
temperatures, etc. Information is made possible through cooperation of the 
University of Kentucky Agricultural Weather Center, National Weather Service, 
County Agricultural Agents of the Extension Service, Farm Service Agency, 
voluntary crop reporters and weather observers.

March 2007: March began with above normal temperatures and below normal 
rainfall. The warmer than normal temperatures persisted the entire month. 
However, frequent storm systems brought increased shower activity which provided 
greater than normal rainfall through the
month’s end.

February 2007: The month was the 11th coldest and 26th driest in the past 112 
years. Very moist conditions continued in west, central and bluegrass areas for 
the entire month. Yet, southeastern sections of the State moved into the 
moderate hydrologic drought stage. Temperatures averaged 29.7 degrees, 7.7 
degree below normal. Precipitation (liq. equ.) totaled 2.30 in., 1.45 in. below 
normal. Precipitation totals ranged from a low of 0.55 in. at Buckhorn Lake to a 
high of 3.69 in. at Cape Girardeau.

January 2007: January was the third warmer-than-normal month in a row. 
Temperatures averaged 37.4 degrees, 4.3 degrees above normal. Extreme high 
temperatures were in the mid to upper 60’s and extreme low temperatures were in 
upper single digits. Precipitation (liq. equ.) totaled 4.21 in., 0.49 in. above 
normal. Precipitation totals ranged from a low of 1.59 in. at Bristol to a high 
of 6.43 in. at Paducah.

December 2006: Mild temperatures held snowfall at bay for most of the month. 
Louisville, Paducah and many locations set new record high temperatures on 
December 17th with 70 and 77 degrees respectively. Temperatures averaged 41 
degrees, 4 degrees above normal. Precipitation (liq. equ.) totaled 2.99 in., 
1.29 in. below normal. Precipitation totals ranged from a low of 0.34 in. at 
Cumberland Gap to a high of 4.82 in. at Princeton.

November 2006: Temperatures averaged 47 degrees, 0.5 degrees above normal. 
Precipitation (liq. equ.) totaled 3.27 in., 0.77 in. below normal. Precipitation 
totals ranged from a low of 1.08 in. at Berea to a high of 5.67 in. at Paducah.

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Kentucky Weather Summary
For the Period December 24, 2006 to December 31, 2006

Above Normal Temperatures and Below Normal Rainfall:

Temperatures for the final full week of December 2006 averaged 42 degrees across 
the state which was 9 degrees above normal but 5 degrees cooler than the 
previous week. High temperatures averaged from 49 in the West to 50 in the East. 
Departure from normal high temperatures ranged from 7 degrees above normal in 
the West to 9 degrees above normal in the East. Low temperatures averaged from 
35 degrees in the West to 34 degrees in the East. Departure from normal low 
temperature ranged from 7 degrees above normal in the West to 13 degrees above 
normal in the East. 

Precipitation (liq. equ.) for the period totaled 0.82 inches statewide which was 
0.13 inches below normal. Precipitation totals by climate division, West 0.89 
inches, Central 1.29 inches, Bluegrass 0.71 inches and East 0.39 inches, which 
was -0.12, +0.27, -0.15 and -0.54 inches respectively from normal. By station, 
precipitation totals ranged from a low of 0.00 inches at Mayfield to a high of 
2.18 inches at Hardinsburg. 
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Kentucky Weather Summary: For the Period December 18 to 24, 2006

Above Normal Temperatures and Below Normal Rainfall:

Below normal precipitation fell again across the Bluegrass state this week, 
which was the 4th straight week for this trend...and the second week straight
for mild temperatures.

Temperatures for the period averaged 47 degrees across the state which was 13 
degrees above normal and 5 degrees cooler than the previous week. High 
temperatures averaged from 52 in the West to 55 in the East. Departure from 
normal high temperatures ranged from 8 degrees above normal in the West to 12 
degrees above normal in the East. Low temperatures averaged from 40 degrees in 
the West to 40 degrees in the East. Departure from normal low temperature ranged 
from 12 degrees above normal in the West to 18 degrees above normal in the East.

Precipitation (liq. equ.) for the period totaled 0.92 inches statewide which was 
0.03 inches beow normal. Precipitation totals by climate division, West 1.28 
inches, Central 0.59 inches, Bluegrass 1.05 inches and East 0.77 inches, which 
was +0.27, -0.44, +0.19 and -0.15 inches respectively from normal. By station, 
precipitation totals ranged from a low of 0.12 inches at Cumberland Gap to a 
high of 1.81 inches at Paducah. 

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Kentucky Weather Summary
For the Period December 11 to December 17, 2006

Above Normal Temperatures and Below Normal Rainfall

Below normal precipitation fell across the Bluegrass this week, which is the 3rd 
straight week for this trend.  High pressure was dominant over the Ohio River 
Valley during the early portion of the work week, with temperatures close to 
normal.  By Tuesday, a warm front swept through the region, which turned the 
winds in a southerly direction and brought in warmer air from the gulf coast.  
Mid-week saw the passage of a cold front, which brought some scattered showers 
to the state.  High pressure remained dominant over the region from the end of 
the work week through the weekend with much above normal temperatures. 

Temperatures for the period averaged 52 degrees across the state which was 15 
degrees above normal and 21 degrees above the previous weeks average. High 
temperatures averaged from 62 in the West to 63 in the East. Departure from 
normal high temperatures ranged from 15 degrees above normal in the West to 17 
degrees above normal in the East. Low temperatures averaged from 42 degrees in 
the West to 40 degrees in the East. Departure from normal low temperature ranged 
from 12 degrees above normal in the West to 16 degrees above normal in the East.  
Extreme temperatures ranged from a maximum in the low 70s to a minimum in the 
low 20s.

Precipitation (liq. equ.) for the period totaled 0.43 inches statewide which was 
0.52 inches below normal. Precipitation totals by climate division, West 1.05 
inches, Central 0.30 inches, Bluegrass 0.25 inches and East 0.13 inches, which 
was +0.05, -0.73, -0.60 and -0.79 inches respectively from normal. By station, 
precipitation totals ranged from a low of 0.06 inches at Bristol to a high of 
1.50 inches at Evansville. 
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Kentucky Weather Summary
For the Period December 4 to December 10, 2006

Below Normal Temperatures and Below Normal Precipitation

The trend of below normal precipitation continued this previous 
week.  Temperatures were below normal during the early portion of the week as 
Canadian high pressure was dominant over the Ohio River Valley.  By mid-week, a 
cold front moved across the region and brought snow flurries and a few snow 
showers to the Commonwealth.  After the cold front passage, a massive rush of 
arctic air pushed into the already cold Ohio Valley.  Temperatures began to 
moderate towards the weekend, however, no other measurable precipitation 
occurred.

Temperatures for the period averaged 31 degrees across the state which was 8 
degrees below normal and 18 degrees below the previous weeks average. High 
temperatures averaged from 42 in the West to 41 in the East. Departure from 
normal high temperatures ranged from -9 degrees from normal in the West to -7 
degrees from normal in the East. Low temperatures averaged from 21 degrees in 
the West to 21 degrees in the East. Departure from normal low temperature ranged 
from -11 degrees from normal in the West to -5 degrees from normal in the East.  
Extreme temperatures ranged from a maximum in the mid 50s to a minimum in the 
upper single digits.

Precipitation (liq. equ.) for the period totaled 0.00 inches statewide which was 
0.95 inches below normal. Precipitation totals by climate division, West 0.00 
inches, Central 0.00 inches, Bluegrass 0.00 inches and East 0.01 inches, which 
was 1.00, 1.02, 0.85 and 0.91 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 Jackson. 

---
Kentucky Weather Summary
For the Period November 27 to December 3, 2006

Above Normal Temperatures and Below Normal Rainfall

The trend of above normal temperatures and below normal rainfall continued this 
previous week.  The work week started off with high pressure over the Ohio River 
Valley.  A southerly flow of air brought in mild and moist air from the Gulf of 
Mexico.  By Thursday, a strong low pressure system began to make its way from 
Texas and brought some rain showers Thursday into Friday morning.  On Friday, 
the cold front passed through the State and temperatures dropped some 20 degrees 
in a matter of a few hours in some locations.  Some severe weather was reported 
early Friday in the form of wind damage.  The weekend saw Canadian high pressure 
build in, which ushered in extremely cold temperatures.

Temperatures for the period averaged 49 degrees across the state which was 8 
degrees above normal and 4 degrees above the previous weeks average. High 
temperatures averaged from 55 in the West to 61 in the East. Departure from 
normal high temperatures ranged from 2 degrees above normal in the West to 10 
degrees above 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 5 degrees above normal in the West to 13 degrees above normal in the East.  
Extreme temperatures ranged from a maximum in the low 70s to a minimum in the 
low 20s.

Precipitation (liq. equ.) for the period totaled 0.88 inches statewide which was 
0.05 inches below normal. Precipitation totals by climate division, West 1.71 
inches, Central 0.97 inches, Bluegrass 0.52 inches and East 0.33 inches, which 
was +0.71, -0.02, -0.32 and -0.57 inches respectively from normal. By station, 
precipitation totals ranged from a low of 0.19 inches at Bristol to a high of 
2.38 inches at Paducah. 
---
Kentucky Weather Summary
For the Period November 20 to November 26, 2006

Above Normal Temperatures and Below Normal Rainfall

The trend of above normal temperatures and below normal rainfall continued for 
the second straight week.  High pressure was dominant over the Ohio River 
Valley the previous week.  Cool temperatures were felt during the first part of the 
work week, as the high pressure system was to the west of the Commonwealth, resulting 
in a cool air flow from Canada.  By mid-week, temperatures began to rise as 
the high moved to the east and a southerly flow from the Gulf ensued.  Conditions 
remained the same through the weekend.

Temperatures for the period averaged 45 degrees across the state which was 2 
degrees above normal and 1 degree above the previous weeks average. High 
temperatures averaged from 60 in the West to 58 in the East. Departure from 
normal high temperatures ranged from 4 degrees above normal in the West to 5 
degrees above normal in the East. Low temperatures averaged from 31 degrees in 
the West to 31 degrees in the East. Departure from normal low temperature ranged 
from 5 degrees below normal in the West to near normal in the East.  Extreme 
temperatures ranged from a maximum in the low 70s to a minimum in the low 20s.

Precipitation (liq. equ.) for the period totaled 0.02 inches statewide which was 
0.90 inches below normal. Precipitation totals by climate division, West 0.00 
inches, Central 0.02 inches, Bluegrass 0.02 inches and East 0.03 inches, which 
was 1.00, 0.94, 0.81 and 0.86 inches respectively below normal. By station, 
precipitation totals ranged from a low of 0.00 inches at Bristol to a high of 
0.08 inches at Huntington. 
---
Kentucky Weather Summary
For the Period November 13 to November 19, 2006

Below Normal Temperatures and Above Normal Rainfall:

Temperatures for the period averaged 44 degrees across the state which was 2 
degrees below normal. High temperatures averaged from 50 in the West to 51 in the 
East. Departure from normal high temperatures ranged from 9 degrees below normal 
in the West to 4 degrees below normal in the East. Low temperatures averaged 
from 36 degrees in the West to 38 degrees in the East. Departure from normal low 
temperature ranged from 1 degree below normal in the West to 4 degrees above 
normal in the East. 


Precipitation (liq. equ.) for the period totaled 1.34 inches statewide which was 
0.42 inches above normal. Precipitation totals by climate division, West 1.67 
inches, Central 1.77 inches, Bluegrass 1.00 inches and East 0.91 inches, which 
was 0.68, 0.80, 0.17 and 0.03 inches respectively above normal. By station, 
precipitation totals ranged from a low of 0.50 inches at Bristol to a high of 
2.29 inches at Hardinsburg. 

---
Kentucky Crop and Weather Report
Issued 4:00 P.M., November 13, 2006 MJH 34-06

AGRICULTURAL NEWS: Farmers actively harvested their corn and soybeans when wet 
soil conditions and high grain moisture levels permitted. Farmers also continued 
to actively sow their winter wheat as wet soil conditions permitted. Stripping 
of tobacco advanced slowly as high humidity has slowed hanging tobacco from 
going into case. Scattered showers were received during last week. Temperatures 
were above normal and averaged from the mid 40 degrees to the mid 60 degrees 
with some temperatures in the 70’s reported. Days suitable for fieldwork 
averaged 3.2 days out of seven. As of Friday, November 10, topsoil moisture was 
1 percent short, 48 percent adequate and 51 percent surplus. Subsoil moisture 
was 3 percent short, 64 percent adequate and 33 percent surplus.

CORN AND SOYBEANS: Harvesting of corn and soybeans continued as field conditions 
permitted. Combining of corn is nearing completion with 99 percent of the crop 
harvested as of November 12. This was 1 percent behind last year at this time 
and equal to the five year average. Even with wet soil conditions farmers were 
able to harvest 6 percent of their acreage last week. Farmers report harvesting 
a very good yielding corn crop. Soybean harvest advanced as weather conditions 
permitted. As of Sunday, 72 percent of the State’s soybean acreage had been 
harvested. This was behind last year’s 95 percent harvested and 85 percent for 
average. The fall of 2005 was an unusual year in that it was dry and had nearly 
ideal harvesting weather. Last week farmers were able to harvest 7 percent of 
their soybean acreage. Farmers are harvesting a record high yielding soybean 
crop.

TOBACCO: Burley stripping advanced to 42 percent complete, an increase of 7 
percent from a week earlier. This was ahead of 40 percent for 2005 while behind 
47 for average. Stripping this fall has been slowed by too much humidity in the 
air while in 2005 stripping was slowed by low humidity levels that delayed 
tobacco going into case. Condition of the stripped crop was 1 percent very poor, 
3 percent poor, 31 percent fair, 52 percent good and 13 percent excellent.

OTHER CROPS: Winter wheat seeding was 75 percent complete, behind both last year 
with 94 percent planted and the five year average with 84 percent. Wet field 
conditions have slowed both seeding and germination this fall. Condition of the 
emerged wheat plants was good considering the wet fall with 34 percent in fair 
condition, 44 percent in good condition and 22 percent in excellent condition. 
Pastures continue to be used for grazing by farmers. As of Sunday, November 15, 
pastures in Kentucky were 1 percent very poor, 4 percent poor, 24 percent fair, 
52 percent good and 19 percent excellent. With the large quantities of hay 
harvested in 2006, farmers should have adequate feed for their livestock this 
winter.
---
Kentucky Weather Summary
For the Period November 6 to November 12, 2006

Above Normal Temperatures and Above Normal Rainfall

After four straight weeks of below normal temperatures, above normal 
temperatures were felt across the Bluegrass this past week.  The work week 
started off mild as high pressure over the Atlantic coast brought on a southerly 
flow of air.  By Tuesday, a low pressure system began to make its way from 
Texas, which triggered scattered showers through Wednesday evening.  The end of 
the work week saw high pressure build in from Canada, bringing cool temperatures 
to the State.  The weekend saw more showers as another cold front passed through 
the Commonwealth.  

Temperatures for the period averaged 54 degrees across the state which was 5 
degrees above normal and 7 degrees above the previous weeks average. High 
temperatures averaged from 60 in the West to 62 in the East. Departure from 
normal high temperatures ranged from 2 degrees below normal in the West to 4 
degrees above normal in the East. Low temperatures averaged from 46 degrees in 
the West to 47 degrees in the East. Departure from normal low temperature ranged 
from 6 degrees above normal in the West to 10 degrees above normal in the East.  
Extreme temperatures ranged from a maximum in the upper 70s to a minimum in the 
low 30s.

Precipitation (liq. equ.) for the period totaled 0.95 inches statewide which was 
0.03 inches above normal. Precipitation totals by climate division, West 1.50 
inches, Central 1.06 inches, Bluegrass 0.30 inches and East 0.93 inches, which 
was +0.50, +0.10, -0.52 and +0.05 inches respectively from normal. By station, 
precipitation totals ranged from a low of 0.17 inches at Spindletop to a high of 
2.46 inches at Henderson. 
---
Kentucky Crop and Weather Report
Issued 4:00 P.M., November 6, 2006 SKB 33-06

AGRICULTURAL NEWS: A break in the rain resulted in below normal rainfall across 
the Commonwealth for the first time in two weeks. Precipitation totaled 0.50 
inches statewide, 0.35 inches below normal. Temperatures averaged 47 degrees, 
which was 5 degrees below normal. Some progress was made this week harvesting 
soybeans and corn and sowing winter wheat, but all field activities were behind 
the 5-year average. Topsoil moisture was rated 2 percent short, 54 percent 
adequate, and 44 percent surplus, as of Friday, November 3. Subsoil moisture was 
rated 1 percent very short, 4 percent short, 60 percent adequate, and 35 percent 
surplus. Days suitable for fieldwork averaged 3.3 out of a possible 7 days.

TOBACCO: As of Sunday, November 5, 35 percent of burley tobacco had been 
stripped, slightly ahead of last year, but behind the fiveyear average. This was 
an increase of 11 percent from last week. Stripped tobacco was rated 1 percent 
very poor, 2 percent poor, 27 percent fair, 56 percent good, and 14 percent 
excellent. Farmers still reported cases of houseburn and some spotting on leaves 
due to cool temperatures.

CORN: Harvested corn acreage was at 93 percent, behind 99 percent for the 
previous year and 97 percent for the average. Farmers were still having trouble 
getting into the fields to finish combining.

SOYBEANS: Harvested soybean acreage was at 65 percent, behind 86 percent for the 
previous year and 74 percent for the average. Harvesting was about two weeks 
behind last year and a week behind the average. Farmers report that most of the 
double cropped soybeans were still in the fields.

OTHER CROPS: Farmers have seeded 72 percent of the winter wheat crop as of 
Sunday, November 5. This was behind last year’s 89 percent and the average of 74 
percent. Farmers reported good germination where the crop has been planted. 
Winter wheat condition was rated 3 percent poor, 26 percent fair, 55 percent 
good, and 16 percent excellent. The winter wheat crop condition declined from 74 
percent rated good to excellent last week to 71 percent rated good to excellent 
this week. On Friday, November 3, pastures were rated 1 percent very poor, 5 
percent poor, 27 percent fair, 50 percent good, and 17 percent excellent.
---
Kentucky Weather Summary
For the Period October 30 to November 5, 2006

Below Normal Temperatures and Below Normal Rainfall

After two consecutive weeks of above normal rainfall, the Commonwealth saw a 
break in the wet weather this past week with below normal rainfall.  The work 
week started off mild, as high pressure and southerly winds brought normal 
temperatures to the State.  By Tuesday, a cold front moved into the Ohio River 
Valley, triggering scattered showers and a few thunderstorms through Wednesday.  
By the end of the work week, Canadian high pressure built into the State, which 
brought dry conditions and cold temperatures, lasting through the weekend.

Temperatures for the period averaged 47 degrees across the state which was 5 
degrees below normal and 1 degree above the previous weeks average. High 
temperatures averaged from 56 in the West to 58 in the East. Departure from 
normal high temperatures ranged from 9 degrees below normal in the West to 3 
degrees below normal in the East. Low temperatures averaged from 38 degrees in 
the West to 37 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 temperatures ranged from a maximum in the low 70s to a minimum in the 
low 20s.

Precipitation (liq. equ.) for the period totaled 0.50 inches statewide which was 
0.35 inches below normal. Precipitation totals by climate division, West 0.33 
inches, Central 0.41 inches, Bluegrass 0.68 inches and East 0.57 inches, which 
was 0.58, 0.47, 0.09 and 0.26 inches respectively below normal. By station, 
precipitation totals ranged from a low of 0.09 inches at Cumberland Gap to a 
high of 1.40 inches at London. 
---
Kentucky Crop and Weather Report
Issued 4:00 P.M., October 30, 2006 SKB 32-06

AGRICULTURAL NEWS: Heavy rains and cold temperatures continued this week. 
Temperatures across the State averaged 46 degrees, 8 degrees below normal. 
Precipitation for the week totaled 1.91 inches statewide, which was 1.25 inches 
above normal. Harvest activities and winter wheat planting were slowed again 
this week due to wet weather. Topsoil moisture was rated 1 percent short, 46 
percent adequate, and 53 percent surplus, as of Friday, October 27. Subsoil 
moisture was rated 4 percent short, 64 percent adequate, and 32 percent surplus. 
Days suitable for fieldwork averaged 3.2 out of a possible 7 days.

TOBACCO: As of Sunday, October 29, 24 percent of burley tobacco had been 
stripped, slightly ahead of last year, but behind the average. Stripped tobacco 
was rated 3 percent poor, 28 percent fair, 52 percent good, and 17 percent 
excellent. Farmers report above average tobacco quality, but are still concerned 
about the wet weather received during the growing season affecting weight and 
high humidity during stripping.

CORN: Harvested acreage was at 90 percent, behind 98 percent for the previous 
year and 95 percent for the average. Wet fields continued to limit combining.

SOYBEANS: Harvested acreage was at 60 percent, behind 79 percent the previous 
year and 65 percent for the average. Harvesting is only about a half a week 
behind average compared to a week behind a week earlier. Farmers report above 
average yields for the soybean crop.

OTHER CROPS: Farmers have seeded 70 percent of the winter wheat as of Sunday, 
October 29. This is behind last year’s 79 percent, but ahead of the average of 
63 percent. Farmers report good germination where the crop has been planted, but 
are concerned with ponding in some fields. The crop was rated 3 percent poor, 23 
percent fair, 67 percent good, and 7 percent excellent. On Friday, October 27, 
pastures were rated 4 percent poor, 23 percent fair, 52 percent good, and 21 
percent excellent. Pastures are in good shape right now for winter grazing.
---
Kentucky Weather Summary
For the Period October 23 to October 29, 2006

Below Normal Temperatures and Above Normal Rainfall

...Unseasonably Cold High Temperatures Early in the Work Week...

Heavy rains and cold temperatures were the trend for last weeks weather, which 
continued a two week trend of such weather.  The work week started off cold and 
dry as Canadian high pressure dominated over the Ohio River Valley.  By 
Thursday, a strong low pressure system began to move northeast from the 
Texas/Oklahoma Panhandle, which triggered scattered showers and thunderstorms 
for the Commonwealth.  Friday brought widespread rain and localized flooding to 
areas of the state.  The weekend saw rain very early Saturday morning, which was 
then followed by clearing as high pressure built in.  Sunday saw a return of 
normal temperatures to the state with clear skies.

Temperatures for the period averaged 46 degrees across the state which was 8 
degrees below normal and 8 degrees below the previous weeks average. High 
temperatures averaged from 56 in the West to 53 in the East. Departure from 
normal high temperatures ranged from 12 degrees below normal in the West to 11 
degrees below normal in the East. Low temperatures averaged from 39 degrees in 
the West to 38 degrees in the East. Departure from normal low temperature ranged 
from 6 degrees below normal in the West to 4 degrees below normal in the East.  
Extreme temperatures ranged from a maximum in the low 70s to a minimum in the 
upper 20s.

Precipitation (liq. equ.) for the period totaled 1.91 inches statewide which was 
1.25 inches above normal. Precipitation totals by climate division, West 2.38 
inches, Central 1.71 inches, Bluegrass 1.83 inches and East 1.73 inches, which 
was 1.69, 1.05, 1.20 and 1.06 inches respectively above normal. By station, 
precipitation totals ranged from a low of 0.86 inches at Bristol to a high of 
2.98 inches at Paducah. 
---
Kentucky Crop and Weather Report
Issued 4:00 P.M., October 23, 2006 SKB 31-06

AGRICULTURAL NEWS: Below normal temperatures and above normal rainfall were the 
norm this week across the Commonwealth. Statewide, a total of 2.25 inches of 
rain were received, which was 1.59 inches above normal. Harvest of row crops and 
planting of winter wheat slowed down this week due to wet fields. Topsoil 
moisture was rated 2 percent short, 64 percent adequate, and 34 percent surplus, 
as of Friday, October 20. Subsoil moisture was rated 1 percent very short, 5 
percent short, 73 percent adequate, and 21 percent surplus. Days suitable for 
fieldwork averaged 2.8 out of a possible 7 days.

TOBACCO: As of Sunday, October 22, 16 percent of burley tobacco had been 
stripped, slightly behind both last year and the average. Stripped tobacco was 
rated 3 percent poor, 31 percent fair, 54 percent good, and 12 percent 
excellent. Farmers continue to report problems with tobacco curing due to wet 
weather. Some houseburn was also reported.

CORN: Harvested acreage was at 84 percent, behind 92 percent for the previous 
year and 90 percent for the average. Wet fields limited combining.

SOYBEANS: Harvested acreage was at 39 percent, behind 64 percent the previous 
year and 51 percent for the average. Farmers are concerned about getting the 
double cropped soybeans harvested due to the wet weather. Currently, harvesting 
is about a week behind average.

OTHER CROPS: Farmers are almost half done seeding winter wheat. As of Sunday, 
October 22, 48 percent of the winter wheat had been planted, behind the previous 
year’s 67 percent, but slightly ahead of the 5-year average of 47 percent. The 
crop was rated 2 percent poor, 22 percent fair, 64 percent good, and 12 percent 
excellent. On Friday, October 20, pastures were rated 4 percent poor, 22 percent 
fair, 52 percent good, and 22 percent excellent. Ninety percent of producers 
reported having an adequate hay supply for this winter’s feeding.
---
Kentucky Weather Summary
For the Period October 16 to October 22, 2006

Below Normal Temperatures and Above Normal Rainfall

The trend of below normal temperatures continued this past week for the 
Commonwealth as two bouts of Canadian high pressure ushered in cold air.  The 
work week started off with high pressure and cool temperatures over the Ohio 
River Valley.  By Tuesday, low pressure made its way into the region and brought 
heavy rainfall to the entire state along with milder temperatures.  Thursday 
into Friday saw the passage of a cold front, bringing scattered showers and 
cooler temperatures.  High pressure built in from the west late on Friday and 
held firm through the weekend.

Temperatures for the period averaged 54 degrees across the state which was 2 
degrees below normal and the same as the previous weeks average. High 
temperatures averaged from 61 in the West to 62 in the East. Departure from 
normal high temperatures ranged from 10 degrees below normal in the West to 4 
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 1 degree below normal in the West to 2 degrees above normal in the East.  
Extreme temperatures ranged from a maximum in the low 80s to a minimum in the 
low 30s.

Precipitation (liq. equ.) for the period totaled 2.25 inches statewide which was 
1.59 inches above normal. Precipitation totals by climate division, West 2.40 
inches, Central 2.54 inches, Bluegrass 2.33 inches and East 1.73 inches, which 
was 1.72, 1.88, 1.70 and 1.06 inches respectively above normal. By station, 
precipitation totals ranged from a low of 0.45 inches at Cumberland Gap to a 
high of 3.19 inches at Cape Girardeau. 
---
Kentucky Crop and Weather Report
Issued 4:00 P.M., October 16, 2006 SAL 30-06

AGRICULTURAL NEWS: Farmers were busy harvesting their crops and sowing winter 
wheat as weather permitted. High pressure was dominant early in the week as mild 
temperatures made it feel like late summer. A cold front moved in by mid-week 
which brought scattered showers across the Commonwealth. The remainder of the 
week had little precipitation and temperatures were below normal. Topsoil 
moisture was rated 3 percent short, 78 percent adequate, and 19 percent surplus, 
as of Friday, October 13. Subsoil moisture was rated 1 percent very short, 7 
percent short, 80 percent adequate, and 12 percent surplus. Days suitable for 
fieldwork averaged 4.8 out of a possible 7 days.

TOBACCO: As of Sunday, October 15, one percent of the housed tobacco was rated 
very poor, with 4 percent poor, 21 percent fair, 56 percent good, and 18 percent 
excellent. Eight percent of the burley tobacco crop was reported stripped, 
behind 12 percent for the previous year and 13 percent for the average. Farmers 
report a slow harvest due to combination of weather delays and labor shortage.

CORN & SOYBEANS: Corn harvested acreage was at 82 percent complete, behind 87 
percent for the previous year and 86 percent for the average. Soybean condition 
in the field was 3 percent poor, 15 percent fair, 49 percent good, and 33 
percent excellent. Ninety-four percent of the State’s acreage has dropped 
leaves, behind 97 percent a year ago and 96 percent on average. Seventy-eight 
percent of soybeans were matured, behind 79 percent for the previous year and 92 
percent for the average. Harvested acreage was 32 percent complete, behind 47 
percent the previous year and 38 percent for the average. Some farmers report 
concern that their soybeans were not safe from frost.

OTHER CROPS: Winter wheat seeding was getting back on track this week. As of 
Sunday, October 15, 35 percent of winter wheat had been planted, behind the 
previous year’s 46 percent while ahead of the 5-year average of 29 percent. On 
Friday, October 13, pastures were rated 3 percent poor, 23 percent fair, 56 
percent good, and 18 percent excellent.
---
Kentucky Weather Summary
For the Period October 9 to October 15, 2006

Below Normal Temperatures and Below Normal Rainfall

Winter-like temperatures were the main weather highlight this week.  High 
pressure was dominant early in the week as mild temperatures made it feel like 
late summer.  By Wednesday, a cold front began to make its way into the Ohio 
River Valley and brought scattered showers to the Commonwealth.  After the 
passage of a very stong cold front, which brought showers to the state on 
Thursday, Canadian high pressure took hold over much of the Upper Midwest and 
Ohio River Valley.  High temperatures on Friday struggled to reach the mid 40s 
with frost/freeze across the state.  The weekend saw dry conditions and below 
normal temperatures.

Temperatures for the period averaged 54 degrees across the state which was 6 
degrees below normal and 9 degrees below the previous weeks average. High 
temperatures averaged from 67 in the West to 64 in the East. Departure from 
normal high temperatures ranged from 6 degrees below normal in the West to 6 
degrees below 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 8 degrees below normal in the West to 5 degrees from below in the East.  
Extreme temperatures ranged from a maximum in the low 80s to a minimum in the 
upper 20s.

Precipitation (liq. equ.) for the period totaled 0.38 inches statewide which was 
0.28 inches below normal. Precipitation totals by climate division, West 0.10 
inches, Central 0.21 inches, Bluegrass 0.54 inches and East 0.68 inches, which 
was -0.59, -0.45, -0.09 and 0.00 inches respectively from normal. By station, 
precipitation totals ranged from a low of 0.01 inches at Evansville to a high of 
1.60 inches at Buckhorn Lake. 


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               |     Rainfall     |  Dev. From   |   Air Temperature   |Humidity
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               |       Since  Last| Norm   Norm  |                Dev. | Average
Weather        |Last   April  Four| Since  Last  |         Wkly.  From |        
Station        |Week     1    Wks.| Apr 1  4 Wks.| High Low Avg. Normal|High Low
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                     (Inches)                      (Degrees Fahrenheit)         
Bardstown       0.42   26.96  7.60  +1.58  +4.97    78  30  53.9   -5     92  46
Berea           0.54   26.49  6.55  -0.29  +3.46    79  30  55.9   -2     87  48
Bowling Green   0.13   27.02  5.34  +0.16  +2.27    81  30  54.5   -5     --  --
Bristol         0.33   24.78  2.62  +2.04  -0.05    79  27  53.6   -4     --  --
Buckhorn Lake   1.60   24.65  6.19  -0.87  +3.24    79  31  53.6   -5     --  --
Cape Girardeau  0.26   26.76  4.47  +1.62  +1.47    78  25  52.6   -9     --  --
Campbellsville  0.46   25.05  5.92  -5.14  +2.39    78  29  53.4   -6     93  51
Covington       0.13   24.00  4.33  +0.28  +1.70    79  28  52.2   -6     --  --
Cumberland Gap  0.30   22.64  3.53  -4.79  +0.60    79  31  53.6   -5     94  50
Dix Dam         0.61   26.10  5.83  -0.18  +2.97    78  30  53.9   -4     --  --
Evansville      0.01   33.72  3.84  +9.95  +1.16    78  31  53.4   -8     --  --
Glasgow         0.23   29.82  6.15  +0.92  +3.01    82  29  55.5   -4     98  57
Grayson         0.46   30.00  4.74  +5.46  +2.10    78  31  52.8   -5     94  50
Hardinsburg     0.21   32.65  5.89  +6.00  +2.83    81  32  54.1   -5     95  57
Henderson       0.19   29.42  5.47  +4.75  +2.63    79  29  53.1   -8     93  50
Huntington      0.83   32.70  6.76  +8.04  +4.11    78  32  53.4   -5     --  --
Jackson         0.93   26.52  6.19  -0.07  +3.26    77  29  52.6   -5     --  --
Lexington       0.93   30.94  9.54  +5.56  +6.91    78  31  52.1   -6     --  --
London          0.23   27.32  5.88  +2.63  +3.04    80  29  52.8   -5     --  --
Louisville      0.12   36.70  7.37 +11.87  +4.69    80  32  53.4   -6     --  --
Mayfield        0.05   36.87 15.27  +9.40 +11.80    79  31  53.6   -8     94  50
Nashville       0.26   23.68  3.71  -1.25  +0.96    83  32  57.6   -2     --  --
Nolin Lake      0.17   30.16  7.06  +1.68  +3.70    81  31  54.7   -5     --  --
Paducah         0.02   37.13 10.79 +10.46  +7.74    80  31  54.4   -7     89  48
Princeton       0.07   29.07  8.01  +2.35  +5.09    80  31  57.1   -4     95  49
Quicksand       0.93   24.09  6.27  -2.50  +3.34    79  31  53.6   -5     94  50
Somerset        0.13   27.58  6.35  -0.47  +3.03    78  26  50.8   -7     93  50
Spindletop      0.54   26.56  7.52  +1.18  +4.89    77  31  52.4   -6     96  53
Williamstown    0.46   31.65  7.80  +6.42  +4.97    79  29  52.1   -6     93  50

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Missing data estimated by Doppler radar, Midwest Climate Service,
and UK Ag Weather Center.
World Wide Web URL:  http://wwwagwx.ca.uky.edu/
Phone: 859/2577381-245
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Kentucky Crop and Weather Report
Issued 4:00 P.M., October 10, 2006 SAL 29-06

AGRICULTURAL NEWS: The trend of below normal temperatures and above normal 
rainfall ended this week with above normal temperatures and below normal 
rainfall occurring over the Commonwealth. Some farmers report that their fields 
were still wet from the previous week’s rains; however the favorable weather 
this week has allowed them to begin their winter wheat planting. Topsoil 
moisture was rated 2 percent short, 72 percent adequate, and 26 percent surplus, 
as of Friday, October 6. Subsoil moisture was rated 4 percent short, 79 percent 
adequate, and 17 percent surplus. Days suitable for fieldwork averaged 4.7 out 
of a possible 7 days.

TOBACCO: As of Sunday, October 8, three percent of burley tobacco had been 
stripped, 18 percent was ready to be stripped, and 79 percent was still curing 
or uncut. One percent of the housed tobacco was rated very poor, with 5 percent 
poor, 23 percent fair, 56 percent good, and 15 percent excellent. Some farmers 
report problems with tobacco curing, due to wet weather and houseburn.

CORN: Ninety-seven percent of the corn had matured, behind 99 percent for last 
year and the 5-year average. Harvested acreage was at 67 percent, behind 78 
percent for the previous year and 79 percent for the average.

SOYBEANS: Soybean condition was 3 percent poor, 20 percent fair, 45 percent 
good, and 32 percent excellent. Eighty-five percent has dropped leaves, behind 
92 percent a year ago and 90 percent on average. Sixty-six percent of soybeans 
had matured, behind 69 percent for the previous year and 82 percent for the 
average. Harvested acreage was at 20 percent, behind 29 percent the previous 
year and 25 percent for the average.

OTHER CROPS: Winter wheat seeding continued slowly, due to the wet fields from 
the previous week’s rain. As of Sunday, October 8, 12 percent of winter wheat 
had been planted, behind the previous year’s 23 percent and the 5-year average 
of 17 percent. On Friday, October 6, pastures were rated 4 percent poor, 21 
percent fair, 58 percent good, and 17 percent excellent.
---
Kentucky Weather Summary
For the Period October 2 to October 8, 2006

Above Normal Temperatures and Below Normal Rainfall

The trend of below normal temperatures and above normal rainfall ended this 
previous week with above normal temperatures and below normal rainfall occuring 
over the Commonwealth.  The work week started off mild and dry as high pressure 
dominated over the Ohio River Valley.  By Thursday, a cold front moved through the Commonwealth 
and brought scattered showers and thunderstorms.  Behind the front, cool air from Canada 
brought below normal temperatures for Thursday and Friday.  By the weekend high 
pressure was once again in control.  Mild temperatures and dry conditions were felt 
during the weekend.

Temperatures for the period averaged 63 degrees across the state which was 2 
above from normal and 2 degrees above the previous weeks average. High 
temperatures averaged from 77 in the West to 74 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 52 degrees in 
the West to 51 degrees in the East. Departure from normal low temperature ranged 
from near normal in the West to 1 degree above normal in the East.  Extreme 
temperatures ranged from a maximum in the low 90s to a minimum in the mid 30s.

Precipitation (liq. equ.) for the period totaled 0.21 inches statewide which was 
0.45 inches below normal. Precipitation totals by climate division, West 0.02 
inches, Central 0.21 inches, Bluegrass 0.16 inches and East 0.44 inches, which 
was 0.67, 0.44, 0.46 and 0.23 inches respectively below normal. By station, 
precipitation totals ranged from a low of 0.00 inches at Cape Girardeau to a 
high of 1.45 inches at Huntington. 
---
Kentucky Crop and Weather Report
Issued 4:00 P.M., October 2, 2006 SAL 28-06

AGRICULTURAL NEWS: Below normal temperatures and above normal rainfall continued 
for a second straight week for the Commonwealth. Farmers reported that excessive 
moisture hampered fieldwork, and damaged crops in some areas. Topsoil moisture 
was rated 1 percent short, 49 percent adequate, and 50 percent surplus, as of 
Friday, September 29. Subsoil moisture was rated 1 percent very short, 5 percent 
short, 63 percent adequate, and 31 percent surplus. Days suitable for fieldwork 
averaged 3.0 out of a possible 7 days.

TOBACCO: Farmers reported a slow down in harvesting due to excessive rain, and 
some farmers reported a shortage of labor as a contributing factor. By Sunday, 
October 1, 90 percent of the burley tobacco crop had been cut, behind the 
previous year’s 93 percent and the average of 94 percent. As of Sunday, October 
1, two percent of burley tobacco was stripped, 14 percent was ready to be 
stripped, and 84 percent was still curing or uncut. One percent of the housed 
tobacco was rated very poor, with 6 percent poor, 23 percent fair, 55 percent 
good, and 15 percent excellent. Ninety percent of the dark tobacco was cut, 
behind 94 percent for the previous year and 95 percent for the average.

CORN: Ninety-six percent of the corn had matured, behind 97 percent for last 
year and equal to the 5-year average. Harvested acreage was at 52 percent, 
behind 63 percent for the previous year and 65 percent for the average.

SOYBEANS: Soybean condition was 2 percent poor, 14 percent fair, 48 percent 
good, and 36 percent excellent. Seventy-three percent has dropped leaves, behind 
75 percent a year ago and 78 percent on average. Fortytwo percent of soybeans 
had matured, behind 57 percent for the previous year and 67 percent for the 
average. Harvested acreage was at 5 percent, behind 18 percent the previous year 
and 15 percent for the average. Seventy-eight percent of the soybean crop was 
reported safe from frost. Excessive rainfall continued to be a problem for the 
corn and soybean fieldwork.

OTHER CROPS: As of Sunday, October 1, only five percent of winter wheat had been 
planted due to wet field conditions, behind the previous year’s 12 percent and 
the 5-year average of 8 percent. On Friday, September 29, pastures were rated 3 
percent poor, 19 percent fair, 57 percent good, and 21 percent excellent.
---
Kentucky Weather Summary
For the Period September 25 to October 1, 2006

Below Normal Temperatures and Above Normal Rainfall

The trend of below normal temperatures and above normal rainfall continued for 
the second straight week for the Commonwealth.  The workweek started out with 
mild temperatures as high pressure dominated over the Ohio River Valley.  By 
Wednesday high pressure began to break down and a cold front swept through the 
region, bringing showers to the state.  Behind the mid-week cold front, high 
pressure built in for Friday and brought cool temperatures from Canada.  The 
weekend saw the high slide to the east and another cold front bring showers into 
Central and Eastern Kentucky.

Temperatures for the period averaged 61 degrees across the state which was 3 
degrees below normal and 2 degrees below the previous weeks average. High 
temperatures averaged from 74 in the West to 70 in the East. Departure from 
normal high temperatures ranged from 3 degrees below normal in the West to 4 
degrees below normal in the East. Low temperatures averaged from 49 degrees in 
the West to 50 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 temperatures ranged from a maximum in the low 80s to a minimum in the 
upper 30s.

Precipitation (liq. equ.) for the period totaled 0.90 inches statewide which was 
0.11 inches above normal. Precipitation totals by climate division, West 0.36 
inches, Central 0.97 inches, Bluegrass 1.30 inches and East 0.95 inches, which 
was -0.44, +0.15, +0.55 and +0.18 inches respectively from normal. By station, 
precipitation totals ranged from a low of 0.08 inches at Cape Girardeau to a 
high of 2.04 inches at Williamstown. 
---
Kentucky Crop and Weather Report
Issued 4:00 P.M., September 25, 2006 NLB 27-06

AGRICULTURAL NEWS: Above normal rainfall continued to fall across the 
Commonwealth this week. Heavy late week rain caused flash flooding of streams 
and low lying areas. Standing crops in flooded areas sustained varying degrees 
of damage. Topsoil moisture was rated 6 percent short, 61 percent adequate, and 
33 percent surplus, as of Friday, September 22. Subsoil moisture was rated 2 
percent very short, 14 percent short, 59 percent adequate, and 25 percent 
surplus. Days suitable for fieldwork averaged 3.7 out of a possible 7 days.

TOBACCO: Farmers reported increased houseburn to some of the tobacco crop. By 
Sunday, September 24, eighty percent of the burley tobacco crop had been cut, 
behind the previous year’s 86 percent and the average of 88 percent. Two percent 
of the housed tobacco was rated very poor, with 4 percent poor, 20 percent fair, 
61 percent good, and 13 percent excellent. Sixty-six percent of the dark tobacco 
was cut, behind 78 percent for the previous year and 87 percent for the average.

CORN: Eighty-seven percent of the corn had matured, behind 94 percent for last 
year and 93 percent on average. Harvested acreage was at 39 percent, behind 46 
percent for the previous year and 51 percent for the average.

SOYBEANS: Soybean condition was 1 percent very poor, 3 percent poor, 15 percent 
fair, 48 percent good, and 33 percent excellent. Forty-five percent has dropped 
leaves, behind 55 percent a year ago and 57 percent on average. Nineteen percent 
of soybeans had matured, behind 32 percent for the previous year and 45 percent 
for the average. Harvested acreage was at 4 percent, behind 5 percent previous 
year and 6 percent for the average. Excessive rainfall caused flood damage to 
corn and soybean crops in low lying areas.

OTHER CROPS: Fall seeded small grain planting gained momentum. On Friday, 
September 22, pastures were rated 4 percent poor, 27 percent fair, 55 percent 
good, and 14 percent excellent.
---
Kentucky Weather Summary
For the Period September 18 to September 24, 2006

Below Normal Temperatures and Above Normal Rainfall:

The trend of above normal rainfall continued this week as a series of 
cold fronts moved through the Commonwealth.  The first cold front moved through 
the state on Monday bringing scattered showers.  High pressure build into the 
Ohio River Valley on Tuesday, which ushered in cooler and drier air from Canada.  
By Friday, high pressure moved east as a strong low pressure system moved into the region.  
Heavy rainfall was experienced Friday with the passage of a warm front, followed by 
more heavy rain over the weekend as the second cold front passed through the state.  

Temperatures for the period averaged 63 degrees across the state which was 3 
degrees below normal and 5 degrees below the previous weeks average.  High 
temperatures averaged from 71 in the West to 72 in the East. Departure from 
normal high temperatures ranged from 9 degrees below normal in the West to 5 
degrees below 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 near normal in the East.  
Extreme temperatures ranged from a maximum in the mid 80s to a minimum in the 
upper 30s.

Precipitation (liq. equ.) for the period totaled 3.95 inches statewide which was 
3.15 inches above normal. Precipitation totals by climate division, West 4.20 
inches, Central 3.89 inches, Bluegrass 4.30 inches and East 3.41 inches, which 
was 3.39, 3.04, 3.52 and 2.63 inches respectively above normal. By station, 
precipitation totals ranged from a low of 0.86 inches at Bardstown to a high of 
10.41 inches at Paducah. 
---
Kentucky Crop and Weather Report
Issued 4:00 P.M., September 18, 2006 NLB 26-06

AGRICULTURAL NEWS: Above normal rainfall fell across the Commonwealth this week. 
Showers slowly moved across the State for most of the week, with pleasant 
weather over the weekend. Topsoil moisture was rated 1 percent very short, 8 
percent short, 76 percent adequate, and 15 percent surplus, as of Friday, 
September 15. Subsoil moisture was rated 4 percent very short, 17 percent short, 
69 percent adequate, and 10 percent surplus. Farmers continued to cut and house 
tobacco, cut and bale hay, and harvest mature corn. Days suitable for fieldwork 
averaged 3.5 out of a possible 7 days.

TOBACCO: Farmers are still experiencing difficulty finding enough workers to 
harvest the tobacco crop. By Sunday, September 17, seventy-six percent of the 
burley tobacco crop had been cut, behind the previous year’s 79 percent and the 
five year average of 80 percent. Only 1 percent of the tobacco in the field was 
rated very poor, with 3 percent poor, 14 percent fair, 51 percent good, and 31 
percent excellent. Sixty-six percent of the dark tobacco was cut, behind 68 
percent for the previous year and 76 percent for the average.

CORN: Excellent corn yields are expected. Field corn condition as of Friday, 
September 15, was rated 3 percent poor, 12 percent fair, 35 percent good, and 50 
percent excellent. Ninetyeight percent of corn crop was in the dent stage or 
beyond equal to 2005 and the five year average. Eighty-four percent of the corn 
had matured, behind 88 percent for last year and 86 percent average. Harvested 
acreage was at 29 percent, equal to last year, but behind the average at 35 
percent.

SOYBEANS: Soybean condition was 3 percent poor, 13 percent fair, 41 percent 
good, and 43 percent excellent. Thirty percent of the average has dropped 
leaves, behind the 33 percent a year ago and 34 percent on average.

OTHER CROPS: Pasture and hay conditions held steady this week. One percent of 
the hay fields were rated very poor, 6 percent poor, 27 percent fair, 50 percent 
good, and 16 percent excellent. On Friday, September 15, pastures were rated 1 
percent very poor, 6 percent poor, 27 percent fair, 51 percent good, and 15 
percent excellent.
---
Kentucky Weather Summary
For the Period September 11 to September 17, 2006

Near Normal Temperatures and Above Normal Rainfall

After a week of below normal rainfall, above normal rainfall fell across the 
Commonwealth this previous week.  A stationary front was in place Monday, which 
sparked showers and thunderstorms over Western Kentucky.  By Tuesday, the 
stationary front began to slowly move east as a cold front and brought heavy 
showers to the state.  The front moved out by Thursday and high pressure 
asserted itself over the Ohio River Valley and brought pleasant weather over the 
weekend.

Temperatures for the period averaged 68 degrees across the state which was near 
normal and 1 degree below last weeks average. High temperatures averaged from 79 
in the West to 76 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 59 degrees in the West to 58 degrees in the East. 
Departure from normal low temperature ranged from 1 degree above normal in the 
West to 2 degrees above normal in the East.  Extreme temperatures ranged from a 
maximum in the upper 80s to a minimum in the low 50s.

Precipitation (liq. equ.) for the period totaled 1.19 inches statewide which was 
0.39 inches above normal. Precipitation totals by climate division, West 1.19 
inches, Central 1.27 inches, Bluegrass 1.50 inches and East 0.81 inches, which 
was 0.37, 0.42, 0.73 and 0.03 inches respectively above normal. By station, 
precipitation totals ranged from a low of 0.15 inches at Cumberland Gap to a 
high of 3.17 inches at Evansville. 
---
Kentucky Crop and Weather Report
Issued 4:00 P.M., September 11, 2006 NLB 25-06

AGRICULTURAL NEWS: The week started off with below normal temperatures, and no 
precipitation. Isolated showers and thunderstorms occurred across the State by 
the end of the week. Topsoil moisture was rated 3 percent very short, 23 percent 
short, 70 percent adequate, and 4 percent surplus, as of Friday, September 8. 
Subsoil moisture was rated 5 percent very short, 29 percent short, 62 percent 
adequate, and 4 percent surplus. Farmers continued to cut and house tobacco, cut 
and bale hay, and harvest early maturing corn. Days suitable for fieldwork 
averaged 5.7 out of a possible 7 days.

TOBACCO: Some farmers are still experiencing difficulty finding enough workers 
to put up the tobacco crop. Housed tobacco continued to cure well with adequate 
humidity to bring it in and out of case. By Sunday, September 10, sixty-five 
percent of the burley tobacco crop had been cut, behind the previous year’s 70 
percent and the five year average of 69 percent. Only 1 percent of the tobacco 
in the field was rated very poor, with 3 percent poor, 14 percent fair, 56 
percent good, and 26 percent excellent. Fifty percent of the dark tobacco was 
cut, equal to last year, but lagging the 62 percent for the average.

CORN: Early maturing fields were harvested this week. Grain harvest should 
become more prevalent in the next week or so. Field corn condition as of Friday, 
September 8, was rated 3 percent poor, 11 percent fair, 41 percent good, and 45 
percent excellent. Ninety-six percent of corn crop was in the dent stage or 
beyond compared with 94 percent for both 2005 and five year average. 
Seventy-five percent of the corn had matured, compared with 73 percent for both 
last year and the five year average. Harvested acreage was at 18 percent, behind 
the average at 23 percent. It was 14 percent a year ago.

SOYBEANS: Soybean condition was 2 percent poor, 15 percent fair, 48 percent 
good, and 35 percent excellent. Farmers are expecting excellent yields. 
Thirty-five percent had leaves turning yellow compared with 45 percent last year 
and 37 percent for average. Eleven percent has dropped leaves, behind the 16 
percent for a year ago and 17 percent on average.

OTHER CROPS: The week was dry enough to allow hay to be cut and baled. Pasture 
and hay conditions held steady this week. Two percent of the hay fields were 
rated very poor, 8 percent poor, 32 percent fair, 47 percent good, and 11 
percent excellent. On Friday, September 8, pastures were rated 1 percent very 
poor, 7 percent poor, 31 percent fair, 51 percent good, and 10 percent 
excellent.
---
Kentucky Weather Summary
For the Period September 4 to September 10, 2006

Below Normal Temperatures and Below Normal Rainfall

Eight consecutive weeks of near or above normal temperatures came to an end this 
past week as below normal temperatures occurred.  The work week started off cool 
and dry as high pressure was dominant over the Ohio River Valley.  Some rainfall 
occurred over far Eastern Kentucky during the work week.  High pressure remained 
in control of the weather until Saturday, when isolated showers and 
thunderstorms effected the Commonwealth.  More scattered showers and 
thunderstorms fell across the state on Sunday as well.

Temperatures for the period averaged 69 degrees across the state which was 1 
degree below normal and 3 degrees below last weeks average. High temperatures 
averaged from 82 in the West to 79 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 56 degrees in the West to 58 
degrees in the East. Departure from normal low temperature ranged from 4 degrees 
below normal in the West to near normal in the East.  Extreme temperatures 
ranged from a maximum in the upper 80s to a minimum in the low 50s.

Precipitation (liq. equ.) for the period totaled 0.27 inches statewide which was 
0.53 inches below normal. Precipitation totals by climate division, West 0.20 
inches, Central 0.40 inches, Bluegrass 0.19 inches and East 0.30 inches, which 
was 0.62, 0.45, 0.58 and 0.48 inches respectively below normal. By station, 
precipitation totals ranged from a low of 0.00 inches at Bardstown to a high of 
1.90 inches at Bristol. 


Kentucky & Regional Weather Data for Week ending Sep 10, 2006 - Summer Format

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             |     Rainfall    |  Dev. From   | Air Temperature |  Degree Days  
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             |      Since  Last| Norm   Norm  |             Dev.|     Since Dev.
Weather      |Last  April  Four| Since  Last  |       Wkly. From|Last  Apr Since
Station      |Week    1    Wks.| Apr 1  4 Wks.|Hi  Lo  Avg. Norm|Week   1  Apr 1
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                   (Inches)                       (Degrees F)                   
Bardstown     0.00  17.62  2.09  -4.39  -1.26  84  54  67.9  -2  124  3144   +82
Berea         0.04  18.96  3.85  -3.80  +0.20  81  52  68.0  -1  124  3221   +56
Bowling Gree  0.90  20.97  5.81  -1.95  +2.53  84  55  70.6  +1  142  3447  +252
Bristol       1.90  21.56  5.07  +2.24  +2.14  85  56  69.7  +1  136  3069  +129
Buckhorn Lak  0.10  17.22  1.70  -4.50  -1.64  84  55  68.6  -0  129  3219  +442
Cape Girarde  0.04  22.01  3.18  +0.70  -0.04  87  52  68.4  -3  128  3459  +110
Campbellsvil  0.22  17.98  2.72  -7.60  -1.48  84  54  69.1  -1  132  3163   +28
Covington     0.05  17.56  1.46  -2.86  -1.45  85  54  68.1  -1  124  3056  +155
Cumberland G  0.09  18.96  3.61  -4.82  +0.07  84  55  68.9  -0  131  3189  +279
Dix Dam       0.02  19.20  3.67  -3.43  +0.27  83  54  68.0  -1  124  3086   -17
Evansville    0.00  26.71  3.06  +6.31  +0.26  86  53  68.9  -3  131  3387  +191
Glasgow       0.52  22.55  3.70  -2.30  +0.06  86  54  70.9  +1  145  3413  +308
Grayson       0.13  24.68  5.31  +3.42  +2.22  83  55  68.0  -1  124  3120  +373
Hardinsburg   0.18  25.47  4.84  +2.73  +1.43  85  54  69.7  -0  136  3241   +36
Henderson     0.88  22.58  3.36  +1.57  +0.37  85  54  68.8  -3  130  3219    -7
Huntington    0.61  24.53  6.45  +3.17  +3.23  83  54  68.0  -1  125  3207  +276
Jackson       0.31  19.62  4.18  -3.21  +0.68  81  56  68.3  -1  125  3235  +458
Lexington     0.00  19.55  2.29  -2.46  -1.06  85  54  68.4  -1  127  3112  +171
London        0.83  20.69  4.31  -0.34  +1.23  83  54  68.9  -0  130  3147  +247
Louisville    0.50  27.54  2.81  +6.13  -0.30  86  55  68.9  -1  130  3174   -53
Mayfield      0.09  20.13  1.95  -2.94  -1.60  84  55  68.9  -3  130  3192   -74
Nashville     0.09  19.52  1.36  -1.87  -1.79  89  64  76.2  +6  177  3739  +309
Nolin Lake    0.29  22.13  2.42  -2.01  -1.16  84  55  70.4  +1  141  3263  +292
Paducah       0.03  25.54  2.44  +2.78  -0.73  87  53  69.1  -3  131  3538  +220
Princeton     0.15  19.62  1.59  -3.40  -1.85  88  53  69.5  -2  133  3471  +174
Quicksand     0.31  17.11  3.53  -5.72  +0.03  84  55  68.6  -0  128  3184  +407
Somerset      0.02  20.28  2.43  -3.52  -1.18  83  53  67.7  -1  122  3097   +96
Spindletop    1.03  17.73  2.49  -4.28  -0.86  84  53  67.5  -2  120  3022   +81
Williamstown  0.03  22.15  2.48  +0.50  -0.75  85  54  68.3  -1  126  3036   +95

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Missing data estimated by Doppler radar, Midwest Climate Service,
and UK Ag Weather Center.
World Wide Web URL:  http://wwwagwx.ca.uky.edu/
Phone: 859/2577381-245


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Kentucky Crop and Weather Report
Issued 4:00 P.M., September 5, 2006 KBM 24-06

AGRICULTURAL NEWS: Kentucky weather last week was a welcome departure from the 
summer’s heat. Temperatures were comfortable and much needed rain was received 
statewide. Topsoil moisture as of Friday, September 1, was rated 1 percent very 
short, 10 percent short, 73 percent adequate, and 16 percent surplus. Subsoil 
moisture was rated 4 percent very short, 25 percent short, 63 percent adequate, 
and 8 percent surplus. Days suitable for fieldwork were limited to 3.9 days out 
of a possible 7 days. Farmers were busy preparing for harvest and other general 
farm work.

TOBACCO: As rains permitted, tobacco producers were busy with various jobs 
related to tobacco; topping, spraying, cutting and housing. As of Sunday, 
September 3, over half of the burley had been cut at 54 percent, ahead of the 
average of 53 percent and the 48 percent cut a year ago. Thirtyseven percent of 
the dark tobacco has been cut, the same as last year, but well behind the 45 
percent for the five year average. Tobacco condition in the field remains fairly 
stable with 3 percent rated poor, 15 percent fair, 58 percent good, and 24 
percent excellent. Concerns remain about having adequate labor for harvest and 
housing. Some houseburn has been reported, but is considered minor at this time.

CORN: Corn harvest is picking up at 11 percent, just behind the average of 12 
percent, but ahead of last year’s 8 percent. Sixty percent was mature, just one 
percent behind average, but 4 percent ahead of last year’s 56 percent. 
Ninety-two percent of the corn acreage was in the dent stage, compared to 88 
percent last year and 90 percent for average. Corn condition was mostly good to 
excellent with 1 percent very poor, 2 percent poor, 11 percent fair, 44 percent 
good, and 42 percent excellent. Reporters also noted that some corn for silage 
was also ready for harvest.

SOYBEANS: As of Sunday, September 3, 86 percent of the soybeans were setting 
pods, the same as last year, but slightly behind the average of 91 percent. 
Thirteen percent of soybeans had leaves turning yellow, behind both 25 percent a 
year ago and the five year average of 21 percent. Five percent of soybeans were 
shedding leaves, behind the 10 percent a year ago and the average of 8 percent. 
Overall, the soybean condition changed little with 2 percent rated as poor, 18 
percent fair, 44 percent good, and 36 percent excellent.

OTHER CROPS: Hay harvest was hampered last week, but the wet weather was 
beneficial for pastures. Hay condition was rated 1 percent very poor, 6 percent 
poor, 39 percent fair, 42 percent good, and 12 percent excellent. As of Friday, 
September 1, the pasture condition improved, with 1 percent very poor, 8 percent 
poor, 31 percent fair, 49 percent good, and 11 percent excellent.
---
Kentucky Weather Summary
For the Period August 28 to September 03, 2006

Near Normal Temperatures and Above Normal Rainfall:

The workweek start off warm and wet as a low pressure system slowly advanced toward
the Ohio Valley and high pressure anchored over southeast U.S. pumped warm, moisture
air into the Bluegrass state. By Wednesday, cooler air started to filter into the
west and central sections of the state as the low pressure system moved east of the 
state. By Thursday, the remenants of Tropical Storm Ernesto moved along the southeast
U.S. coast and influenced northern and eastern Kentucky's weather with scattered showers 
and thunderstorms...which continued into the weekend. 

Temperatures for the period averaged 72 degrees across the state which was near normal. 
High temperatures averaged from 79 in the West to 77 in the East. Departure from normal 
high temperatures ranged from 6 degrees below normal in the West to 4 degrees below normal 
in the East. Low temperatures averaged from 65 degrees in the West to 66 degrees in the 
East. Departure from normal low temperature ranged from 4 degrees above normal in the West 
to 6 degrees above normal in the East. Extreme temperatures ranged from a maximum in the 
low 90s to a minimum in the mid 50s.


Rainfall for the period totaled 1.40 inches statewide which was 0.58 inches above normal. 
Precipitation totals by climate division, West 0.73 inches, Central 1.27 inches, Bluegrass 
1.28 inches and East 2.34 inches, which was -0.07, +0.42, +0.46 and +1.50 inches
respectively from normal. By station, precipitation totals ranged from a low of 0.21 inches 
at Cape Girardeau to a high of 5.17 inches at Huntington. 

Kentucky & Regional Weather Data for Week ending Sep 3, 2006 - Summer Format


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             |     Rainfall    |  Dev. From   | Air Temperature |  Degree Days  
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             |      Since  Last| Norm   Norm  |             Dev.|     Since Dev.
Weather      |Last  April  Four| Since  Last  |       Wkly. From|Last  Apr Since
Station      |Week    1    Wks.| Apr 1  4 Wks.|Hi  Lo  Avg. Norm|Week   1  Apr 1
================================================================================
                   (Inches)                       (Degrees F)                   
Bardstown     1.27  17.62  3.28  -3.64  -0.21  85  57  70.9  -1  145  3020   +84
Berea         2.36  18.92  5.30  -2.91  +1.68  85  54  71.6  +1  149  3097   +65
Bowling Gree  1.95  20.07  5.96  -1.98  +2.76  90  61  73.9  +2  164  3305  +243
Bristol       2.67  19.66  3.87  +1.10  +0.99  89  61  73.8  +3  163  2933  +119
Buckhorn Lak  0.80  17.12  2.09  -3.75  -1.22  86  58  71.9  +1  151  3090  +432
Cape Girarde  0.21  21.97  4.20  +1.49  +1.03  87  54  72.6  -1  156  3331  +115
Campbellsvil  1.33  17.76  3.90  -6.73  -0.25  88  59  73.4  +2  161  3031   +29
Covington     0.97  17.51  1.61  -2.24  -1.38  84  56  70.8  +0  143  2932  +150
Cumberland G  2.19  18.87  4.02  -4.19  +0.22  86  58  71.9  +1  151  3058  +274
Dix Dam       1.95  19.18  5.64  -2.65  +2.15  84  56  70.9  +0  144  2962    -8
Evansville    0.38  26.71  7.30  +7.00  +4.49  88  57  72.1  -1  152  3256  +193
Glasgow       1.33  22.03  3.99  -1.91  +0.35  93  59  73.9  +2  158  3268  +296
Grayson       3.83  24.55  6.84  +3.93  +3.54  86  58  71.0  +0  145  2996  +368
Hardinsburg   1.89  25.29  6.78  +3.40  +3.37  87  58  71.9  +0  151  3105   +40
Henderson     0.43  21.70  3.88  +1.49  +0.98  87  56  71.9  -2  152  3089    -4
Huntington    5.17  23.92  6.09  +3.21  +2.63  87  58  71.4  +1  149  3082  +270
Jackson       1.98  19.31  4.18  -2.70  +0.59  86  56  69.6  -1  136  3110  +452
Lexington     0.73  19.55  3.49  -1.71  +0.00  84  58  70.5  -0  141  2985  +170
London        2.36  19.86  6.09  -0.36  +3.07  86  60  71.9  +1  152  3017  +236
Louisville    0.60  27.04  3.79  +6.36  +0.62  86  57  70.8  -1  144  3044   -50
Mayfield      1.12  20.04  3.15  -2.11  -0.34  86  58  71.9  -2  151  3062   -64
Nashville     0.47  19.43  3.52  -1.16  +0.39  94  65  77.5  +6  185  3562  +279
Nolin Lake    0.59  21.84  3.60  -1.31  +0.15  90  59  73.2  +2  159  3122  +277
Paducah       1.70  25.51  4.25  +3.61  +1.19  87  58  72.3  -1  153  3407  +222
Princeton     0.52  19.47  2.71  -2.77  -0.86  88  58  72.8  -1  156  3338  +181
Quicksand     1.28  16.80  3.50  -5.21  -0.09  86  58  71.9  +1  151  3056  +398
Somerset      1.07  20.26  4.70  -2.61  +1.14  86  59  74.5  +4  171  2975  +100
Spindletop    0.66  16.70  3.24  -4.56  -0.25  85  57  69.6  -1  135  2902   +87
Williamstown  1.02  22.12  3.64  +1.21  +0.31  83  57  70.6  -0  143  2910   +95

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Kentucky Crop and Weather Report
Issued 4:00 P.M., August 28, 2006 KGC 23-06

AGRICULTURAL NEWS: Drier weather this week allowed Kentucky farmers to harvest 
more tobacco and corn. Some parts of the State had spotty showers toward the end 
of the week, with more comfortable temperatures. Most producers were optimistic 
about crop yields this year. Topsoil moisture was rated 6 percent very short, 32 
percent short, 60 percent adequate, and 2 percent surplus, as of Friday, August 
25. Subsoil moisture was rated 9 percent very short, 38 percent short, 51 
percent adequate, and 2 percent surplus. Farmers continued to cut and house 
tobacco, cut and bale hay, and harvest early maturing corn. Days suitable for 
fieldwork averaged 5.9 out of a possible 7 days.

TOBACCO: Some farmers experienced difficulty in finding enough workers to put up 
the tobacco crop. Housed tobacco continued to cure well with adequate humidity 
to bring it in and out of case. By Sunday, August 27, forty percent of the 
burley tobacco crop had been cut, above the previous year’s 37 percent and the 
five year average of 39 percent. Only 1 percent of the tobacco in the field was 
rated very poor, with 3 percent poor, 15 percent fair, 57 percent good, and 24 
percent excellent. Onethird of the dark tobacco was cut, also ahead of last 
year. In 2005, 27 percent of the dark tobacco was cut, with 32 percent for the 
average.

CORN: A few more early maturing fields were harvested this week. Grain harvest 
should become more prevalent in the next week or so. Field corn condition as of 
Friday, August 25, was rated 2 percent poor, 16 percent fair, 44 percent good, 
and 38 percent excellent. Ninety percent of corn crop was in the dent stage or 
beyond. A year ago, it was 82 percent. The five year average was 84 percent. 
Nearly half the corn had matured, at 48 percent. Last year, 46 percent was 
matured, and the average was 44 percent. Harvested was at 5 percent, same as the 
average. It was 3 percent a year ago.

SOYBEANS: Soybean condition was 1 percent poor, 19 percent fair, 52 percent 
good, and 28 percent excellent. Projected yields look promising, though 
double-cropped soybeans could benefit from more rain. Eighty-four percent of the 
soybeans have set pods, slightly faster than the 81 percent for 2005, and 83 
percent for the five year average. Only 8 percent had leaves turning yellow 
compared with 15 percent last year and 12 percent for the average. Three percent 
has dropped leaves, behind the 5 percent for a year ago and 4 percent on 
average.

OTHER CROPS: The week was dry enough to allow hay to be cut and baled. A few 
farmers in drier areas had to feed hay to their livestock, and some were 
concerned about having enough hay for winter use. Pasture and hay conditions 
held steady this week. Two percent of the hay fields were rated very poor, 7 
percent poor, 36 percent fair, 46 percent good, and 9 percent excellent. On 
Friday, August 25, pastures were rated 2 percent very poor, 10 percent poor, 38 
percent fair, 44 percent good, and 6 percent excellent.
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Kentucky Weather Summary
For the Period August 21 to August 27, 2006

Above Normal Temperatures and Below Normal Rainfall:

After two consecutive weeks of above normal rainfall, below normal rainfall fell 
across the Commonwealth this past week.  High pressure was dominant over the 
entire work week.  Temperatures were comfortable for the first half of the work 
week as the high pressure system ushered in cool, dry air from Canada.  By the 
weekend, high pressure began to break down as a cold front started to slowly 
move in from the Upper Midwest.  Scattered showers and thunderstorms were felt 
over the weekend with the slowly approaching cold front.

Temperatures for the period averaged 76 degrees across the state which was 3 
degrees above normal and 1 degree cooler than the previous weeks average. High 
temperatures averaged from 88 in the West to 86 in the East. Departure from 
normal high temperatures ranged from 1 degree above normal in the West to 4 
degrees above normal in the East. Low temperatures averaged from 65 degrees in 
the West to 64 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 temperatures ranged from a maximum in the mid 90s to a minimum in the 
upper 50s.

Precipitation (liq. equ.) for the period totaled 0.26 inches statewide which was 
0.58 inches below normal. Precipitation totals by climate division, West 0.59 
inches, Central 0.17 inches, Bluegrass 0.15 inches and East 0.12 inches, which 
was 0.20, 0.68, 0.71 and 0.75 inches respectively below normal. By station, 
precipitation totals ranged from a low of 0.00 inches at Buckhorn Lake to a high 
of 2.17 inches at Cape Girardeau.
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Kentucky Crop and Weather Report
Issued 4:00 P.M., August 21, 2006 KGC 22-06

AGRICULTURAL NEWS: Two rounds of showers helped maintain crop growth throughout 
Kentucky. Average temperatures were cooler compared to the previous week, which 
was a welcome change. Recent rains improved the topsoil moisture, which was 
rated 5 percent very short, 32 percent short, 58 percent adequate, and 5 percent 
surplus, as of Friday, August 18. Subsoil moisture was rated 8 percent very 
short, 35 percent short, 54 percent adequate, and 3 percent surplus. During the 
week, most of the farm work consisted of equipment maintenance, working 
livestock, cutting tobacco and hay, chopping early maturing corn for silage, and 
seeding pastures. Days suitable for fieldwork averaged 5.3 out of a possible 7 
days.

CORN: Some early maturing fields were chopped for silage. Corn harvest for grain 
is expected to occur within a couple of weeks. Field corn condition was rated 1 
percent very poor, 3 percent poor, 11 percent fair, 43 percent good, and 42 
percent excellent. Onefifth of the corn crop had matured, slower than a year ago 
at 23 percent, but faster than the five year average. Sixty percent of the corn 
acreage was in the dent stage, behind both last year, at 61 percent, and the 
average of 64 percent. Corn in the dough stage or beyond was at 92 percent, well 
ahead of 87 percent for the previous year and 86 percent for the average.

SOYBEANS: Rainfall was beneficial to soybeans, especially for double-cropped 
fields. The condition of the soybeans improved to 2 percent rated as poor, 15 
percent fair, 48 percent good, and 35 percent excellent. Soybeans setting pods, 
as of Sunday, August 20, was 76 percent. Progress was faster than both last 
year’s rate of 73 percent, and the five year average of 69 percent. Ninety-one 
percent was in the blooming stage or beyond, more than 90 percent for a year ago 
and 87 percent for the average.

TOBACCO: Twenty-six percent of the burley tobacco crop has been cut. That was 
the same as the five year average, but was slower than last year’s progress of 
30 percent. The condition of the tobacco still in the field was rated 1 percent 
very poor, 4 percent poor, 21 percent fair, 56 percent good, and 18 percent 
excellent. Blue mold, black shank, and insects did not pose a big problem last 
week. Early housed tobacco was curing well. By Sunday, August 20, 21 percent of 
the dark tobacco was cut, more than 17 percent for a year ago, but behind the 22 
percent for the average.

OTHER CROPS: Pasture condition improved in areas of the State receiving rain. 
Other areas not receiving the showers still need additional moisture. On Friday, 
August 18, pastures were rated 2 percent very poor, 10 percent poor, 34 percent 
fair, 47 percent good, and 7 percent excellent. Additional hay was cut and baled 
this week in between showers. Hay condition changed little over the past week. 
One percent was rated very poor, 12 percent poor, 38 percent fair, 42 percent 
good, and 7 percent excellent.
---
Kentucky Weather Summary
For the Period August 14 to August 20, 2006

Above Normal Temperatures and Above Normal Rainfall:

The trend of above normal temperatures continued this past week, as this was the 
sixth straight week of above normal temperatures for the Commonwealth.  On 
Monday high pressure dominated the weather pattern, but by Tuesday a cold front 
dropped into the Ohio River Valley and brought showers and thunderstorms to the 
state.  The rest of the work week remained dry as high pressure took hold.  By 
the weekend, another cold front moved into the Ohio River Valley and blanketed 
the state with rainfall.

Temperatures for the period averaged 77 degrees across the state which was 3 
degrees above normal but 2 degrees cooler than the previous weeks average. High 
temperatures averaged from 87 in the West to 86 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 68 degrees in 
the West to 68 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 temperatures ranged from a maximum in the mid 90s to a minimum in the 
upper 50s.

Precipitation (liq. equ.) for the period totaled 1.17 inches statewide which was 
0.33 inches above normal. Precipitation totals by climate division, West 1.13 
inches, Central 1.74 inches, Bluegrass 0.99 inches and East 0.85 inches, which 
was +0.34, +0.89, +0.13 and -0.03 inches respectively from normal. By station, 
precipitation totals ranged from a low of 0.06 inches at Covington to a high of 
2.69 inches at Bowling Green.  
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Kentucky Crop and Weather Report
Issued 4:00 P.M., August 14, 2006 KBM 21-06

AGRICULTURAL NEWS: Kentucky received welcome and widespread rains last week. The 
most significant amounts of precipitation were received in western and central 
Kentucky. Some locales, especially southeastern parts of the State are still in 
need of moisture to benefit stressed crops. Topsoil moisture as of Friday, 
August 11, was rated 8 percent very short, 30 percent short, 59 percent 
adequate, and 3 percent surplus. Subsoil moisture was rated 8 percent very 
short, 34 percent short, 56 adequate, and 2 percent surplus. Days suitable for 
fieldwork averaged 5.1 days out of a possible 7 days. Along with general farm 
work; farm activities last week included topping and cutting tobacco, spraying 
tobacco for blue mold and baling hay.

TOBACCO: Tobacco condition was mostly good to excellent with 1 percent rated 
very poor, 5 percent poor, 20 percent fair, 51 percent good, and 23 percent 
excellent. Blue mold is still a presence across the State, but not generally 
considered severe. There were a few reports of black shank. Farmers have started 
cutting their tobacco. As of Sunday, August 13, 11 percent of the burley had 
been cut, just behind the average of 12 percent, but ahead of the 9 percent cut 
a year ago. Fifty-nine percent of the burley had been topped, behind both the 
five year average of 66 percent and last year’s 64 percent. Four percent of the 
dark tobacco has been cut, compared to last year’s 7 percent and 9 percent for 
the five year average. Three-fourth’s of the dark tobacco has been topped, 
behind 81 percent for last year and 85 percent on average.

CORN: Forty-four percent of the corn acreage was in the dent stage, just behind 
45 percent last year and 46 percent for average. Sixty-six percent was in the 
dough stage or beyond, the same as a year earlier, but behind the five year 
average of 71 percent. Eighty-six percent was in the milk stage or beyond, 
compared to 89 percent a year ago and the five year average of 90 percent. Corn 
condition was mostly good to excellent with 4 percent poor, 10 percent fair, 48 
percent good, and 38 percent excellent.

SOYBEANS: Fifty-five percent of the soybeans were setting pods, behind last 
year’s 60 percent, but only slightly behind the average of 56 percent. As of 
Sunday, August 13, 77 percent of soybeans were blooming, behind 81 percent a 
year ago and the five year average of 79 percent. Overall, the soybean condition 
remained steady with 3 percent rated as poor, 14 percent fair, 56 percent good, 
and 27 percent excellent.

OTHER CROPS: Hay was harvested and baled as weather permitted last week. Overall 
hay condition declined some last week, but still remains in mostly fair to good 
condition, with 3 percent very poor, 12 percent poor, 31 percent fair, 46 
percent good, and 8 percent excellent. As of Friday, August 11, pasture 
condition had also declined, with 4 percent very poor, 12 percent poor, 34 
percent fair, 43 percent good, and 7 percent excellent. Some areas of the State 
need more rain to green up pastures.
---
Kentucky Weather Summary
For the Period August 7 to August 13, 2006

Above Normal Temperatures and Above Normal Rainfall:

After three consecutive weeks of below normal rainfall, above normal rainfall 
fell across the Commonwealth this past week.  The work week started off warm and 
humid as high pressure dominated the weather pattern.  By Tuesday, a cold front 
moved into the Ohio River Valley and stalled over Kentucky.  Rain fell in 
portions of the state Tuesday and Wednesday, with benefitial rainfall coming 
state-wide on Thursday and Friday.  By the weekend, high pressure moved in and 
brought cooler and drier conditions to the Bluegrass.

Temperatures for the period averaged 79 degrees across the state which was 4 
degrees above normal, and 3 degrees cooler than the previous weeks average. High 
temperatures averaged from 90 in the West to 87 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 71 degrees in 
the West to 70 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.  
Extreme temperatures ranged from a maximum in the upper 90s to a minimum in the 
low 60s.

Precipitation (liq. equ.) for the period totaled 1.36 inches statewide which was 
0.52 inches above normal. Precipitation totals by climate division, West 1.70 
inches, Central 1.54 inches, Bluegrass 1.19 inches and East 1.02 inches, which 
was 0.91, 0.69, 0.33 and 0.15 inches respectively above normal. By station, 
precipitation totals ranged from a low of 0.07 inches at Quicksand to a high of 
4.24 inches at Evansville. 
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Kentucky Crop and Weather Report
Issued 4:00 P.M., August 7, 2006 KGC 20-06

AGRICULTURAL NEWS: A week of hot, humid weather was experienced by Kentucky 
farmers. Very few places received much precipitation. The hot, dry humid 
conditions have started to stress livestock and crops throughout the State. On 
Friday, August 4, topsoil moisture was rated 13 percent very short, 39 percent 
short, 46 percent adequate, and 2 percent surplus. Subsoil moisture was rated 9 
percent very short, 39 percent short, 49 adequate, and 3 percent surplus. Days 
suitable for fieldwork averaged 6.3 days out of a possible 7 days. Farm 
activities continued to include baling hay, spraying and topping tobacco, and 
tobacco barn maintenance.

TOBACCO: Crop condition did not change much over the week with 1 percent very 
poor, 3 percent poor, 20 percent fair, 55 percent good, and 21 percent 
excellent. Seventy percent of the burley tobacco was blooming or beyond as of 
Sunday, August 6. Blooming rate was further advanced than last year’s 63 
percent, but the same as the five year average. Tobacco topped at 51 percent was 
greater than the five year average of 48 percent and the previous year at 45 
percent. Dark tobacco topped at 70 percent was lower than the 78 percent for 
2005 and the five year average. Blue mold remained active in the State. A few 
fields of early set tobacco were cut this week. Most farmers prepared their 
barns for housing tobacco in the next few weeks.

CORN: Three-fourths of the corn crop was in the milk stage or beyond, behind 
last year’s 81 percent and 83 percent for the five year average. Fifty-one 
percent was in the dough stage, compare to 53 percent in 2005 and 59 percent for 
the average. Percent in the dent stage was at 27, same as a year ago but behind 
the five year average of 31 percent. The corn condition improved a little this 
week with 4 percent poor, 9 percent fair, 45 percent good, and 42 percent 
excellent.

SOYBEANS: Half of the soybean crop was setting pods, up from the 35 percent a 
year earlier, but still slower than the five year average of 56 percent. Fields 
need adequate rainfall for blooms and pod development. Seventy-four percent of 
soybeans have bloomed, up one percent from the average and ahead of last year’s 
62 percent. Crop condition was rated at 3 percent poor, 15 percent fair, 53 
percent good, and 29 percent excellent.

OTHER CROPS: Pastured suffered last week with the hot, dry weather. Conditions 
dropped slightly to 2 percent very poor, 10 percent poor, 34 percent fair, 44 
percent good, and 10 percent excellent. As of Friday, August 4, hay condition 
was 1 percent very poor, 10 percent poor, 31 percent fair, 47 percent good, and 
11 percent excellent. Farmers continued to cut and bale hay while weather 
conditions favored such activity.
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Kentucky Weather Summary
For the Period July 31 to August 06, 2006

Above Normal Temperatures and Below Normal Rainfall:

The trend of above normal temperatures and below normal rainfall continued this 
past week.  High pressure dominated during most of the work week as conditions 
were hot, humid, and dry.  By Friday, a weak cold front made its way into the 
Ohio Valley bringing temporary relief from the sultry conditions.  Widespread 
showers and thunderstorms were touched off by the cold front.  By the weekend, 
high pressure again built back into the region.

Temperatures for the period averaged 82 degrees across the state which was 6 
degrees above normal and 4 degrees above the previous weeks average. High 
temperatures averaged from 92 in the West to 92 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 72 degrees in 
the West to 71 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 temperatures ranged from a maximum in the upper 90s to a minimum in the 
mid 60s.

Precipitation (liq. equ.) for the period totaled 0.07 inches statewide which was 
0.80 inches below normal. Precipitation totals by climate division, West 0.05 
inches, Central 0.01 inches, Bluegrass 0.09 inches and East 0.14 inches, which 
was 0.76, 0.88, 0.79 and 0.77 inches respectively below normal. By station, 
precipitation totals ranged from a low of 0.00 inches at Bardstown to a high of 
1.68 inches at Bristol. 
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Kentucky Crop and Weather Report
Issued 4:00 P.M., July 31, 2006 KBM 19-06

AGRICULTURAL NEWS: The week started out hot and dry and ended hot and steamy. 
Some areas received welcome rains on Thursday and Friday. Topsoil moisture as of 
Friday, July 28, was rated 7 percent very short, 25 percent short, 65 percent 
adequate, and 3 percent surplus. Subsoil moisture was rated 8 percent very 
short, 24 percent short, 65 adequate, and 3 percent surplus. Days suitable for 
fieldwork averaged 5.5 days out of a possible 7 days. Farm activities last week 
included baling hay, spraying tobacco for blue mold, topping tobacco, and 
spraying soybeans for weeds.

TOBACCO: Although the blue mold presence is widespread, many producers have been 
spraying; which, along with hot dry weather, has helped keep the blue mold 
threat somewhat in check up to this point. There was very little change in 
tobacco condition last week with 1 percent very poor, 4 percent poor, 20 percent 
fair, 53 percent good, and 22 percent excellent. As of Sunday, July 30, 58 
percent of the burley tobacco was blooming or beyond, ahead of the five year 
average of 54 percent and last year’s 46 percent. Thirty-six percent of the 
burley had been topped, well ahead of the five year average of 29 percent, and 
last year’s 24 percent. Fifty-nine percent of the dark tobacco has been topped, 
behind last year and average.

CORN: The corn crop was still rated mostly good to excellent, with good yields 
expected. The corn condition slipped only slightly and was rated 1 percent very 
poor, 2 percent poor, 12 percent fair, 43 percent good, and 42 percent 
excellent. Ninety-two percent of the corn has silked or was silking as of 
Sunday, July 30, behind last year’s 96 percent, but ahead of the five year 
average of 90 percent. Sixtyseven percent was in the milk stage or beyond, ahead 
of last year’s 59 percent, and the five year average of 65 percent. Thirty-eight 
percent was in the dough stage or beyond, ahead of last year’s 33 percent, but 
behind the five year average of 40 percent. Sixteen percent of the corn acreage 
was in the dent stage, up from the 10 percent last year at this time and 15 
percent for average.

SOYBEANS: Thirty-five percent of the soybeans were setting pods, significantly 
behind last year’s 50 percent, but just ahead of the five year average of 34 
percent. These soybeans will need timely rains during this critical stage of 
development for adequate podfill. As of Sunday, July 30, 62 percent of soybeans 
were blooming, behind last year’s 72 percent, but ahead of the five year average 
of 60 percent. Overall, the soybean condition declined slightly with 1 percent 
rated as very poor, 4 percent poor, 15 percent fair, 51 percent good, and 29 
percent excellent.

OTHER CROPS: One of the main activities of the past week continued to be baling 
hay. Hay condition remains in mostly fair to good condition, with 1 percent very 
poor, 8 percent poor, 32 percent fair, 47 percent good, and 12 percent 
excellent. As of Friday, July 28, the pasture condition had declined slightly 
due to the hot weather, with 1 percent very poor, 7 percent poor, 29 percent 
fair, 52 percent good, and 11 percent excellent.
---
Kentucky Weather Summary
For the Period July 24 to July 30, 2006

Above Normal Temperatures and Below Normal Rainfall:

High pressure was firmly entrenched over the Ohio Valley throughout the work 
week last week as hot and dry weather was felt across all of the Commonwealth.  
By the end of the work week, the high pressure system moved to the east and a 
weak cold front made its way into the area.  Spotty showers and thunderstorms 
occurred Thursday, with Friday being the day with the most widespread rain 
coverage.  High pressure once again set in over the weekend, ushering in more 
hot and humid weather.

Temperatures for the period averaged 78 degrees across the state which was 2 
degrees above normal and 1 degree below the previous weeks average. High 
temperatures averaged from 88 in the West to 88 in the East. Departure from 
normal high temperatures ranged from 2 degrees below normal in the West to 2 
degrees above 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 2 degrees above normal in the West to 3 degrees above normal in the East.  
Extreme temperatures ranged from a maximum in the mid 90s to a minimum in the 
upper 50s.

Precipitation (liq. equ.) for the period totaled 0.42 inches statewide which was 
0.64 inches below normal. Precipitation totals by climate division, West 0.71 
inches, Central 0.44 inches, Bluegrass 0.17 inches and East 0.34 inches, which 
was 0.21, 0.67, 0.89 and 0.79 inches respectively below normal. By station, 
precipitation totals ranged from a low of 0.01 inches at Buckhorn Lake to a high 
of 1.38 inches at Mayfield. 

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Kentucky Crop and Weather Report
Issued 4:00 P.M., July 24, 2006 JMB 18-06

AGRICULTURAL NEWS: The week was hot and humid with farmers receiving less rain 
than the previous week. The high heat and humidity began to stress the crops and 
livestock. Although some rain was received, more rain is needed. Topsoil 
moisture as of Friday, July 21, was rated 6 percent very short, 27 percent 
short, 61 percent adequate, and 6 percent surplus. Subsoil moisture was rated 6 
percent very short, 24 percent short, 65 adequate, and 5 percent surplus. Days 
suitable for fieldwork averaged 5.6 days out of a possible 7 days. The majority 
of fieldwork included baling hay, spraying tobacco for blue mold, topping 
tobacco, and spraying for weeds.

TOBACCO: There were 48 counties with confirmed blue mold sightings, up from 43 
counties a week ago. Although the blue mold presence has increased slightly, the 
rate at which it has spread throughout the State has slowed down. The tobacco 
condition improved due to good growing conditions with 4 percent poor, 19 
percent fair, 54 percent good, and 23 percent excellent. As of Sunday, July 23, 
40 percent of the burley tobacco was blooming or beyond, the same as the five 
year average, and ahead of last year’s 37 percent. Eighteen percent of the 
burley had been topped, the same as the five year average, and ahead of last 
year’s 17 percent. Thirty-three percent of the dark tobacco has been topped.

CORN: The corn crop looks very good with continued optimism for high yields. The 
corn condition was rated 6 percent poor, 9 percent fair, 35 percent good, and 50 
percent excellent. Eighty-five percent of the corn has silked or was silking as 
of Sunday, July 23, behind last year’s 92 percent, but ahead of the five year 
average of 83 percent. Fifty percent was in the milk stage or beyond, behind 
last year’s 55 percent, and the five year average of 51 percent. Sixteen percent 
was in the dough stage or beyond, behind last year’s 19 percent, and the five 
year average of 24 percent.

SOYBEANS: Some of the soybeans have reached a critical stage of growth and need 
rain to sustain development. As of Sunday, July 23, 58 percent of soybeans were 
blooming, behind last year’s 68 percent, but ahead of the five year average of 
48 percent. Twentynine percent of the soybeans were setting pods, behind last 
year’s 42 percent, but ahead of the five year average of 24 percent. Overall, 
the soybean condition improved with 2 percent rated as poor, 20 percent fair, 44 
percent good, and 34 percent excellent.

OTHER CROPS: One of the main activities continued to be baling hay. The hay 
condition remained primarily unchanged, with 64 percent rated good to excellent. 
Hay condition as of Friday, July 21 was rated 1 percent very poor, 6 percent 
poor, 29 percent fair, 51 percent good, and 13 percent excellent. As of Friday, 
July 21, the pasture condition had declined slightly in the hot, dry weather, 
with 6 percent poor, 30 percent fair, 49 percent good, and 15 percent excellent.
---
Kentucky Weather Summary
For the Period July 17, 2006 to July 23, 2006

Above Normal Temperatures and Near Normal Rainfall:

After experiencing above normal rainfall last week, near normal rainfall fell 
across the Bluegrass State this past week.  High pressure dominated our weather 
during most of the work week as hot, dry, and humid conditions were felt.  By 
friday a cold front moved into the Ohio River Valley and brought cooler 
temperatures and rain across the state.  Cool temperatures and clear skies made 
for a pleasant weekend.

Temperatures for the period averaged 79 degrees across the state which was 3 
degrees above normal and the same as the previous weeks average. High 
temperatures averaged from 90 in the West to 89 in the East. Departure from 
normal high temperatures ranged near normal in the West to 3 degrees above 
normal in the East. Low temperatures averaged from 69 degrees in the West to 69 
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 
temperatures ranged from a maximum in the upper 90s to a minimum in the upper 
50s.

Precipitation (liq. equ.) for the period totaled 0.99 inches statewide which was 
0.06 inches below normal. Precipitation totals by climate division, West 0.97 
inches, Central 1.65 inches, Bluegrass 0.83 inches and East 0.53 inches, which 
was +0.04, +0.54, -0.23 and -0.60 inches respectively from normal. By station, 
precipitation totals ranged from a low of 0.10 inches at Cape Girardeau to a 
high of 2.74 inches at Louisville.  
---
Kentucky Crop and Weather Report
Issued 4:00 P.M., July 17, 2006 JMB 17-06

AGRICULTURAL NEWS: The State received 2.10 inches of much needed rain this week, 
1.04 inches above normal. The average temperature for the week was 79 degrees, 3 
degrees above normal. Topsoil moisture as of Friday, July 14, was rated 3 
percent very short, 19 percent short, 63 percent adequate, and 15 percent 
surplus. Subsoil moisture was rated 4 percent very short, 20 percent short, 66 
percent adequate, and 10 percent surplus. Due to the rain received over most of 
the State, days suitable for fieldwork averaged 3.5 days out of a possible 7 
days. The majority of fieldwork included baling hay, spraying tobacco for blue 
mold, soybeans for weeds, and topping tobacco.

TOBACCO: There were 43 counties with confirmed blue mold sightings, up from 25 
counties a week ago. The blue mold presence has been mostly in the middle to 
eastern portion of the State. The tobacco condition was rated 1 percent very 
poor, 3 percent poor, 21 percent fair, 55 percent good, and 20 percent 
excellent. As of Sunday, July 16, 20 percent of the burley tobacco was blooming 
or beyond, the same as last year, but behind the five year average of 22 
percent. Seven percent of the burley had been topped, the same as the five year 
average and up from last year’s 3 percent. Thirty-one percent of the dark 
tobacco was blooming or beyond, behind last year’s 33 percent, and the five year 
average of 32 percent.

CORN: The rains received last week have helped the corn, and the potential yield 
looks good. The condition of the corn was rated 2 percent poor, 13 percent fair, 
47 percent good, and 38 percent excellent. Seventy-five percent of the corn has 
silked or was silking as of Sunday, July 16, behind last year’s 77 percent, but 
ahead of the five year average of 74 percent. Twenty-eight percent of the corn 
was in the milk stage or beyond, behind last year’s 43 percent, and the five 
year average of 35 percent.

SOYBEANS: As of Sunday, July 16, 41 percent of soybeans were blooming, behind 
last year’s 53 percent, but ahead of the five year average of 35 percent. 
Seventeen percent of the soybeans were setting pods, ahead of last year’s 13 
percent and the five year average of 10 percent. The soybean condition was rated 
1 percent very poor, 4 percent poor, 23 percent fair, 47 percent good, and 25 
percent excellent. The rain, where received, last week will help the development 
of the double crop soybeans.

OTHER CROPS: One of the main activities this week was baling hay. Hay condition 
as of Friday, July 14, was rated 1 percent very poor, 5 percent poor, 30 percent 
fair, 53 percent good, and 11 percent excellent. The condition of pastures has 
improved as well with the percent rated good to excellent increasing 5 percent. 
The condition of the pastures as of Friday, July 14, was rated 1 percent very 
poor, 4 percent poor, 29 percent fair, 56 percent good, and 10 percent 
excellent.
---
Kentucky Weather Summary
For the Period July 10 to July 16, 2006

Above Normal Temperatures and Above Normal Rainfall:

After 6 weeks of near or below normal rainfall, above normal rainfall fell 
across the commonwealth this past week.  The work week started off cool and wet 
as a stationary front remained to our north.  Beneficial rainfall fell each day 
during the work week with high temperatures in the 80s to mid 90s.  By the 
weekend, high pressure moved into the Ohio Valley and above normal temperatures 
were felt along with dry conditions.  

Temperatures for the period averaged 79 degrees across the state which was 3 
degrees above normal and 6 degrees above the previous weeks average. High 
temperatures averaged from 88 in the West to 87 in the East. Departure from 
normal high temperatures ranged from 1 degree below normal in the West to 1 
degree above normal in the East. Low temperatures averaged from 71 degrees in 
the West to 70 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 temperatures ranged from a maximum in the mid 90s to a minimum in the 
mid 60s.

Precipitation (liq. equ.) for the period totaled 2.10 inches statewide which was 
1.04 inches above normal. Locally heavy rain occurred in the West, Central, and 
Bluegrass areas of 3 to 4 inches.  Precipitation totals by climate division, 
West 3.59 inches, Central 1.97 inches, Bluegrass 1.91 inches and East 0.91 
inches, which was +2.66, +0.87, +0.85 and -0.22 inches respectively from normal. 
By station, precipitation totals ranged from a low of 0.13 inches at Cumberland 
Gap to a high of 5.04 inches at Cape Girardeau. 
---
Kentucky Crop and Weather Report
Issued 4:00 P.M., July 10, 2006 JMB 16-06

AGRICULTURAL NEWS: Most of the State received much needed rain this week, after 
nearly 5 weeks of below normal rainfall. There are some parts of the State that 
still need rain. The average temperature for the week was 73 degrees, 2 degrees 
below normal. Topsoil moisture as of Friday, July 7, was rated 4 percent very 
short, 31 percent short, 61 percent adequate, and 4 percent surplus. Subsoil 
moisture was rated 6 percent very short, 25 percent short, 67 adequate, and 2 
percent surplus. Days suitable for fieldwork averaged 5.1 days out of a possible 
7 days. The majority of fieldwork included baling hay, topping early set 
tobacco, and harvesting wheat.

TOBACCO: Tobacco has limited disease presence, with blue mold and blank shank 
being the most common reported. There were 25 counties with confirmed blue mold 
sightings, mostly in the eastern part of the State. The tobacco condition was 
rated 1 percent very poor, 4 percent poor, 24 percent fair, 53 percent good, and 
18 percent excellent. As of Sunday, July 9, 50 percent of the tobacco plants 
were under 24 inches in height, 30 percent 24-36 inches in height, and 20 
percent were over 36 inches.

CORN: The corn crop is silking, and the potential yields on the early planted 
corn looks good. The rain received this past week helped, but rain is still 
needed to continue good crop development. The condition of the corn was rated 5 
percent poor, 16 percent fair, 41 percent good, and 38 percent excellent. 
Seventy-one percent of the corn has silked or was silking as of Sunday, July 9, 
well ahead of both last year and the five year average of 63 percent.

SOYBEANS: As of Sunday, July 9, 31 percent of soybeans were blooming, behind 
last year’s 41 percent, but ahead of the five year average of 22 percent. Four 
percent of the soybeans were setting pods, ahead of the five year average of 1 
percent. The soybean condition was rated 1 percent very poor, 4 percent poor, 22 
percent fair, 46 percent good, and 27 percent excellent. The early planted 
soybeans look good. The rains received last week were beneficial, but more rain 
is needed for the development of the late planted double crop soybeans.

SMALL GRAINS: Wheat harvested was 98 percent complete as of Sunday, July 9. The 
same percent was harvested last year at this time, and is slightly ahead of the 
five year average of 97 percent. The wheat yield and quality is reported to be 
good to excellent.

OTHER CROPS: One of the main activities this week was baling hay. The hay 
condition varies throughout the State, depending on how much rain the hay fields 
have received. Hay condition as of Friday, July 7 was rated 2 percent very poor, 
8 percent poor, 37 percent fair, 43 percent good, and 10 percent excellent. The 
condition of pastures has improved slightly, with conditions as of Friday, July 
7 rated 1 percent very poor, 6 percent poor, 32 percent fair, 51 percent good, 
and 10 percent excellent.
---
Kentucky Weather Summary
For the Period July 3 to July 9, 2006

Below Normal Temperatures and Above Normal Rainfall:

After nearly 5 weeks of below normal rainfall, above normal rainfall fell across 
the Commonwealth this past week. The work week started off dry with highs in the 
90s across much of the region. By Tuesday and Wednesday, a cold front approached 
from the north and brought widespread rainfall and below normal temperatures to 
the Commonwealth. High pressure built in by the end of the work week and stayed 
through the weekend. Cool temperatures and dry conditions followed and made for 
a pleasant weekend.

Temperatures for the period averaged 73 degrees across the state which was 2 
degrees below normal and 2 degrees below the previous weeks average. High 
temperatures averaged from 86 in the West to 83 in the East. Departure from 
normal high temperatures ranged from 4 degrees below normal in the West to 2 
degrees below normal in the East. Low temperatures averaged from 64 degrees in 
the West to 63 degrees in the East. Departure from normal low temperature ranged 
from 2 degrees below normal in the West to 2 degrees below normal in the East. 
Extreme high temperatures were in the mid 90s with extreme low temperatures in 
the mid 50s.

Precipitation (liq. equ.) for the period totaled 1.15 inches statewide which was 
0.09 inches above normal. Precipitation totals by climate division, West 0.59 
inches, Central 1.16 inches, Bluegrass 1.03 inches and East 1.82 inches, which 
was -0.34, +0.05, -0.03 and +0.69 inches respectively from normal. By station, 
precipitation totals ranged from a low of 0.10 inches at Berea to a high of 2.95 
inches at Jackson.
---
Kentucky Crop and Weather Report
Issued 4:00 P.M., July 3, 2006 TNS 15-06

AGRICULTURAL NEWS: The State needs widespread precipitation to maintain crop 
development, despite localized reports of heavy rainfall in some spotty eastern 
locations. Precipitation during the week was 0.19 inches which was 0.75 inches 
below normal. Crops could lose some yield potential due to the lack of soil 
moisture. The average temperature was the same as the previous week at 75 
degrees. Topsoil moisture as of Friday, June 30, was rated 5 percent very short, 
31 percent short, 59 percent adequate, and 5 percent surplus. Subsoil moisture 
was rated 3 percent very short, 29 percent short, 63 percent adequate, and 5 
percent surplus. With the lack of rain, fieldwork for the week ending June 30, 
averaged 5.8 days out of a possible 7 days. The majority of fieldwork included 
wheat combining, soybean planting, cultivating tobacco, baling hay, and mowing 
pastures where needed.

TOBACCO: Most of the tobacco crop throughout the State has limited disease 
presence. However, increased blue mold is affecting the tobacco crop in some 
eastern and central counties. Black shank and flea beetles were also reported in 
the eastern part of the State. The tobacco condition was rated 1 percent very 
poor, 3 percent poor, 18 percent fair, 59 percent good, and 19 percent 
excellent. As of Sunday, July 2, 52 percent of transplants were under 12 inches 
in height, 35 percent 12-24 inches in height, and 13 percent were over 24 
inches.

CORN: Some corn began twisting from lack of moisture. The condition of the corn 
was rated 1 percent very poor, 3 percent poor, 16 percent fair, 42 percent good, 
and 38 percent excellent. Forty-nine percent of the corn has silked or was 
silking as of Sunday, July 2, well ahead of last year’s 37 percent, and the 
5-year average of 41 percent.

SOYBEANS: As of Sunday, July 2, 97 percent of the soybeans have been planted, 
well ahead of both last year’s 82 percent, and the 5-year average of 81 percent. 
Soybean blooming was at 18 percent, well behind last year’s 33 percent, but just 
ahead of the 5-year average of 14 percent. The soybean condition was rated 1 
percent very poor, 4 percent poor, 20 percent fair, 54 percent good, and 21 
percent excellent. The soybean crop has been least affected by the dry weather 
but still needs additional rain, especially for germination of recently planted 
double crop soybeans.

SMALL GRAINS: Winter wheat harvested was 95 percent completed as of Sunday, July 
2, just ahead of last year’s 92 percent, and the 5-year average of 89 percent. 
Optimism for excellent wheat yields and grain quality remain high.

OTHER CROPS: The dry weather has allowed farmers windows of opportunity to bale 
and haul hay. The second cutting of hay is well underway statewide. Pasture 
condition deteriorated due to lack of rainfall. Pasture condition as of Friday, 
June 30 was rated 1 percent very poor, 7 percent poor, 32 percent fair, 47 
percent good, and 13 percent excellent.
---
Kentucky Weather Summary
For the Period June 26 to July 02, 2006

Near Normal Temperatures and Below Normal Rainfall: 

After seeing benefitial rainfall the previous week, below normal rainfall fell 
across the Commonwealth this past week.  A stationary front established itself 
across Eastern Kentucky bringing scattered showers to east and central portions 
of the state.  By mid-week a weak cold front moved through bringing showers to 
the northern portion of Kentucky and above normal temperatures to the west.  
Over the weekend high pressure had settled in and hot, dry conditions were 
present.  There were unoffical reports of isolated rainfall totals of 1 to 2 
inches in far Eastern Kentucky early in the work week.  Temperatures were near 
normal during the work week and above normal during the weekend.

Temperatures for the period averaged 75 degrees across the state which was near 
normal and the same as last weeks average.  High temperatures averaged from 88 
in the West to 85 in the East. Departure from normal high temperatures ranged 
from near normal in the West to near normal in the East. Low temperatures 
averaged from 64 degrees in the West to 63 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 high temperatures were in the low to mid 90s 
with extreme low temperatures in the mid 50s.

Precipitation (liq. equ.) for the period totaled 0.19 inches statewide which was 
0.75 inches below normal. Precipitation totals by climate division, West 0.16 
inches, Central 0.25 inches, Bluegrass 0.23 inches and East 0.12 inches, which 
was 0.71, 0.72, 0.70 and 0.85 inches respectively below normal. By station, 
precipitation totals ranged from a low of 0.00 inches at Berea to a high of 0.89 
inches at Grayson. 
---
Kentucky Crop and Weather Report
Issued 4:00 P.M., June 26, 2006 TNS 14-06

AGRICULTURAL NEWS: The State received scattered rains last week, which 
helped the crops in some areas. For the week the western part of the State 
remains short of rain. The central, bluegrass and eastern parts of the 
State received average and above average amounts respectively. Topsoil 
moisture as of Friday, June 23, was rated 5 percent very short, 22 percent 
short, 56 percent adequate, and 17 percent surplus. Subsoil moisture was 
rated 6 percent very short, 21 percent short, 64 percent adequate, and 9 
percent surplus. With intermittent rain, fieldwork for the week ending June 
23, averaged 4.6 days out of a possible 7 days. The majority of fieldwork 
included baling and hauling hay, intermittent small grain harvest, and side 
dressing of tobacco.

TOBACCO: Most of the tobacco crop shows only limited disease presence. There 
have been reports of blue mold in several of the central and the east central 
counties of the State. Most of the blue mold problem seems to stem from infected 
plants from out of state. The general appearance of the crop is excellent at 
this time. The tobacco condition was rated 3 percent poor, 18 percent fair, 64 
percent good, and 15 percent excellent. As of Sunday, June 25, 67 percent of 
transplants were under 12 inches in height, 26 percent 12-24 inches in height, 
and 7 percent were over 24 inches.

CORN: The corn crop in western Kentucky needs rain to complement the natural 
rise in the seasonal temperature. There was one report of heavy damage because 
of an isolated hailstorm in Daviess county. The condition of the corn was rated 
3 percent poor, 13 percent fair, 51 percent good, and 33 percent excellent. 
Twenty percent of the corn has tasseled or is tasseling as of Sunday, June 25, 
well ahead of last year’s 14 percent, but behind the five year average of 28 
percent. Eight percent of the corn has silked or was silking as of Sunday, June 
25, this was the same as last year, but behind the five-year average of 15 
percent.

SOYBEANS: As of Sunday, June 25, 98 percent of the single-crop soybeans were 
planted, behind the 100 percent of last year, but ahead of the five-year average 
of 94 percent. The percent of double-crop soybeans planted was at 56 percent, 
just behind both last year’s 62 percent and the five-year average of 58 percent. 
The total crop planted is approximately 88 percent. The percent of planted 
soybeans emerged was 91 percent, just behind last year’s 93 percent, but well 
ahead of the five-year average of 75 percent. There were no reports of soybeans 
blooming this week. The soybean condition was rated 2 percent poor, 27 percent 
fair, 53 percent good, and 18 percent excellent. The average soybean emerged 
height as of Sunday June 25 was 8 inches, just behind last year’s average of 12 
inches.

SMALL GRAINS: Wheat combining was 62 percent complete as of Sunday, June 25, 
just ahead of last year’s 60 percent, but behind the five year average of 65 
percent. Barley harvested was 94 percent complete as of Sunday, June 25, behind 
both last year and the five-year average of 97 percent. Excellent wheat yields 
are anticipated across the wheat growing areas. Showers have delayed some wheat 
harvesting.

OTHER CROPS: Farmers were dodging intermittent showers to bale and haul hay. 
Sorghum planting at 91 percent, is slightly behind both last year’s 94 percent, 
and the five-year average of 93 percent. Pasture conditions as of Friday, June 
23 was rated 1 percent very poor, 6 percent poor, 25 percent fair, 54 percent 
good, and 14 percent excellent.
---
Kentucky Weather Summary
For the Period June 19 to June 25, 2006

Above Normal Temperatures and Near Normal Rainfall:

After 3 weeks of below normal rainfall, a stationary front remained in the area 
for the entire week bringing with it showers and thunderstorms to the 
Commonwealth.  The central and east portions of Kentucky saw the biggest benefit 
with above normal precipitation while Bluegrass area was near normal and the 
west below normal.  Temperatures during the period were above normal for most of 
the state during the work week with near normal to below normal temperatures 
over the weekend.  

Temperatures for the period averaged 75 degrees across the state which was 1 
degree above normal and 5 degrees above last weeks average. High temperatures 
averaged from 88 in the West to 84 in the East. Departure from normal high 
temperatures ranged from near normal in the West to near 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 2 degrees above normal in the 
West to 1 degrees above normal in the East.  Extreme high temperatures were in 
the low 90s with extreme low temperatures in the low 50s.

Precipitation (liq. equ.) for the period totaled 0.85 inches statewide which was 
0.04 inches below normal. Precipitation totals by climate division, West 0.41 
inches, Central 1.09 inches, Bluegrass 0.84 inches and East 1.07 inches, which 
was -0.45, +0.17, -0.04 and +0.16 inches respectively from normal. By station, 
precipitation totals ranged from a low of 0.00 inches at Cumberland Gap to a 
high of 1.98 inches at Jackson. 
---
Kentucky Crop and Weather Report
Issued 4:00 P.M., June 19, 2006 TNS 13-06

AGRICULTURAL NEWS: Rain is needed in some areas to maintain crop development and 
to improve crop conditions. Crops are starting to lose yield potential due to 
the lack of soil moisture. The State received scattered rains last week, which 
helped the crops in some areas, but other areas still need a soaking rain. 
Topsoil moisture as of Friday, June 16, was rated 4 percent very short, 24 
percent short, 67 percent adequate, and 5 percent surplus. Subsoil moisture was 
rated 4 percent very short, 24 percent short, 66 percent adequate, and 6 percent 
surplus. With intermittent rain, fieldwork for the week ending June 16, averaged 
5.8 days out of a possible 7 days. The majority of fieldwork included baling and 
hauling hay, small grain harvest, and some late tobacco setting.

TOBACCO: Most of the tobacco crop throughout the State has limited disease 
presence. There were reports of both black shank in the western part of the 
State and blue mold in the eastern central part of the State. There were reports 
of late setting of tobacco in the west. The general appearance of the crop is 
excellent at this time. The tobacco condition was rate 2 percent poor, 18 
percent fair, 65 percent good, and 15 percent excellent. As of Sunday, June 18, 
77 percent of transplants were under 12 inches in height, 19 percent 12-24 
inches in height, and 4 percent were over 24 inches. Burley tobacco acreage set 
was 92 percent, compared to 93 percent for 2005, and 86 percent for the five 
year average. Dark tobacco acreage set was also 92 percent, compared to 97 
percent for 2005, and 91 percent for the five year average.

CORN: The corn crop in many areas would benefit from rain. There was a report of 
corn leaves rolling up to conserve moisture. The condition of the corn was rated 
1 percent very poor, 3 percent poor, 18 percent fair, 50 percent good, and 28 
percent excellent. Seven percent of the corn has tasseled or is tasseling as of 
Sunday, June 18, well ahead of last year’s 2 percent, but behind the five year 
average of 10 percent. Two percent of the corn has silked or was silking as of 
Sunday, June 18, but behind the five-year average of 3 percent.

SOYBEANS: As of Sunday, June 18, 97 percent of the single-crop soybeans have 
been planted, ahead of both the 96 percent of last year, and the five-year 
average of 86 percent. The percent of double-crop soybeans planted was at 41 
percent, well ahead of last year’s 11 percent and the five-year average of 20 
percent. The total crop planted was 84 percent, slightly behind last year’s 88 
percent, but ahead of the five-year average of 74 percent. The percent of 
planted soybeans emerged was 77, well behind last years 84 percent, but ahead of 
the five-year average of 66 percent. The soybean condition was rated 3 percent 
poor, 32 percent fair, 50 percent good, and 15 percent excellent. The average 
soybean emerged height as of Sunday June 18 was 6 inches, behind last year’s 9 
inches, but equal to the five-year average. The soybean crop has been least 
affected by the intermittent dry weather, but recently planted double-crop 
soybeans need rain soon for germination and growth.

SMALL GRAINS: Wheat harvested was 45 percent completed as of Sunday, June 18, 
well ahead of last year’s 13 percent, and the five year average of 27 percent. 
Barley harvested was 89 percent completed as of Sunday, June 18, ahead of both 
last year’s 86 percent, and the five-year average of 88 percent. The mild winter 
and favorable spring created conditions for excellent wheat yields.

OTHER CROPS: Farmers were dodging intermittent showers to bale and haul hay. 
Sorghum planting at 87 percent, is slightly behind last year’s 90 percent, but 
ahead of the five-year average of 82 percent. Thirty percent of the second 
alfalfa cutting has been completed as of Sunday, June 18. For the second cutting 
of hay it was hard to get enough extended dry periods. There were several 
reports of hay being baled wet. Pasture conditions as of Friday, June 16 was 
rated 1 percent very poor, 5 percent poor, 25 percent fair, 55 percent good, and 
14 percent excellent.
---
Kentucky Climate Summary
For the Period June 12 to June 18, 2006

Below Normal Temperatures and Below Normal Rainfall:

The work week started out cool and wet with showers and 
thunderstorms statewide. Weather conditions dried on Tuesday but 
continued cool. Warm, muggy weather conditions occurred on 
Thursday as high pressure moved east of the Commonwealth and 
continued through most of the weekend...which ended with 
widespread showers late Sunday.

Temperatures for the period averaged 70 degrees across the state 
which was 3 degrees below normal. High temperatures averaged from 
84 in the West to 82 in the East. Departure from normal high 
temperatures ranged from 3 degrees below normal in the West to 1 
degree 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 4 degrees below normal in the 
West to 6 degrees below normal in the East. Extreme high 
temperatures were in the low 90s and extreme low temperatures 
were in the low 50s.

Precipitation (liq. equ.) for the period totaled 0.67 inches 
statewide which was 0.22 inches below normal. Precipitation 
totals by climate division, West 1.01 inches, Central 0.74 
inches, Bluegrass 0.38 inches and East 0.55 inches, which was 
+0.15, -0.18, -0.50 and -0.37 inches respectively from normal. By 
station, precipitation totals ranged from a low of 0.00 inches at 
Campbellsville to a high of 2.61 inches at Paducah.
---
Kentucky Crop and Weather Report
Issued 4:00 P.M., June 12, 2006 RPT 12-06

AGRICULTURAL NEWS: Mostly cool and dry weather early in the week gave way 
to more summer like conditions at the end of the week. Planting soybeans, 
setting tobacco making hay and clipping pastures were the major farm 
activities. Days suitable for fieldwork averaged 5.4 out of a possible 7. 
Precipitation for the week totaled 0.43 inches statewide, which was 0.46 
inches below normal. Northern and Central Kentucky received most of the 
moisture. Average temperature across Kentucky was 69 degrees, 3 degrees 
below normal. Topsoil moisture as of Friday, June 9 was rated 3 percent 
very short, 18 percent short, 71 percent adequate and 8 percent surplus. 
Subsoil moisture was rated 4 percent very short, 16 percent short, 73 
percent adequate, and 7 percent surplus. Most crops were reported in good 
to excellent condition with few significant disease or pest problems at 
this point.

TOBACCO: Eighty-one percent of the burley tobacco was set as of Sunday June 
11, slightly behind last year’s 88 percent but ahead of the five year 
average of 78. Dark tobacco setting reached 82 percent complete, compared 
with 81 percent a year ago and the five year average of 79 percent. As of 
Sunday, June 11, 90 percent of transplants were under 12 inches in height, 
with 9 percent at 12-24 inches, and 1 percent over 24 inches high. Set 
tobacco was rated 2 percent poor, 18 percent fair, 67 percent good, and 13 
percent excellent. Blue mold continues to be a concern in Eastern and 
Central Kentucky with a few severe outbreaks.

CORN: Corn planting is complete except for some replanting and river bottom 
land too wet to plant yet. Almost all of the corn had emerged as of Sunday 
June 11. Corn condition was rated 1 percent very poor, 3 percent poor, 18 
percent fair, 50 percent good, and 28 percent excellent. Army worms and 
corn borers were a concern in isolated areas.

SOYBEANS: Soybeans were 82 percent planted as of Sunday June 11, similar to 
last year’s 84 percent but ahead of the five year average of 67 percent. 
About 62 percent of the planted acres had emerged, behind the 76 percent 
reported a year ago but above the average of 56. Soybean condition was 
rated 3 percent poor, 24 percent fair, 56 percent good, and 17 percent 
excellent.

SMALL GRAINS: As of Friday, June 9, wheat condition was rated 3 percent 
poor, 23 percent fair, 50 percent good, and 24 percent excellent. Harvest 
was 15 percent complete, well ahead of the 3 percent reported last year and 
the average of 7. Some wheat was being cut for hay. Barley harvest was 85 
percent complete, compared with 32 percent
last year, and the average of 55.

OTHER CROPS & PASTURE: Pastures were rated 1 percent very poor, 3 percent 
poor, 24 percent fair, 54 percent good, and 18 percent excellent. As of 
Sunday, June 11, 70 percent of the grain sorghum acreage had been planted 
which was well behind the 89 percent reported a year ago but similar to the
average of 71.

Kentucky Weather Summary
For the Period June 5 to June 11, 2006

Below Normal Temperatures and Below Normal Rainfall:

The week started cool and mostly dry with only isolated showers through 
Wednesday for the Commonwealth. Then temperatures warmed from mid-week into 
Saturday. Sunday was cool for the northern half of the state...warmer for 
the south due to a stalled frontal system. Several days with temperatures 
in the 90s occurred in the weatern half of the state...but the eastern half 
of the state didn't report any days with temperatures in the 90s. Most of 
the rainfall for the past week occurred in central and northern sections of 
the state with 1 to 2 inches of rainfall from showers and thunderstorms...
while many western locations didn't receive any rainfall the entire week.

Temperatures for the 7 day period averaged 69 degrees across the state 
which was 3 degrees below normal and 1 degrees warmer than the previous 
week. High temperatures averaged from 85 in the West to 81 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 58 degrees in the West to 55 degrees in the East. Departure from 
normal low temperature ranged from 4 degrees below normal in the West to 6 
degrees below normal in the East. Extreme high temperatures were in the
low 90s and extreme low temperatures were in the upper 40s.

Precipitation (liq. equ.) for the period totaled 0.43 inches statewide 
which was 0.46 inches below normal. Precipitation totals by climate 
division, West 0.05 inches, Central 0.38 inches, Bluegrass 0.82 inches and 
East 0.48 inches, which was 0.81, 0.54, 0.06 and 0.44 inches respectively 
below normal. By station, precipitation totals ranged from a low of 0.00 
inches at Bowling Green, Paduach and Princeton...to a high of 1.68 inches 
at Williamstown. 

---
Kentucky Crop and Weather Report
Issued 4:00 P.M., June 5, 2006 RPT 11-06

AGRICULTURAL NEWS: Mid-week showers slowed fieldwork over Central and Western 
Kentucky, hampering fieldwork and making hay harvest difficult. Days suitable 
for fieldwork averaged 4.1 out of a possible 7. Precipitation for the week 
totaled 0.89 inches statewide, which was 0.07 inches below normal. Average 
temperature across Kentucky was 73 degrees, 3 degrees above normal. Topsoil 
moisture as of Friday, June 2 was rated 2 percent very short, 9 percent short, 
70 percent adequate and 19 percent surplus. Subsoil moisture was rated 2 percent 
very short, 14 percent short, 72 percent adequate, and 12 percent surplus. Small 
grain fields continue to have problems with lodging. Major field activities 
included planting soybeans, setting tobacco and cutting hay. Small grain harvest 
was getting
underway.

TOBACCO: Setting progressed rapidly when field conditions permitted with 68 
percent of the burley tobacco set as of Sunday June 4. This is slightly behind 
last year’s 72 percent but ahead of the five year average of 63. Dark tobacco 
setting reached 53 percent complete, well behind the 74 percent recorded a year 
ago and the five year average of 65 percent. As of Sunday, June 4, 97 percent of 
transplants were under 12 inches in height, with just 3 percent 12-24 inches 
high. Set tobacco was rated 2 percent poor, 21 percent fair, 65 percent good, 
and 12 percent excellent. Blue mold has been detected in a few Central and 
Eastern Kentucky greenhouses, with some concern that set plants in limited areas
may also have the disease.

CORN: Corn planting is virtually complete. Producers may reseed a few flooded 
fields and there may be a few more fields to plant in northern Kentucky. About 
94 percent of the corn had emerged, slightly behind last year’s 97 percent but 
above the five year average of 89 percent. The average emerged corn height was 
19 inches, with the most advanced fields at 32 inches in height. Corn condition 
was rated 1 percent very poor, 4 percent poor, 14 percent fair, 55 percent good, 
and 26 percent excellent. No major pest problems were
reported.

SOYBEANS: Soybeans were 68 percent planted as of Sunday June 4, trailing last 
year’s 80 percent but above the five year average of 55 percent. About 46 
percent of the planted acres had emerged, behind the 72 percent reported a year 
ago but close to the average of 45. Soybean condition was rated 6 percent poor, 
19 percent fair, 53 percent good, and
22 percent excellent.

SMALL GRAINS: As of Friday, June 2, winter wheat condition was rated 2 percent 
poor, 23 percent fair, 51 percent good, and 24 percent excellent. Continued wet 
weather caused some concern with grain quality. Lodging is becoming more of a 
concern with continued showers. Wheat harvest was getting underway and barley 
harvest was 20 percent complete, compared with 11 percent
last year, but behind the five year average of 27.

OTHER CROPS & PASTURE: Pastures were rated 3 percent poor, 27 percent fair, 52 
percent good, and 18 percent excellent. Quality of the hay harvested has been 
reduced due to poor curing conditions. As of Sunday, June 4, 57 percent of the 
grain sorghum acreage had been planted which was well behind the 81 percent 
reported a year ago and trailed the average of 61.

Kentucky Weather Summary
For the Period May 29 to June 4, 2006

Above Normal Temperatures and Slightly Below Normal Rainfall:

Very mild, dry conditions started out the work week thru mid-week. A cold
front approached the Commonwealth later on Wednesday...and by Thursday
the weather pattern changed to wet and cool...which lasted into the
start of the weekend. Drier conditions returned with near normal
temperatures on Saturday and Sunday. Scattered showers occurred in the
west and south on Sunday.

Temperatures for the period averaged 73 degrees across the state which was 
3 degrees above normal. High temperatures averaged from 85 in the West to 
84 in the East. Departure from normal high temperatures ranged from near 
normal in the West to 4 degrees above normal in the East. Low temperatures 
averaged from 64 degrees in the West to 62 degrees in the East. Departure 
from normal low temperature ranged from 4 degrees above normal in the West 
to 2 degrees above normal in the East.

Precipitation (liq. equ.) for the period totaled 0.89 inches statewide 
which was 0.07 inches below normal. Precipitation totals by climate 
division, West 1.40 inches, Central 0.93 inches, Bluegrass 0.46 inches and 
East 0.79 inches, which was +0.44, -0.07, -0.48 and -0.17 inches 
respectively from normal. By station, precipitation totals ranged from a 
low of 0.01 inches at Quicksand to a high of 3.21 inches at Evansville. 

---
Kentucky Crop and Weather Report
Issued 4:00 P.M., May 30, 2006 RPT 10-06

AGRICULTURAL NEWS: Mid to late week storms dropped up to 7 inches of rain 
in a few areas of central Kentucky, slowing fieldwork and hay harvest. 
Storms were followed by very warm weather which promoted plant development. 
Temperatures were above normal for the first time in 3 weeks. Average 
temperature across Kentucky was 68 degrees, 1 degree above normal. 
Precipitation for the week totaled 1.23 inches statewide, which was 0.17 
inches above normal. Topsoil moisture as of Friday, May 26 was rated 1 
percent very short, 6 percent short, 69 percent adequate and 24 percent 
surplus. Subsoil moisture was rated 1 percent very short, 12 percent short, 
69 percent adequate, and 18 percent surplus. Days suitable for fieldwork 
averaged 4.5 out of a possible 7 days. Heavy rain caused some localized 
flooding, which washed out parts of fields. Wind associated with the storms 
caused some lodging in wheat and barley.

TOBACCO: Setting progressed rapidly when field conditions permitted with 47 
percent of the burley tobacco set as of Sunday May 28. This is slightly 
behind last year’s 48 percent but ahead of the five year average of 43. 
Dark tobacco setting reached 30 percent complete, well behind the 61 
percent recorded a year ago and the five year average of 47 percent. As of 
Friday, May 26 set tobacco was rated 1 percent poor, 20 percent fair, 70 
percent good, and 9 percent excellent. Most growers report few disease and 
insect problems so far, but blue mold was detected in a few transplants in 
Eastern Kentucky late in the week.

CORN: Corn planting is nearly complete except in the eastern and northern 
parts of Kentucky. Pro ducers had seeded 97 percent of their intended 
acreage as of Sunday, May 28, unchanged from last year, and ahead of the 
five year average of 90 percent. About 92 percent of the corn had emerged, 
slightly behind last year’s 93 percent but above the five year average of 
84 percent. The average emerged corn height was 15 inches, with the most 
advanced fields at 25 inches in height. Corn condition was rated 4 percent 
poor, 20 percent fair, 43 percent good, and 33 percent excellent. A few 
fields may need to be replanted after the heavy rain late in the week.

SOYBEANS: Soybeans were 50 percent planted as of Sunday May 28, trailing 
last year’s 75 percent but above the five year average of 44 percent. About 
25 percent of the planted acres had emerged, behind the 57 percent reported 
a year ago and the average of 34. Soybean condition was rated 6 percent 
poor, 27 percent fair, 48 percent good, and 19 percent excellent.

SMALL GRAINS: As of Friday, May 26, winter wheat condition was rated 2 
percent poor, 19 percent fair, 58 percent good, and 21 percent excellent. 
Disease and pest issues seem to be minor at this time. Heavy rains caused 
some lodging. Barley harvest was just underway in the southern part of the 
State.

OTHER CROPS & PASTURE: Pastures were rated 3 percent poor, 23 percent fair, 
55 percent good, and 19 percent excellent. Hay crops were rated 1 percent 
very poor, 4 percent poor, 28 percent fair, 51 percent good, and 16 percent 
excellent. Cool weather and heavy rains have delayed hay harvest. As of 
Sunday, May 28, 45 percent of the sorghum acreage had been planted compared 
to 57 percent last year at this time.

Kentucky Weather Summary
For the Period May 22 to 28, 2006

Above Normal Temperatures and Above Normal Rainfall:

The work week started out cool with temperatures in the upper 60s 
and low 70s and showers and thunderstorms in the west and 
southwest. By mid-week, a significant warming trend reversed  
May's near-record cool temperatures...and brought summer-like 
heat into the Commonwealth. Showers and severe thunderstorms 
ended the short dry spell with copious rainfall to many parts of 
the state on Thursday and Friday, especially central and south.

Temperatures for the week averaged 68 degrees across the state 
which was one degree above normal. High temperatures averaged 
from 85 in the West to 81 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 
59 degrees in the West to 54 degrees in the East. Departure from 
normal low temperature ranged from near normal in the West to 3 
degrees below normal in the East. Extreme high temperatures were 
in the low 90s and extreme low temperatures were in the upper 30s 
to low 40s. Western locations received 5 days with high 
temperatures near or above 90 degrees. Eastern northern locations 
reported only 1 day in the upper 80s to near 90 degrees.

Precipitation (liq. equ.) for the period totaled 1.23 inches 
statewide which was 0.17 inches above normal. Precipitation 
totals by climate division, West 1.25 inches, Central 1.32 
inches, Bluegrass 1.18 inches and East 1.17 inches, which was 
0.15, 0.21, 0.16 and 0.17 inches respectively above normal. By 
station, precipitation totals ranged from a low of 0.00 inches at 
Mayfield to a high of 4.00 inches at Hardinsburg. 

---
Kentucky Crop and Weather Report
Issued 4:00 P.M., May 22, 2006 SAL 9-06

AGRICULTURAL NEWS: Planting and crop development continued to be hampered 
by cloudy, cool, weather. Rainfall was below normal across the State, 
however sprinkles, light showers, and isolated thunderstorms prevented some 
fieldwork. Temperatures were below normal during the week, averaging 59 
degrees across the State, 8 degrees below normal. Precipitation for the 
week totaled 0.62 inches statewide, which was 0.44 inches below normal. 
Topsoil moisture as of Friday, May 19 was rated 3 percent short, 68 percent 
adequate and 29 percent surplus. Subsoil moisture was rated 1 percent very 
short, 8 percent short, 69 percent adequate, and 22 percent surplus. Days 
suitable for fieldwork averaged 2.6 out of a possible 7 days.

TOBACCO: Twenty-three percent of the burley tobacco has been set, slightly 
behind last year and the five year average. Fifteen percent of the dark 
tobacco was set, 17 percent behind last year, and progress also lagged the 
five year average of 28 percent. As of Friday, May 19, set tobacco was 
rated 2 percent poor, 38 percent fair, 57 percent good, and 3 percent 
excellent. Some farmers report cold injury to their tobacco plants, and 
needed the ground to dry in order to continue setting.

ROW CROPS: Corn producers have seeded 95 percent of their acres, as of 
Sunday, May 21, compared to 94 percent last year, and 85 percent for the 
five year average. Crop emergence was reported at 81 percent, behind last 
year’s 83 percent and above the five year average of 76 percent. The 
average emerged corn height was 9 inches, with the most advanced height at 
15 inches. Corn condition was rated 4 percent poor, 27 percent fair, 54 
percent good, and 15 percent excellent. Soybeans were 26 percent planted, 
behind last years 62 percent and below the five year average of 34 percent. 
Farmers report some soybeans are in need of replanting.

SMALL GRAINS: As of Friday, May 19 winter wheat condition was rated 3 
percent poor, 26 percent fair, 53 percent good, and 18 percent excellent. 
Farmers report very little lodging in the small grains. Very little disease 
or insect problems have been reported in the small grains in spite of the 
cool, damp conditions. The winter wheat harvest is expected to begin June 
14, and barley on June 7.

OTHER CROPS & PASTURE: Pasture condition was rated 1 percent very poor, 3 
percent poor, 21 percent fair, 57 percent good, and 18 percent excellent. 
Hay crops were rated 1 percent very poor, 5 percent poor, 31 percent fair, 
50 percent good, and 13 percent excellent. As of Sunday, May 21, 40 percent 
of sorghum acreage had been planted compared to 39 percent last year at 
this time.

Kentucky Weather Summary
For the Period May 15 to 21, 2006

Below Normal Temperatures and Below Normal Rainfall:

The pesky, large low pressure system that stalled over northern 
Ohio Valley from the previous week continued to provide Kentucky 
with cloudy, very cool weather and, what folklorists call "Blackberry 
Winter," which is a return of cool temperatures when blackberry 
blooms are occurring in spring. Since the first of the month, 
Kentucky's cool temperatures were on track as the 2nd coolest May 
in the past 111 years, with only 1917's May temperatures cooler, 
so far. Yet, no frost occurred last week.

The difference this week was below normal rainfall for the 
Commonwealth, except for east-central and south-central sections 
of the state. Mostly sprinkles, light showers and isolated 
thunderstorms threaten many locations on 4 to 6 days. Storms went 
severe at midweek, causing damage and at least one death in the 
state. 

Temperatures for the period averaged 59 degrees across the state 
which was 8 degrees below normal. High temperatures averaged from 
72 in the West to 69 in the East. Departure from normal high 
temperatures ranged from 10 degrees below normal in the West to 
8 degrees below normal in the East. Low temperatures averaged 
from 50 degrees in the West to 48 degrees in the East. Departure 
from normal low temperature ranged from 7 degrees below normal in 
the West to 8 degrees below normal in the East. Extreme high
temperatures were near 80 and extreme low temperatures were in
the low 40's

Precipitation (liq. equ.) for the period totaled 0.62 inches 
statewide which was 0.44 inches below normal. Precipitation 
totals by climate division, West 0.63 inches, Central 0.49 
inches, Bluegrass 0.94 inches and East 0.42 inches, which was 
0.48, 0.62, 0.08 and 0.59 inches respectively below normal. By 
station, precipitation totals ranged from a low of 0.08 inches at 
Cumberland Gap to a high of 1.50 inches at Covington. 
---
Kentucky Crop & Weather Report
Issued 4:00 P.M., May 15, 2006 SAL 8-06

AGRICULTURAL NEWS: Cloudy, cool, wet weather allowed for limited planting 
and crop development. Temperatures were below normal during the week, 
averaging 59 degrees across the State, 5 degrees below normal. 
Precipitation for the week totaled 0.94 inches statewide, which was 0.05 
inches below normal. Topsoil moisture as of Friday, May 12 was rated 5 
percent short, 64 percent adequate and 31 percent surplus. Subsoil moisture 
was rated 2 percent very short, 11 percent short, 70 percent adequate, and 
17 percent surplus. Days suitable for fieldwork averaged 2.4 out of a 
possible 7 days.

TOBACCO: Twelve percent of the burley tobacco was set, slightly ahead of 
last year and on par with the five year average. Six percent of the dark 
tobacco was set, 1 percent below last year, and behind the five year 
average of 12 percent. As of Friday, May 12, Set tobacco was rated at 1 
percent poor, 23 percent fair, 65 percent good, and 11 percent excellent. 
Tobacco producers were anxious for the fields to dry from the rain to 
continue tobacco setting.

ROW CROPS: Corn producers have seeded 88 percent of their acres, as of 
Sunday, May 14, compared to 92 percent last year, and 80 percent for the 
five year average. Crop emergence was reported at 76 percent, ahead of last 
years 65 percent and above the five year average of 66 percent. Corn 
condition was rated 1 percent very poor, 4 percent poor, 21 percent fair, 
50 percent good, and 24 percent excellent. Soybeans were 18 percent planted 
behind last years 39 percent and below the five year average of 23 percent.

SMALL GRAINS: As of Friday, May 12, winter wheat condition was rated 2 
percent very poor, 3 percent poor, 20 percent fair, 52 percent good, and 23 
percent excellent. Some farmers report that the cool, wet weather has 
increased the disease level in the winter wheat crop, and rains have 
prevented spraying for disease.

OTHER CROPS & PASTURE: Pasture condition was rated 3 percent poor, 22 
percent fair, 55 percent good, and 20 percent excellent. Hay crops 
condition was rated 1 percent very poor, 5 percent poor, 28 percent fair, 
49 percent good, and 17 percent excellent. As of Sunday, May 14, 22 percent 
of sorghum acreage had been planted compared to 28 percent last year at 
this time. Strawberry growers reported 43 percent of their berries as 
small, 43 percent as medium, and 14 percent as large.

Kentucky Weather Summary
For the Period May 8 to 14, 2006

Below Normal Temperatures and Near Normal Rainfall:

It was a cloudy, cool, wet week as a very strong low pressure system 
stalled over the northern Ohio Valley for most of the week. The first 
couple of days of the work week were dry with mild temperatures. Cooler 
temperatures dominated the remainder of the week with scattered to numerous 
showers through Sunday.

Temperatures for the period averaged 59 degrees across the state which was 
5 degrees below normal. High temperatures averaged from 68 in the West to 
67 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 51 degrees in the West to 50 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. Extreme high 
temperatures were in the mid 70s and extreme low temperatures were in the 
40s.

Precipitation (liq. equ.) for the period totaled 0.94 inches statewide 
which was near (-0.05) normal. Precipitation totals by climate division, 
West 1.10 inches, Central 0.97 inches, Bluegrass 0.75 inches and East 0.92 
inches, which was +0.09, -0.12, -0.20 and -0.01 inches respectively from 
normal. By station, precipitation totals ranged from a low of 0.06 inches 
at Cumberland Gap to a high of 2.41 inches at Cape Girardeau. 
---
Kentucky Crop & Weather Report
Issued 4:00 P.M., May 8, 2006 SKB 7-06

AGRICULTURAL NEWS: Temperatures were near normal during the week, averaging 
63 degrees across the State. Precipitation for the week totaled 0.83 inches 
statewide, which was 0.23 inches below normal. Topsoil moisture as of 
Friday, May 5 was rated 1 percent very short, 3 percent short, 73 percent 
adequate and 23 percent surplus. Subsoil moisture was rated 2 percent very 
short, 10 percent short, 76 percent adequate, and 12 percent surplus. Days 
suitable for fieldwork averaged 3.5 out of a possible 7 days. Main farming 
activities for the week included planting corn and soybeans, setting 
tobacco, tending livestock, and cutting hay.

TOBACCO: Five percent of the burley tobacco was set, slightly ahead of last 
year and on par with the five year average. One percent of the dark tobacco 
was set, the same as last year, but behind the five year average of 4 
percent. As of Sunday, May 7, 20 percent of tobacco plants were less than 2 
inches in height, 40 percent were 2 to 4 inches, and 40 percent were larger 
than 4 inches. Ninety-seven percent of farmers report adequate tobacco 
plants for setting.

ROW CROPS: Corn planting was nearing completion with 85 percent planted as 
of Sunday, May 7, ahead of both last year and the five year average. 
Seventy percent of the crop had emerged, also ahead of last year and the 
five year average. Corn condition was rated 2 percent poor, 11 percent 
fair, 56 percent good, and 31 percent excellent. Soybean planting increased 
to 12 percent over the past week, slightly behind last year and the five 
year average.

SMALL GRAINS: Eighty-five percent of the winter wheat crop was in the 
heading stage as of Sunday, May 7, which is a week ahead of schedule. Some 
farmers report disease problems developing and have sprayed fungicides. As 
of Friday, May 5 winter wheat condition was rated 1 percent poor, 18 
percent fair, 53 percent good, and 28 percent excellent.

OTHER CROPS & PASTURE: Pasture condition was rated 3 percent poor, 21 
percent fair, 57 percent good, and 19 percent excellent. Hay crops 
condition was rated 1 percent very poor, 4 percent poor, 22 percent fair, 
55 percent good, and 18 percent excellent. Some farmers reported cutting 
their first crop of hay in the past week.


Kentucky Weather Summary
For the Period May 1 to 7, 2006

Near Normal Temperatures and Below Normal Rainfall:

For the first full week of May, rainfall was quite variable with 
most locations receiving at least 3 days of measurable amounts 
...and some western areas receiving rainfall 6 out of 7 days 
(ie., Paducah). For the remainder of the state, most locations 
were dry on Wednesday, Friday and Saturday. Mid-week was very warm 
with temperatures in the mid 70's to low 80's... with both ends 
of the period closer to normal temperatures. The western section 
of the state was considerably wetter than the remainder of the 
Commonwealth.

Temperatures for the week averaged 63 degrees across the state 
which was near normal. High temperatures averaged from 73 in the 
West to 72 in the East. Departure from normal high temperatures 
ranged from 5 degrees below normal in the West to near normal in 
the East. Low temperatures averaged from 53 degrees in the West 
to 53 degrees in the East. Departure from normal low temperature 
ranged from 1 degree above normal in the West to 1 degree above 
normal in the East.

Precipitation (liq. equ.) for the period totaled 0.83 inches 
statewide which was 0.23 inches below normal. Precipitation 
totals by climate division, West 1.57 inches, Central 0.77 
inches, Bluegrass 0.64 inches and East 0.35 inches, which was 
+0.46, -0.34, -0.39 and -0.66 inches respectively from normal. By 
station, precipitation totals ranged from a low of 0.08 inches at 
Huntington to a high of 3.12 inches at Paducah. 

---
Kentucky Crop & Weather Report
Issued 4:00 P.M., May 1, 2006 SKB 6-06

AGRICULTURAL NEWS: Temperatures were only slightly higher than normal, 
averaging 60 degrees across the State. Precipitation for the week totaled 
0.88 inches statewide, which was 0.10 inches below normal. Topsoil moisture 
as of Friday, April 28 was rated 3 percent short, 78 percent adequate and 
19 percent surplus. Subsoil moisture was rated 2 percent very short, 11 
percent short, 73 percent adequate, and 14 percent surplus. Days suitable 
for fieldwork averaged 3.8 out of a possible 7 days. Main farming 
activities for the week included caring for tobacco float beds and 
preparing the ground for tobacco setting, repairing fences and barns, and 
corn and soybean planting. Farmers indicate that nitrogen supplies in their 
area are at 96 percent of normal.

TOBACCO: Burley tobacco setting has just begun, and is slightly ahead of 
last year. No dark tobacco setting was reported. As of Sunday, April 30, 43 
percent of tobacco plants were less than 2 inches in height, 35 percent 
were 2 to 4 inches, and 22 percent were larger than 4 inches.

ROW CROPS: Planting progress slowed down this week due to a large number of 
days with precipitation. However, corn planting continued ahead of schedule 
with 72 percent of the intended acreage planted as of Sunday, April 30 
compared to 69 percent last year and 66 percent for the five year average. 
The crop was 45 percent emerged as of Sunday, ahead of both last year and 
the five year average. Corn was rated 1 percent very poor, 1 percent poor, 
18 percent fair, 58 percent good, and 22 percent excellent. Soybean 
planting made limited progress, but was on par with last year and the five 
year average at 6 percent.

SMALL GRAINS: Sixty percent of the winter wheat crop was in the heading 
stage as of Sunday, April 30, which is almost a week ahead of schedule. As 
of Friday, April 28 winter wheat condition was rated 2 percent poor, 20 
percent fair, 50 percent good, and 28 percent excellent.

OTHER CROPS & PASTURE: Pasture condition was rated 4 percent poor, 25 
percent fair, 53 percent good, and 18 percent excellent. Hay crops 
condition was rated 1 percent very poor, 4 percent poor, 24 percent fair, 
55 percent good, and 16 percent excellent. Farmers reported wet weather 
limited spraying for alfalfa weevil.

Kentucky Weather Summary
For the Period April 24 to April 30, 2006

Above Normal Temperatures and Near Normal Rainfall:

A low pressure system and associated cold front provided showers and 
scattered thunderstorms for the Commonwealth for the first few days of the 
work week along with temperatures in the 70's. After passage of the cold 
front, cooler temperatures in the upper 50's and low 60's and drier weather 
dominated the Bluegrass state. Mild temperatures returned by Friday and
the weekend with a slow, soaking rain on Sunday. 

Temperatures for the period averaged 60 degrees across the state which was 
1 degree above normal. High temperatures averaged from 71 in the West to 71 
in the East. Departure from normal high temperatures ranged from 1 degrees 
below normal in the West to 2 degrees above normal in the East. Low 
temperatures averaged from 51 degrees in the West to 49 degrees in the 
East. Departure from normal low temperature near normal normal in the West 
to near normal in the East. Extreme high temperatures were in the upper
70's and extreme low temperatures were in the mid to upper 30's.

Rainfall for the period totaled 0.88 inches statewide which was 0.10 
inches below normal. Precipitation totals by climate division, West 1.11 
inches, Central 1.03 inches, Bluegrass 0.93 inches and East 0.46 inches, 
which was +0.04, +0.02, -0.01 and -0.46 inches respectively from normal. By 
station, precipitation totals ranged from a low of 0.05 inches at 
Cumberland Gap to a high of 2.55 inches at Cape Girardeau. 

---
Kentucky Crop & Weather Report
Issued 4:00 P.M., April 24, 2006

AGRICULTURAL NEWS: The Commonwealth experienced above normal temperatures 
and above normal rainfall for the week. Temperatures averaged 65 degrees, 
which was 6 degrees above normal. Precipitation for the week totaled 1.47 
inches statewide, which was 0.48 inches above normal. Topsoil moisture as 
of Friday, April 21 was rated 1 percent very short, 9 percent short, 71 
percent adequate and 19 percent surplus. Subsoil moisture was rated 2 
percent very short, 16 percent short, 70 percent adequate, and 12 percent 
surplus. Days suitable for fieldwork averaged 3.9 out of a possible 7 days. 
Main farming activities for the week included planting corn and soybeans 
and preparing equipment for cutting hay.

TOBACCO: Ninety-six percent of tobacco plants are being grown in 
greenhouses compared to 4 percent in conventional beds. As of Sunday, April 
23, 54 percent of tobacco plants were less than 2 inches, 28 percent were 2 
to 4 inches, and 18 percent were larger than 4 inches.

ROW CROPS: Many producers feel that corn planting will be finished in the 
next week. Planting continued ahead of schedule with 70 percent of the 
intended acreage planted as of Sunday, April 23 compared to 54 percent last 
year and 52 percent for the five year average. With the above average 
temperatures and rainfall, 32 percent of the corn crop had emerged as of 
Sunday, also. Corn was rated 1 percent poor, 11 percent fair, 59 percent 
good, and 29 percent excellent. Soybean planting began last week with 5 
percent complete as of Sunday, April 23.

SMALL GRAINS: Twenty-five percent of the winter wheat crop was in the 
heading stage as of Sunday, April 23. As of Friday, April 21 winter wheat 
condition was rated 2 percent poor, 16 percent fair, 52 percent good, and 
30 percent excellent. Farmers report that the recent rain helped with 
winter wheat development.

OTHER CROPS & PASTURE: Pasture condition was rated 1 percent very poor, 4 
percent poor, 30 percent fair, 52 percent good, and 13 percent excellent. 
Farmers report May 8 as the expected first cutting date of alfalfa. As of 
Friday, April 21, strawberry condition was rated 3 percent poor, 23 percent 
fair, 63 percent good, and 11 percent excellent.

Kentucky Weather Summary
For the Period April 17 to 23, 2006

Above Normal Temperatures and Above Normal Rainfall:

Showers and thunderstorms were frequent over the past 7 days as
an upper-level low pressure system stalled near the Ohio Valley.
Most locations recorded dry days on Tuesday and during most of
the weekend. Very mild temperatures were the rule last week.
Extreme high temperatures were in the upper 70s to low 80s...
and extreme low temperatures were in the mid 40s.

Temperatures for the period averaged 65 degrees across the state 
which was 6 degrees above normal. High temperatures averaged from 
76 in the West to 74 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 
55 degrees in the West to 55 degrees in the East. Departure from 
normal low temperature ranged from 7 degrees above normal in the 
West to 8 degrees above normal in the East.

Precipitation (liq. equ.) for the period totaled 1.47 inches 
statewide which was 0.48 inches above normal. Precipitation 
totals by climate division, West 1.03 inches, Central 1.86 
inches, Bluegrass 1.67 inches and East 1.31 inches, which was 
-0.05, +0.85, +0.73 and +0.39 inches respectively from normal. 
Louisville received the greatest weekly rainfall total of 4.70 
inches...however, most of southern Kentucky received 2 to 3
inches over the entire area. Very few weather stations reported
less than an inch of rainfall for the week..(ie. Paducah, 0.64").

---
Kentucky Crop & Weather Report
Issued 4:00 P.M., April 17, 2006 NLB 4-06

AGRICULTURAL NEWS: Several days with temperatures near and exceeding 80 
degrees with above normal temperatures the entire week. Temperatures 
averaged 66 degrees, which was 10 degrees above normal. Precipitation for 
the week totaled 0.16 inches statewide, which was 0.82 inches below normal. 
Topsoil moisture as of Friday, April 14 was rated 1 percent very short, 14 
percent short, 74 percent adequate and 11 percent surplus. Subsoil moisture 
was rated 3 percent very short, 17 percent short, 71 percent adequate, and 
9 percent surplus. Days suitable for fieldwork averaged 5.4 out of a 
possible 7 days. Main farming activities for the week included seeding 
tobacco, corn planting, spreading manure, applying fertilizer, working 
livestock and fixing fences.

TOBACCO: Plant bed and greenhouse tobacco seeding was 86 percent complete 
by Sunday, April 16. This compared with 83 percent in 2005 and 88 percent 
for the five year average. Tobacco transplants had emerged on 68 percent of 
the seeded beds and flats, compared to 62 percent for both last year and 
the five year average. Tobacco transplants condition was rated 2 percent 
poor, 19 percent fair, 63 percent good, and 16 percent excellent.

CORN: Corn planting is going very well. Planting was ahead of schedule with 
29 percent of the intended acreage planted as of Sunday, April 16 compared 
to 18 percent last year and 30 percent for the five year average.

SMALL GRAINS: As of Friday, April 14 winter wheat condition was 2 percent 
poor, 14 percent fair, 61 percent good, and 23 percent excellent. Barley 
was rated 14 percent fair, 49 percent good, and 37 percent excellent. 
Farmers report that dry conditions are helping wheat crop.

OTHER CROPS & PASTURE: Pasture condition was rated 1 percent very poor, 7 
percent poor, 32 percent fair, 51 percent good, and 9 percent excellent. 
Farmers report pasture and hay fields are beginning to grow rapidly, with 
average alfalfa hay height at 9 inches.

Kentucky Weather Summary
For the Period April 10 to 16, 2006

Above Normal Temperatures and Below Normal Rainfall:

Several days with temperatures near and exceeding 80 degrees
with above normal temperatures the entire week. Less active
week for severe weather in Kentucky but storms were in the
Ohio Valley during the latter half of the week.

Temperatures for the period averaged 66 degrees across the state 
which was 10 degrees above normal. High temperatures averaged 
from 79 in the West to 78 in the East. Departure from normal high 
temperatures ranged from 8 degrees above normal in the West to 
14 degrees above normal in the East. Low temperatures averaged 
from 54 degrees in the West to 52 degrees in the East. Departure 
from normal low temperature ranged from 9 degrees above normal in 
the West to 8 degrees above normal in the East.

Precipitation (liq. equ.) for the period totaled 0.16 inches 
statewide which was 0.82 inches below normal. Precipitation 
totals by climate division, West 0.05 inches, Central 0.10 
inches, Bluegrass 0.34 inches and East 0.16 inches, which was 
1.03, 0.90, 0.60 and 0.76 inches respectively below normal. By 
station, precipitation totals ranged from a low of 0.00 inches at 
Buckhorn Lake to a high of 1.13 inches at Covington. 

---
Kentucky Crop & Weather Report
Issued 4:00 P.M., April 10, 2006 NLB 3-06

AGRICULTURAL NEWS: The week began dry and cool, but quickly warmed to the 
middle and upper 70s with severe storms and rain rolling in mid week 
through Friday. The weather dried out for the weekend, however, and was 
nearly perfect with sunny skies and light winds. Temperatures averaged 53 
degrees, which was near normal. Precipitation for the week totaled 1.26 
inches statewide, which was 0.28 inches above normal. Topsoil moisture as 
of Friday, April 7 was rated 6 percent short, 76 percent adequate and 18 
percent surplus. Subsoil moisture was rated 3 percent very short, 12 
percent short, 73 percent adequate, and 12 percent surplus. Days suitable 
for fieldwork averaged 3.9 out of a possible 7 days. Main farming 
activities for the week included seeding tobacco, corn planting, spreading 
manure, applying fertilizer, working livestock and fixing fences.

TOBACCO: Plant bed and greenhouse tobacco seeding was 80 percent complete 
by Sunday, April 9. This compared with 67 percent in 2005 and 75 percent 
for the five year average. Tobacco transplants had emerged on 47 percent of 
the seeded beds and flats, compared to 40 percent last year and
43 percent for the five year average.

CORN: Planting was ahead of schedule with 15 percent of the intended 
acreage planted as of Sunday, April 9 compared to 7 percent last year and 
14 percent for the five year average.

SMALL GRAINS: Winter wheat that was planted on schedule last fall is doing 
well. Farmers report average wheat height at 11 inches. As of Friday, April 
7 winter wheat condition was 1 percent poor, 17 percent fair, 57 percent 
good, and 25 percent excellent. Barley was rated 21 percent fair, 51 
percent good, and 28 percent excellent.

OTHER CROPS & PASTURE: Fruit trees were reported at 50 percent budding or 
in bloom, ahead of last year’s 48 percent but behind the five year average 
of 53 percent. Farmers report little or no freeze damage to early blooming 
fruits. Pasture condition was rated 1 percent very poor, 8 percent poor, 34 
percent fair, 47 percent good, and 10 percent excellent.

Kentucky Weather Summary
For the Period April 3 to 9, 2006

Near Normal Temperatures and Above Normal Rainfall:

The first half of the work week was dry and cool. Severe storms 
moved into western Kentucky on Thursday as a extensive low 
pressure system approached from the central plains...and 
redeveloped on Friday for the entire state as the low moved into 
and thru the Commonwealth. Tornadoes were reported near 
Louisville, Spencer county and Lawrenceburg in Anderson county. 
Saturday was cool and dry with warmer temperatures on Sunday.
This was the first week in the past four weeks with above normal
rainfall.

Temperatures for the period averaged 53 degrees across the state 
which was near normal. High temperatures averaged from 
67 in the West to 63 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 
44 degrees in the West to 42 degrees in the East. Departure from 
normal low temperature ranged from 1 degree above normal in the 
West to 1 degree above normal in the East.

Precipitation (liq. equ.) for the period totaled 1.26 inches 
statewide which was 0.28 inches above normal. Precipitation 
totals by climate division, West 0.62 inches, Central 1.55 
inches, Bluegrass 1.66 inches and East 1.24 inches, which was 
-0.45, +0.54, +0.72 and +0.32 inches respectively from normal. By 
station, precipitation totals ranged from a low of 0.00 inches at 
Buckhorn Lake to a high of 2.67 inches at Jackson. 

---
Kentucky Crop & Weather Report
Issued 4:00 P.M., April 3, 2006 NLB 2-06

AGRICULTURAL NEWS: The first week of April had a mix of cold and warm 
weather combined with lots of rain and a few areas of severe thunderstorms. 
Average temperatures across the State were 5 degrees above normal at 55 
degrees. Precipitation for the period totaled 0.51 inches statewide, which 
was 0.51 inches below normal. Topsoil moisture as of Friday, March 31 was 
rated 2 percent very short, 14 percent short, 71 percent adequate and 13 
percent surplus. Subsoil moisture was rated 4 percent very short, 16 
percent short, 70 percent adequate, and 10 percent surplus. Days suitable 
for fieldwork averaged 4.5 out of a possible 7 days. Main farming 
activities during the week included seeding tobacco, applying fertilizer, 
and preparing equipment for planting. Corn planting began in a few areas. 
Approximately 28 percent of plowing and field preparation for planting was 
reported as complete. Nitrogen fertilizer supplies were reported to meet 97 
percent of anticipated needs.

TOBACCO: Plant bed and greenhouse seeding was only 67 percent complete by 
Sunday, April 2. This was up 34 percent from last year.

SMALL GRAINS & LEGUMES: Despite a relatively wet winter, Kentucky’s winter 
wheat crop is in mostly good to excellent condition. Producers reported 2 
percent of the wheat lost due to winter kill. As of Sunday, April 2 winter 
wheat condition was 2 percent poor, 15 percent fair, 58 percent good, and 
25 percent excellent. Barley acreage lost to winter kill was reported as 1 
percent. Barley was rated 1 percent poor, 15 percent fair, 49 percent good, 
and 35 percent excellent. Losses to alfalfa and red clover stands were 4 
percent and 5 percent respectively.

PASTURE & LIVESTOCK: Pasture condition was rated 2 percent very poor, 16 
percent poor, 35 percent fair, 41 percent good, and 6 percent excellent. 
Only 25 percent of the current roughage requirements were being met from 
pastures. Some 81 percent of the state’s farms with livestock were still 
providing winter feed. Producers report that 23 percent of the winter hay 
supply was still on hand. Livestock were reported in mostly good condition.

Kentucky Weather Summary
For the Period March 27 to April 2, 2006

Above Normal Temperatures and Below Normal Rainfall:

The work week started off dry and cool. On Tuesday, a low 
pressure system moved across the state with light rainfall. Dry, 
warm conditions occurred Wednesday and Thurday. Showers and 
thunderstorms moved thru the Commonwealth on Friday and Sunday. 
Severe weather occurred with Sunday's storms.

Temperatures for the period averaged 55 degrees across the state 
which was 5 degrees above normal. High temperatures averaged from 
68 in the West to 68 in the East. Departure from normal high 
temperatures ranged from 2 degrees above normal in the West to 9 
degrees above normal in the East. Low temperatures averaged from 
43 degrees in the West to 44 degrees in the East. Departure from 
normal low temperature ranged from 3 degrees above normal in the 
West to 5 degrees above normal in the East. Extreme high temperatures
were in the low 80's and extreme low temperatures were in the
mid to upper 20's.

Precipitation (liq. equ.) for the period totaled 0.51 inches 
statewide which was 0.51 inches below normal. Precipitation 
totals by climate division, West 0.44 inches, Central 0.49 
inches, Bluegrass 0.80 inches and East 0.31 inches, which was 
0.67, 0.55, 0.18 and 0.64 inches respectively below normal. By 
station, precipitation totals ranged from a low of 0.00 inches at 
Buckhorn Lake to a high of 1.37 inches at Nashville. 
---
Kentucky Weather Summary
For the Period March 20 to 26, 2006

Below Normal Temperature and Below Normal Rainfall:

A low pressure system passed south of the Commonwealth at the start of the
work week which provided light snow for the northern half and light rain
mixed for sleet for the remainder of the state. High pressure took control
at mid-week which provided colder, drier weather throught Friday. An upper-
level trough over the eastern Carolina's on Saturday brought clouds and
mixed precipitation over the eastern half of Kentucky thru the afternoon
hours. Sunday had drier conditions with some sunshine. The latest Palmer
Drought Index indicated eastern Kentucky had returned to Moderate 
hydrologic drought with the remainder of the state closer to normal
hydrologic moisture conditions. This is the first week to average well
below normal temperatures in the past 4 weeks.

Temperatures for the period averaged 36 degrees across the state which was 
11 degrees below normal. High temperatures averaged from 45 in the West to 
44 in the East. Departure from normal high temperatures ranged from 18 
degrees below normal in the West to 13 degrees below normal in the East. Low 
temperatures averaged from 29 degrees in the West to 29 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.

Precipitation (liq. equ.) for the period totaled 0.48 inches statewide 
which was 0.56 inches below normal. Precipitation totals by climate 
division, West 0.76 inches, Central 0.56 inches, Bluegrass 0.27 inches and 
East 0.31 inches, which was 0.36, 0.49, 0.72 and 0.65 inches respectively 
below normal. By station, precipitation totals ranged from a low of 0.01 
inches at Mayfield to a high of 1.33 inches at Paducah. 
---
Kentucky Weather Summary
For the Period March 13 to 19, 2006

Above Normal Temperatures and Below Normal Rainfall:

The work week started off wet and very mild with temperatures in the 70's. 
Heavy rainfall from the previous weekend's storms lingered into Monday. The 
remainder of the week was mostly dry. Temperatures, on the other hand, 
cooled into Wednesday. Thursday was another very mild day across the 
Commonwealth with temperatures in the 60's. Friday through the weekend 
received cooler temperatures, closer to seasonal normal. Both Saturday
and Sunday mornings low temperatures in the 20's were the coolest of the
previous 7 days.

Temperatures for the period averaged 47 degrees across the state which was 
2 degrees above normal. High temperatures averaged from 58 in the West to 
57 in the East. Departure from normal high temperatures ranged from 2 
degrees below normal in the West to 3 degrees above normal in the East. Low 
temperatures averaged from 39 degrees in the West to 38 degrees in the 
East. Departure from normal low temperature ranged from 4 degrees abvoe 
normal in the West to 4 degrees above normal in the East. Extreme high 
temperatures were in the mid to upper 70's and extreme low temperatures 
were in the low to mid 20's.

Precipitation (liq. equ.) for the period totaled 0.73 inches statewide 
which was 0.30 inches below normal. Precipitation totals by climate 
division, West 0.34 inches, Central 0.90 inches, Bluegrass 0.83 inches and 
East 0.87 inches, which was 0.79, 0.16, 0.17 and 0.09 inches 
respectively below normal. By station, precipitation totals ranged from a 
low of 0.25 inches at Cape Girardeau to a high of 1.51 inches at 
Williamstown. 

---
Kentucky Weather Summary
For the Period March 6 to 12, 2006

Above Normal Temperatures and Above Normal Rainfall:

A very mild and wet week with severe thunderstorms moving thru the Bluegrass
state. Rainfall totals ranged from 4 to 6 inches along and south of the
Ohio River from Paducah to Covington. As such, flooding was reported in 
northern sections of the Commonwealth. The southern tier of counties along
the TN/KY border reported one inch or less. Extreme high temperatures were
in the mid to upper 70's with Paducah and Bowling Green reporting 80 degrees
on Sunday. Extreme low temperatures were in the mid to upper 20's.

Temperatures for the past week averaged 53 degrees across the state which was 
10 degrees above normal. High temperatures averaged from 64 in the West to 
62 in the East. Departure from normal high temperatures ranged from 6 
degrees above normal in the West to 10 degrees above normal in the East. Low 
temperatures averaged from 46 degrees in the West to 43 degrees in the 
East. Departure from normal low temperature ranged from 13 degrees above
normal in the West to 12 degrees above normal in the East.

Precipitation (liq. equ.) for the period totaled 2.61 inches statewide 
which was 1.58 inches above normal. Precipitation totals by climate 
division, West 4.30 inches, Central 2.59 inches, Bluegrass 2.67 inches and 
East 0.88 inches, which was +3.18, +1.53, +1.68 and -0.08 inches 
respectively from normal. By station, precipitation totals ranged from a 
low of 0.26 inches at Quicksand to a high of 7.06 inches at Evansville. 

---
Kentucky Weather Summary
For the Period February 27 to March 5, 2006

Above Normal Temperatures and Below Normal Rainfall:

It was the fourth week straight with below normal rainfall. The work week 
started with seasonal temperatures but by Wednesday temperatures soared 
into the low to mid 70s. Slightly below seasonal temperatures rounded out the 
weekend. Very light rainfall occurred later on Sunday. It was the first 
week with temperatures averaging above normal in the past four weeks. 

Temperatures for the period averaged 46 degrees across the state which was 
6 degrees above normal. High temperatures averaged from 60 in the West to 
57 in the East. Departure from normal high temperatures ranged from 4 
degrees above normal in the West to 8 degrees above normal in the East. Low 
temperatures averaged from 35 degrees in the West to 34 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 low to mid 70s and extreme low temperatures
were in the upper teens. Saturday was the coolest morning.

Precipitation (liq. equ.) for the period totaled 0.02 inches statewide 
which was 0.97 inches below normal. Precipitation totals by climate 
division, West 0.03 inches, Central 0.02 inches, Bluegrass 0.04 inches and 
East 0.01 inches, which was 1.05, 1.01, 0.88 and 0.93 inches respectively 
below normal. By station, precipitation totals ranged from a low of 0.00 
inches at Buckhorn Lake to a high of 0.11 inches at Covington. 

---
Kentucky Weather Summary
For the Period February 20 to 26, 2006

Below Normal Temperatures and Below Normal Rainfall:

It was dry week. Light rainfall occurred on Monday (Feb 20) and Wednesday 
(Feb 22) in mostly the southern 2/3's of the state. Daily temperatures 
started off cold but warmed into the 50s and low 60s by Thursday. Mild 
temperatures continued until a cold front moved through the Commonwealth on 
Saturday, allowing a return to cold conditions on Sunday. Last Saturday 
(Feb 25) was the first time in 4 weeks with no snowfall or snowcover on 
Saturday across the state. Last week was also the 3rd consecutive week with 
both temperatures averaging below normal and precip averaging below normal. 

Temperatures for the previous 7 days averaged 38 degrees across the state 
which was 1 degree below normal. High temperatures averaged from 48 in the 
West to 47 in the East. Departure from normal high temperatures ranged from 
5 degrees below normal in the West to near 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 2 degrees below 
normal in the West to 1 degree above normal in the East. Extreme high 
temperatures were in the low 60s and extreme low temperatures were in
the low teens.

Precipitation (liq. equ.) for the period totaled 0.17 inches statewide 
which was 0.71 inches below normal. Precipitation totals by climate 
division, West 0.11 inches, Central 0.27 inches, Bluegrass 0.11 inches and 
East 0.19 inches, which was 0.83, 0.69, 0.65 and 0.67 inches 
respectively below normal. By station, precipitation totals ranged from a 
low of 0.00 inches at Covington to a high of 0.74 inches at Bristol. 

---
Kentucky Weather Summary
For the Period February 13 to 19, 2006

Below Normal Temperatures and Below Normal Precipitation:

Similar to the previous week, Kentucky's weather repeated itself: seasonal
temperatures during the workweek, bitter cold air over the weekend with
a winter storm kissing the Commonwealth with 1 to 3 inches of snow north
...3 to 5 inches south. But not enough liquid equvalnent precipitation to
move into above normal precip category. Bitter cold air blew into the state
over the weekend with extreme low temperatures into the single digits by
Sunday morning...and wind chill temperatures below zero. Extreme high
temperatures were in the upper 60's and low 70's on Wednesday and Thursday.

Temperatures for the period averaged 37 degrees across the state which was 
1 degree below normal. High temperatures averaged from 45 in the West to 
45 in the East. Departure from normal high temperatures ranged from 6 
degrees below normal in the West to near normal in the East. Low 
temperatures averaged from 27 degrees in the West to 28 degrees in the 
East. Departure from normal low temperature ranged from near 
normal in the West to 3 degrees above normal in the East.

Precipitation (liq. equ.) for the period totaled 0.53 inches statewide 
which was 0.35 inches below normal. Precipitation totals by climate 
division, West 0.54 inches, Central 0.66 inches, Bluegrass 0.58 inches and 
East 0.35 inches, which was -0.41, -0.29, -0.18 and -0.52 inches 
respectively below normal. By station, precipitation totals ranged from a 
low of 0.18 inches at Huntington to a high of 0.78 inches at Louisville. 
---
Kentucky Weather Summary
For the Period February 6 to 12, 2006

BELOW NORMAL TEMPERATURES AND BELOW NORMAL RAINFALL:

A major shift in the weather pattern occurred during the past week...from 
the very mild, wet weather experienced in the past January in the Commonwealth 
...to winter temperatures and below normal precipitation...but an increase 
in snow events. For most of the workweek, mostly dry conditions occurred 
across the Bluegrass state. A low pressure system moved south of the state 
starting on Friday providing snow to the state through the weekend. 
Snowfall totals were light in the west with 1 to 3 inches, 3 to 4 inches 
central and 5 to 7 inches in the east with localized amounts in the 
southeast of up to 10 inches. Extreme high temperatures were in the mid to
upper 40's and extreme low temperatures were in the mid to upper teens.

Temperatures for the period averaged 31 degrees across the state which was 
4 degrees below normal. High temperatures averaged from 39 in the West to 
39 in the East. Departure from normal high temperatures ranged from 10 
degrees from below in the West to 4 degrees below normal in the East. Low 
temperatures averaged from 22 degrees in the West to 24 degrees in the 
East. Departure from normal low temperature ranged from 4 degrees below 
normal in the West to near normal in the East.

Precipitation (liq. equ.) for the period totaled 0.29 inches statewide 
which was 0.59 inches below normal. Precipitation totals by climate 
division, West 0.26 inches, Central 0.26 inches, Bluegrass 0.24 inches and 
East 0.40 inches, which was 0.69, 0.70, 0.52 and 0.47 inches 
respectively below normal. By station, precipitation totals ranged from a 
low of 0.02 inches at Covington to a high of 0.73 inches at Somerset. 
---
Kentucky Weather Summary
For the January 30 to February 5, 2006

Above Normal Temperatures and Above Normal Rainfall:

...Kentucky Returns to a Winter Weather Pattern on the Weekend...

The work week was very mild with rainfall in eastern Kentucky on Monday
and Tuesday...and again for the entire state on Friday. Friday was
also a transition day to a return to winter weather...with rain changing
to snow by Saturday...ending Sunday east. Temperatures continued to
drop into the low to mid 20s by Sunday and snowfall totals ranged from
1 to 3 inches. The return to winter-like conditions ended a very mild
period of 35 to 43 days across the Commonwealth. Extreme high temperatures
were in the low 60's and extreme low temperatures were in the low 20's.

Temperatures for the period averaged 41 degrees across the state which was 
8 degrees above normal. High temperatures averaged from 49 in the West to 
49 in the East. Departure from normal high temperatures ranged from 3 
degrees above normal in the West to 8 degrees above normal in the East. Low 
temperatures averaged from 34 degrees in the West to 35 degrees in the 
East. Departure from normal low temperature ranged from 9 degrees above 
normal in the West to 12 degrees above normal in the East.

Precipitation (liq. equ.) for the period totaled 0.91 inches statewide 
which was 0.08 inches above normal. Precipitation totals by climate 
division, West 0.87 inches, Central 1.10 inches, Bluegrass 1.11 inches and 
East 0.57 inches, which was -0.01, +0.20, +0.39 and -0.26 inches 
respectively from normal. By station, precipitation totals ranged from a 
low of 0.17 inches at Cape Girardeau to a high of 1.65 inches at Paducah. 

---
Kentucky Weather Summary
For the Period January 23 to 29, 2006

Above Normal Temperature and Above Normal Rainfall:

High pressure dominated the weather for the Commonwealth for most of the 
past 7 days. Low pressure systems crossed the state and provided two 
rainfall events...very similar to the previous week. Moderate to heavy 
rainfall occurred at the beginning of the period...ending in light snow in 
the east,  and on Sunday light showers covered the state. Mild temperatures 
occurred on Tuesday and Friday thru Sunday as southerly wind flow kicked 
in, with temperatures readings in the 50's and 60's. This was the 3rd week 
straight with above normal rainfall. And, the final full week of January 
with above normal temperatures, as in the entire month with above normal 
temperatures.

Temperatures for the period averaged 43 degrees across the state which was 
10 degrees above normal. High temperatures averaged from 54 in the West to 
52 in the East. Departure from normal high temperatures ranged from 9 
degrees above normal in the West to 12 degrees 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 9 degrees above 
normal in the West to 11 degrees above normal in the East.

Precipitation (liq. equ.) for the period totaled 1.47 inches statewide 
which was 0.75 inches above normal. Precipitation totals by climate 
division, West 1.11 inches, Central 1.71 inches, Bluegrass 1.63 inches and 
East 1.42 inches, which was 0.39, 0.95, 1.01 and 0.65 inches respectively 
above normal. By station, precipitation totals ranged from a low of 0.12 
inches at Cumberland Gap to a high of 2.66 inches at Glasgow. 

---
Kentucky Weather Summary:
For the Period January 16 to 22, 2006

Above Normal Temperatures and Much Above Normal Rainfall:

The very mild conditions continued across the Commonwealth during the past 
week. But one major change occurred; this was the second week with above 
normal rainfall across the state. This was the first time for a consecutive 
two-week period with above normal rainfall since last August. Rainfall 
totals ranged from 2 to 3 inches south...to 1 to 2 inches in the northern 
half of the state. Two significant rainfall events occurred; on Tuesday/ 
Wednesday (Jan 17/18) and on Sunday (Jan 22). Extreme high temperatures 
were in the mid to upper 60's and extreme low temperatures were in the mid 
20's.

Temperatures for the period averaged 45 degrees across the state which was 
13 degrees above normal. High temperatures averaged from 52 in the West to 
54 in the East. Departure from normal high temperatures ranged from 9 
degrees above normal in the West to 15 degrees above normal in the East. Low 
temperatures averaged from 37 degrees in the West to 37 degrees in the 
East. Departure from normal low temperature ranged from 13 degrees above 
normal in the West to 15 degrees above normal in the East.

Precipitation (liq. equ.) for the period totaled 2.11 inches statewide 
which was 1.39 inches above normal. Precipitation totals by climate 
division, West 1.59 inches, Central 2.74 inches, Bluegrass 2.04 inches and 
East 2.09 inches, which was 0.87, 1.98, 1.41 and 1.32 inches respectively 
above normal. By station, precipitation totals ranged from a low of 1.00 
inches at Mayfield to a high of 3.54 inches at Nolin Lake. 
---
Kentucky Weather Summary: For the Period Jan. 9 to 15, 2006

Above Normal Temperatures and Above Normal Precipitation:

Temperatures for the period averaged 43 degrees across the state 
which was 12 degrees above normal. High temperatures averaged 
from 51 in the West to 53 in the East. Departure from normal high 
temperatures ranged from 8 degrees above normal in the West to 
15 degrees above normal in the East. Low temperatures averaged 
from 33 degrees in the West to 37 degrees in the East. Departure 
from normal low temperature ranged from 9 degrees above normal in 
the West to 15 degrees above normal in the East.

Precipitation (liq. equ.) for the period totaled 1.20 inches 
statewide which was 0.48 inches above normal. Precipitation 
totals by climate division, West 1.79 inches, Central 1.53 
inches, Bluegrass 0.99 inches and East 0.48 inches, which was 
+1.07, +0.76, +0.37 and -0.29 inches respectively from normal. By 
station, precipitation totals ranged from a low of 0.28 inches at 
Cumberland Gap to a high of 2.70 inches at Paducah. 
---
Kentucky Weather Summary
For the Period January 2 to 8, 2006

MUCH ABOVE NORMAL TEMPERATURES AND BELOW NORMAL RAINFALL:

...Strong Winds and Recording Breaking Temperatures on Sunday...

The very mild weather conditions across the Commonwealth and lack of any 
kind of precipitation have been the story for this short January period. In 
the past week, most locations reported high temperatures of near 60 degrees 
or greater on 4 of the past 8 days with several locations reaching near 
70's. The high temperature at Bowling Green on Sunday was 69 degrees, 
breaking the old record of 68 set 99 years ago in 1907. The high 
temperature at Louisville got to within one degree of the current record.

Strong southwest winds also buffeted the region Sunday afternoon. Below is 
a listing of peak wind gusts from official observing stations:

LOUISVILLE INTERNATIONAL...37 MPH
LOUISVILLE BOWMAN...38 MPH
FRANKFORT...43 MPH
LEXINGTON...45 MPH
FORT KNOX...43 MPH
BOWLING GREEN...43 MPH

Temperatures for the period averaged 45 degrees across the state which was 
13 degrees above from normal. Hi
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