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West Central: Scattered showers occurred mid- to late-week, with reported totals ranging from a half inch to 4 inches. Stock tanks remained low in some areas, and the district was still in a rainfall deficit. Moisture stimulated grass green-up.
Soil conditions remained variable, and additional rain was needed to further improve moisture levels.
Small grains were short and drought-stressed but had begun to form seed heads. Some producers applied fertilizer or planted in anticipation of rain, while others continued spring field preparation and weed