Thunderstorms and strong winds were reported across Oklahoma recently, with some tornadoes spotted in the southeast district.
Rainfall totals in the state averaged 2.48 inches for the week of March 31-April 6, according to the U.S. Department of Agriculture’s National Agricultural Statistics Service.
The April 1 U.S. Drought Monitor Report said drought conditions were rated 75% abnormally dry to exceptional drought, up 37 points from the previous year, according to the NASS. Additionally, 48% of the state was in the moderate to exceptional drought categories, up 40 points from the previous year.
Statewide temperatures averaged in the upper 40s to upper 50s. Topsoil and subsoil moisture conditions were rated adequate to short. There were 3.8 days suitable for fieldwork.
Here’s a look at how crops fared for the week of March 31 through April 6: Small grains: Winter wheat jointing reached 47%, up 12 points from the previous week but down two points from normal.
Rye jointing reached 37%, up 17 points from the previous week but unchanged from normal.
Oats jointing reached 22%, up six points from the previous week but unchanged from normal.
Pasture and livestock: Pasture and range condition was rated at 75% good to fair. Livestock condition was rated at 84% good to fair.