The six to ten day outlook (June 2-6) indicates well above-normal temperatures and below normal precipitation for our area. Looking out eight to 14 days (June 4-10) indicates below normal precipitation and above normal temperatures. The drought monitor has indicated some improvement, especially in the more central parts of the state. Barton is still mostly in moderate drought with the eastern third abnormally dry. Remember this is as of last Tuesday. As producers wait for the wheat crop to progress, to bale the first cutting of alfalfa, and plant their summer row and feed crops, let’s take a look at agriculture in the 21st Century. It truly is part of the information and technology age.