Cattle producers, farmers desperate for more rainfall
Some might think the rainfall situation has improved greatly since last year, but to those in the agriculture industry, the drought is far from over.
While Clanton has seen its share of summer showers, the bigger picture shows a county and state in dire need of rain.
"We need a sweeping rain - not just spotted showers, but it needs to rain all night," said Regional Extension Agent Jack Tatum.
With their first cutting of hay behind them, cattle farmers need a little help from above for the second cutting. Low grass production in the region's pastures creates a higher demand for feed.