After a warm, dry start to fall, Washington’s snowpack is sitting at just 42% of normal. The Cascades and upper Yakima Basin continue to show notable moisture deficits—now entering their third year.
NRCS experts note that while early snow would be helpful, late-fall rain is just as important for rebuilding soil moisture and streamflows before winter sets in. A weak La Niña increases the odds of colder, wetter conditions, but persistent high-pressure systems have kept many storms from reaching the region.
📉 Is it time to worry?
Not yet. The real test comes in January and February. Forecasts show snow returning to higher elevations this weekend, offering a chance to reset.
At Root Ag Advisory, we’re monitoring these trends closely because today’s moisture patterns will influence water availability, forage conditions, and overall planning for 2025–26.
💧 Limited water does not have to mean limited options. Klamath Basin landowners enrolled more than 11,000 acres in water-conservation programs, balancing water use with operational and financial needs. Understanding available programs and how they fit into the broader operation can create a stronger path forward. Root Agricultural Advisory helps agricultural businesses evaluate their options… Understanding Your Water Options
🌱 Knowing your farmlands value, understanding buyer priorities, and identifying potential risks early can give you more control once negotiations begin. Our five-day Step-by-Step Guide to Unlocking Farmland Value helps landowners and advisors prepare before the property reaches the market. Start the guide through here.
Root Agricultural Advisory
2670 S. Eagle Rd. Meridian ID 83642
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