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.
Now is the time to make adjustments to your farm management plan 🌾 Mid-year is a chance to review financial performance, water resources, projects, and long-term goals before the season gets away from you. Are you on track financially? Review expenses, cash flow, and year-to-date performance. How is water impacting your operation? Assess availability, efficiency… Mid-Year Farm Management Plan Review
A recent University of Idaho study found agriculture generates $44.5 billion annually for Idaho’s economy and supports nearly one in every nine jobs statewide. The numbers may be Idaho-specific, but the lesson isn’t. • Strong operations • Strategic investments • Long-term planning Those principles apply no matter where you farm. At Root Ag Advisory, we… Idaho Agriculture Supports Nearly One of Every Nine Idaho Jobs
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