A cattle producer in South Dakota says they’re sitting okay for feed but he’s concerned about water supplies for his cattle in this drought.

Jason Frerichs, in northeast South Dakota, says most of their pastures are spring fed or have dugouts.

“I’m sure it’s going to change things whether or not we can leave them out there, aside from even the forage growth. But, watering and water in those pastures in those pastures will be JUST as important as the forage availability.”

He says his pasture conditions are average to a little below average.

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