February has been generally warm and dry for most of Arkansas.

The USDA says average statewide rainfall has failed to break an inch, but the percentage of the state reporting surplus soil moisture has still increased following a wet January.

Daily high temperatures have averaged nearly 50 degrees, allowing grain and oilseed farmers plenty of chances to haul grain, while planning and prepping for planting.

Spring calving has started and livestock producers are reportedly continuing to feed hay.

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