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local22 days ago•36 min saved

Oregon's 2026 wildfire season edges toward the state burn record

Oregon’s 2026 wildfire season has burned about 2.014 million acres across 60 large fires, narrowing in on the 2024 all-time record of 2.082 million acres. With months left in the fire season and a Red Flag Warning in the Willamette Valley, officials say the state could surpass the record as extremely receptive fuels, lightning, wind, and heat drive rapid fire growth. While most large fires haven’t been human-caused so far, the share of human-caused starts is rising (about 56% this year). The five largest fires—Big Grass, Rowe Creek Complex, Coleman Creek, Hay Creek Complex, and Second Flat—are listed with containment levels, and residents are urged to follow fire restrictions, maintain vehicles to prevent sparks, sign up for OR-Alert, and prepare go bags.

via KATU|

#2026 #acreage #local

real-estate1 month ago•1 min saved

Sun-powered Vermont retreat on 52 acres blends privacy with mountain views

A solar-powered home on 52.6 acres in Tunbridge, Vermont, designed for energy efficiency and privacy, is on the market for $595,000. The property features elm kitchen countertops, a wide glass slider with mountain views, a primary bedroom with a barn-door wardrobe, a vintage clawfoot tub in the bath, and an on-site studio that mirrors the home’s design near the historic Cilley Covered Bridge.

via The Boston Globe|

#acreage #energy-efficiency #real-estate

us-news5 months ago•4 min saved

Nebraska's 800,000-Acre Wildfires Claim First Life

Nebraska’s four major wildfires have scorched nearly 800,000 acres, caused at least one death, and prompted evacuations for hundreds as crews from state and federal agencies fight shifting winds and heat; the largest Morrill Fire has burned hundreds of thousands of acres with limited containment, while officials warn red-flag conditions could return in the coming days.

via NBC News|

#acreage #death #evacuation

environment1 year ago•2 min saved

Madre Fire Becomes California’s Largest Wildfire of 2025

California is experiencing its largest wildfire of the year, the Madre fire, which has burned a significant area, highlighting the scale of wildfires and the importance of containment efforts, evacuation procedures, and weather warnings like red flag alerts. The article explains wildfire metrics, containment levels, and the role of prescribed burns in land management.

via The Guardian|

#acreage #california #environment

agriculture3 years ago•4 min saved

USDA Report Reveals Surprising Corn and Soy Trends, State Rankings Unveiled

Analysts expect the upcoming USDA report to show smaller U.S. corn and soybean crops than previously predicted due to falling yield prospects caused by dry weather and heat in mid-August. While larger harvested areas are expected for both crops, analysts are cautious about committing to the higher acreage numbers suggested last month. The average trade guess for U.S. corn yield is 173.5 bushels per acre, while soybean yield is pegged at 50.2 bushels per acre. The range of yield estimates is narrower than usual, indicating a potential for production surprises. Additionally, there is speculation about a possible increase in harvested area, although the extent of the increase remains uncertain.

via Reuters|

#acreage #agriculture #corn

agriculture3 years ago•3 min saved

Navigating the Uncertain Path of Corn and Soybean Futures

The surprise increase in corn acres reported by the USDA led to significant price swings in corn and soybean futures. Corn futures settled lower while soybeans saw a substantial increase. The end-of-quarter reports have a significant impact on prices as market players make position adjustments. The reports also provide an opportunity for speculators to buy undervalued commodities for the next quarter. The volatility was further compounded by the proximity of the July 4 holiday and a trading day sandwiched between the reports and the holiday. The actual acreage planted and the crops in the field are still uncertain in June, but the USDA found that corn plantings increased to the third-highest level ever. Soybean acres decreased, and sorghum acres rose. The next factors to watch are weather conditions and crop condition ratings, as they will impact the final production numbers.

via DTN The Progressive Farmer|

#acreage #agriculture #corn-futures