The #DesertFarmerPodcast
This is the official #desertfarmer podcast of the Great Plains. We discuss everything ag, lots of weather, and just about everything else in between. Most of my guests are real farmers and ranchers of the Great American Desert.
- Update frequency
- every 6 days
- Average duration
- 15 minutes
- Episodes
- 106
- Years Active
- 2023 - 2025
Texas Wildfires, March Thoughts, Active Severe Storm Season?
Big shoutout to the folks in the Texas Panhandle that have been dealing with the historic wildfire outbreak. Also, I focus on the pattern setting up for March, and why it could lead to …
Drought Trouble Brewing for Some?
More thoughts on the long range / seasonal forecast. My focus is on who this El Nino has failed, and why it could be an immediate problem for some, and a future problem for others. List…
ENSO Transition...Spring Outlook...Seasonal Model Update!
Lots to go through in this episode, from the relaxation of the current weather pattern to what could likely be a very active spring weather pattern. I also discuss on the ongoing transi…
Big Storm to Impact The Southern Plains!
I talk about the major storm set to deliver very heavy rain and heavy wet snow to parts of New Mexico, Texas, and Oklahoma. This is exactly what we need in these areas this time of year…
Storm Recap! Will The Pattern Remain Active? ENSO Transition and PDO Talk...
Recapping the amazing rain and snow impacted the region Friday and Saturday. I also address whether the pattern will remain active. Plus, some additional thoughts on the ENSO transition…
Desert Farmer Meetup Gratitude! Weekend Storm Update!
A gigantic thank you to all that attended and made the Desert Farmer Meetup successful. An update on the storm headed our way this weekend...
Desert Farmer Meetup Today! Big Storm Next Weekend? More Long Range Thoughts...
Here in Liberal, Kansas today for the Desert Farmer Meetup. We also have a big storm in the pipeline for next weekend, but the details are far from certain. Some additional long range t…
Desert Farmer Meetup This Week! Big Storm Potential Early February?
Detailing the upcoming Desert Farmer Meetup in Liberal, Kansas and talking about the upcoming pattern change that could lead to a significant storm in early February.
Arctic Blast! Winter sucks...especially, if you have cattle.
Detailed look at the Arctic air that will encompass the Plains for the next several days. Potential pattern change late month into February that would bring better moisture prospects ba…
Detailed Blizzard Update! Very Wintry Next 7-10 Days...
An update on the major storm set to impact the Plains, and what lies ahead thereafter. Winter is here to stay!
Upcoming Blizzard Threat & COLD Air!
Talking about two storms in the pipeline, including blizzard potential with the first storm. Arctic air invades late next week and weekend, providing the coldest air of the season for m…
Active Start to 2024?
Just wrapping up all the significant weather that occurred in 2023, previewing more active weather as we start January...and giving a big thank you to all of you!
Uncertain Forecast for Christmas Weekend
A disjointed storm system will exit the Rockies and push into the Plains. This provides a narrow window of opportunity for some wind driven snow for some areas of the Western High Plain…
Amazing Moisture! Weather Pattern Update & Letting The Game Come to You
Recap of the amazing rain and snow we saw last week. The next storm in the pipeline... And the importance of "letting the game come to you" right now... Be well!
BIG Storm Still On Track
Just a short update on the big moisture producing storm set to impact the western and southern Plains this week. Lots to be excited about!
ENSO Transition in 2024 and a BIG STORM THIS WEEK!
A very important update on the ENSO transition that is likely to happen in 2024. Plus, I talk about a BIG STORM set to impact parts of the western/southern Plains this week. Rain and sn…
Big Sky Country - MJO / December Thoughts
Speaking at the Montana Grain Growers Association annual meeting. Always great to get up to Montana! Also, focusing on the MJO pattern for the last 3 weeks of December and what it could…
Get Ready for Some Wintry Weather! More December Thoughts...
I talk about the upcoming shot of wintry weather, that I eluded to about three weeks ago. Some decent snow possible for some of us, and cold weather likely for all of us. Also, more tho…
Storm Next Weekend? El Niño and Long Range Forecast Thoughts
Looks like a storm is brewing for some of us later next weekend. Will it be rain or snow? I also provide an El Niño update, and how it impacts my long range forecast thoughts.
Active Late November / Early December Weather? When is the next Desert Farmer Meetup?
I give you three local beef processors to check out. Supporting quality people that produce a quality product is a big deal to me. Watch out for late November and early December, as it …