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Isaac maybe the temporary drought buster that we have needed. I am hoping for 2" to 5". This could be what we have need to fill our rivers and lake, cool the water temp down and get the fish started on their fall feeding frenzy. :welcome. The inflow of water should add some much needed oxygen to our lakes.
The river levels are starting to have an affect on my business. We need a deluge!!!!
DP
I wouldn't turn down 6-8" of rain as long as it doesn't hurt the fishing for crappie camp!
A slow rain of 2 to 3'' would be great.
But if we get a flash flood it could wreck the fishing.
I ain't going to crappie camp. Let it rain! :biggrin
they keep moving the tracking path west with each report.
The further west the more rain we get, I don't want it to mess up the fishin, BUT this rain is life or death for many Arkanss farmers and ranchers.Quote:
Originally Posted by olduckhunter
I know it made the gas jump today. Ridiculous...
Problem is, most of the farmers don't want rain right now because they are in the middle of their harvest season. Especially the rice farmers that are trying to get their rice to dry to the right moisture content.
Ranchers on the other hand want rain. They're hoping they can get another cutting of hay before the fall. Plus get their pastures growing.
Farmers wanted it, now they don't, Fishermen didn't want it, now they do... I guess the Lord knows whats best, and we'll take it however it comes. But me, I'm praying for some rain. Sorry ya'll that ain't.
I agree with you, THE LORD knows best and no doubt we are going to get rain and maybe a lot. Those of us that raise fruit we need it badly. In farming it is almost always too much or too little of rain, heat or cold. I say let it rain and we will harvest later.Quote:
Originally Posted by dblevens
Maybe Lake Nimrod will have time to recover before the camp meeting and the real fishermen will probably adjust to the rise in wateranyway (Not that I'm that good).
It now appears that by Sunday/Monday, every lake in Arkansas, and the River, will be 25 feet high...............for who knows how long....
i hope ya'll get all you need cause ya'll need it ,but i hope all stays safe with only the water needed and no damage to anyone or anything!!!!
Roughneck, what kind of fruit do you grow? Peaches are about the only one I know much about.
It's as easy for me in high water to not catch fish as low water. Gonna have a great time anyway. Hope the harvest is not damaged by the rain.
I raise Blueberries, Blackberries and High Tunnel Tomatoes. And a few other veggies just for me.Quote:
Originally Posted by AgriHawg
That storm will be long gone before camp.Quote:
Originally Posted by dblevens
What is High Tunnel Tomatoes ?Quote:
Originally Posted by Roughneck
Just what happens that don't make the price jump?Quote:
Originally Posted by RCC
Used to be price gouging only happened right where the storm did damage......... now they figured how to make it nationwide........ just smile and keep a good supply of vasoline :dono
Nimrod, A High Tunnel is a like a hoop house but has a much taller roof, so you can trap more warm air in the spring and grow your plants earlier and get to the market earlier. You plant directly in the ground. Look it up on the Internet.Quote:
Originally Posted by NIMROD
Do you do a late planting also? I know some people also use those high tunnels to extend the growing season into the fall.
Yes AgriHawg, I have 250 plants in a 30' x 96' Tunnel, they should start ripening in 2 or 3 weeks and I will pick all the way till November. High Tunnel tomatoes are much better than you normal greenhouse tomato. A Tunnel is nothing more than a garden with a plastic roof and sides to protect it from wind and cold. It's irrigatated so they get just the right amount of moisture.Quote:
Originally Posted by AgriHawg
Isaac was a big disappointment for North Central Ar. only 2.1" rain. But it is much better than a sharp stick in the eye. It is still a Blessing and I am thankful for every single drop.
We got about 2" as well but at least this rain was widespread. Rivers coming up a little bit. Still gonna need some more.