On the Plains, a sharp temperature gradient exists. For example, cool weather across the eastern Plains contrasts with warm conditions on the northern High Plains. Across portions of the central and southern Plains, winter wheat is in need of moisture. The Kansas wheat crop, nearly one-quarter (24%) of which was rated in very poor to poor condition on March 19, was 10% jointed on that date.
Across the Corn Belt, cold, dry weather prevails due to a high-pressure system centered over the upper Great Lakes region.
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