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Ag Briefs: 10% of U.S. experiencing drought, highest in decade Wisconsin State Farmer 10% of U.S. experiencing drought, highest in decade The latest U.S. Drought Monitor shows nearly 10% of the contiguous U.S. is now under an exceptional drought, which is the highest the rate has been since 2011. Farm Journal reports that California, Oregon, Utah and Nevada are entirely under drought conditions. And with a dome of heat hanging over much of the country this week, it could make drought matters worse. Monday s Crop Progress Report from USDA showed soil moisture conditions continue to decline. Just over half of the country soil s are considered to have adequate soil moisture, while 38% of the country is experiencing soil moisture conditions in the short to very short categories. ....