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A familiar sight across a good portion of Hamilton County are pivots down for the count, for the foreseeable future. This group is sitting, detached, off to the side of a field outside of Hampton. They are likely awaiting repairs that could come any time in the next few months. This has affected some producers decision making process post-hail.

A familiar sight across a good portion of Hamilton County are pivots down for the count, for the foreseeable future. This group is sitting, detached, off to the side of a field outside of Hampton. They are likely awaiting repairs that could come any time in the next few months. This has affected some producers decision making process post-hail.

Decision time long gone for hail-out crop

Cheyenne Rowe
Tuesday, June 28, 2022
The past few hail storms have taken a noticeable toll on local producers and residents alike. While those not watching their crops checked for dents in cars and holes in siding, farmers like Mitch Oswald have been making big decisions in a short window.
This corn field three miles north of Hampton sustained heavy damage in the June 7 storm which swept through the area. Many area farmers are now contemplating whether to replant or try to get as much out of the damaged crop as possible.

This corn field three miles north of Hampton sustained heavy damage in the June 7 storm which swept through the area. Many area farmers are now contemplating whether to replant or try to get as much out of the damaged crop as possible.

Hail damage leaves farmers with decision

News Staff
Tuesday, June 14, 2022
Severe weather struck Hamilton County with back-to-back storms three days apart last week, with the bulk of the damage reported in area fields hit hard by hail stones as big as golf balls.