Timely rains fell across Kingfisher County last Friday and over the weekend, boosting prospects for getting the 2026 grain crops up and growing.

Four-day accumulation according to the state Mesonet was 4.15 inches; in Kingfisher.

Local Weather Observer Steven Loftis recorded a total of 4.0 inches at the National Weather Service Station in Kingfisher.

Kingfisher County Extension Director/Agricultural Educator Bryan Kennedy called the rain helpful to all small grain producers, particularly those who sowed early and had the crop up to a stand, and added: “I’ve heard no complaints.”

He pointed out there was some lack of enthusiasm due to continued low prices – lower $4 range for wheat and also low prices for rye, along with other grains.

Some rye producers (those who don’t have stocker calf operations) are wondering if it’s worth putting into the ground, Kennedy said.

Rye’s major use locally is for winter livestock pasture crop, especially in sandier soils.

Regarding rainfall, Kennedy said he had heard reports of 3.3 inches north of Hennessey in the Bison area to 2.5 inches east of Dover. He measured three inches at his residence, southwest of Hennessey.