Meteorologist and climatologist Brian Bledsoe joins Wheat’s On Your Mind to reflect on the surprising weather turns of 2025 and what Kansas wheat producers should be watching as 2026 approaches.
With a strong soil moisture profile and a well-established crop across much of the state, Bledsoe explains why early-season dryness may not spell disaster — especially as global weather patterns begin to pivot.
The conversation dives deep into La Niña and El Niño transitions, historical analog years, polar vortex risks, and long-term climate oscillations shaping agriculture in the High Plains.
Bledsoe also shares insight on private weather services, AI-driven forecasting, and why communication — not just data — is critical for helping farmers make confident decisions in an unpredictable weather future.
