While spring conditions were warm, summer saw relatively moderate temperatures creating conditions for great quality wines. (fb101.com)
«A near - record area was expected because of wet spring conditions in the Mississippi watershed and the resultant high river flows which deliver large amounts of nutrients,» said Nancy Rabalais, Ph.D. executive director of the Louisiana Universities Marine Consortium (LUMCON), who led the July 21 - 28 survey cruise. (sciencedaily.com)
«Farmers need to be aware that the chances of El Niño occurring are rising and that from the current forecast it is likely farmers may again face drier than average winter and spring conditions across southern and central regions of the country,» said Julie Iommi, issue management manager, Dairy Australia. (dairyreporter.com)