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Drought-Like Conditions Concerning to Michigan Corn Growers

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The extended dry and hot weather is taking its toll on corn in the Midwest and southern Michigan.

The drought like conditions are slowly creeping to Northern Michigan.

Farmers in counties like Isabella are worried they will lose their entire crop if relief doesn't come soon.

Most Northern Michigan corn is coming into its most critical pollination stage.

If the weather doesn't cooperate, the corn can't grow ears and the field will be a waste and further add to skyrocketing prices.

9&10's Eric Lloyd and photojournalist Jacob Johnson checked out the impact and have more details.