A DEEP dive into the various oscillations and indices that have to click in order for us to reduce or eliminate drought. I lay out why I am optimistic that this can happen...
Longest episode of the Desert Farmer Podcast that I've ever done. However, the information that is contained in this episode I think is some of the most important info that I have ever shared. You decide...
Lots to sort through in today's episode, especially about the likely pattern change as we roll into April. I focus on who is likely to benefit the most in the short term, and when other areas could benefit. Also, there's a lot of uncertainty and disagreement about the summer outlook. I touch on that too...
A very active March pattern in the near term followed by a record setting ridge of high pressure. The next ten days are pretty much going to have it all... I also talk about April and give an update on our ENSO transition
An updated look at how strong this upcoming El Niño could be, and what analog years have the best fit right now.
Lots of information to break down about the current pattern and where we could be heading this spring. Looking at past years and how 2023 stacks up to where we are presently...
Some of us saw some nice rain from the recent storm, but others were shut out. I talk about that and the next two weeks along with the updated way we are measuring ENSO...
Lots to sort out today with the latest EURO seasonal model and the upcoming transition to El Niño. Plus, a hard look at potential analogs for the growing season...
Looking specifically at the potential pattern change that takes shape for February and March. Plus, a deep dive into potential analog years for the upcoming March - September time frame.
I break down the major blast of winter to hit the Plains and when it will get out of here...
Late this week and into the weekend, a blast of Arctic air and snow is coming to the middle of the country. I sort out the details as they stand right now...
Strong wind will continue to be a feature in the forecast with the pattern for the next couple of weeks. Also, a fresh look at what the latest Copernicus 3 seasonal model information has to say...
Let's talk about the next two weeks, the likely transition from La Niña to El Niño, and what's up with the Pacific Decadal Oscillation.
I go over a lot of forecast data in this episode tied to the medium and long range forecast. I also stress that the first half of 2026 will be very pivotal due to the potential La Niña to El Niño transition...
I break down a lot of short range and long range forecast information today, that will be critical as we deal with the ENSO transition and head into 2026.
Pretty good shot of winter coming to the Plains through the weekend and early next week. However, not everyone will be impacted by snow... Find out who gets what in this episode.
Lots to get through in this episode... Upcoming rain chances and who gets it. Cold air arrives to start December and how that impacts the following 30 days. La Niña is at its peak... Could and El Niño in 2026 impact the PDO? And, if you need to...reach out to me to chat.
Lots to sort through this episode with rain chances and how this pattern either impacts or does not impact this winter. Plus, what is going on with La Niña? Is it still going to end early?
I discuss what lies ahead as we wrap up October and move into November. Also, what is La Niña up to...
It has been a while since we chatted, so we have a lot to get through in the short term forecast as well as the seasonal forecast. Take a listen...
Lots to address in this episode including the latest EURO seasonal model forecast and what it says for fall/winter/early spring.
Some big rain totals in Kansas last night will help set up folks for the winter wheat planting season. Also, what the next two weeks looks like in terms of temperature and rainfall chances...
Walking folks through the perils of their weather apps with the upcoming pattern change and why it is so important to focus on the pattern change and not the specifics at this range. Also, the latest IRI Multi Model Probabilities for the upcoming seasonal change...
Breaking down the recent rain, the upcoming weather pattern, if it will continue, and an update on La Niña.
Big thank you to Ribbonwire Ranch for the meat sticks! They are awesome! Upcoming rain chances are critical to the dryland crops, because heat and dryness is coming for some of us...
Huge shoutout to Garrett Land and Cattle for sending me a great product to try. Fantastic meat sticks! Also, I talk about the importance of the upcoming week when it comes to rain chances. Who will benefit and who will struggle...
Thank you all so much for being a part of the Desert Farmer Podcast and all 100 episodes. Huge episode discusses a lot of important forecast information as we move toward the back half of summer and beyond.
A thunderstorm complex will produce a damaging wind gust threat tonight for some areas in the Plains. I also talk about the pattern for the next couple of weeks.
I break down the past couple of weeks of who has been seeing rain and who hasn't been seeing rain. Does this type of pattern continue over the next two weeks? What about July? I address it all in this episode...
Updating the forecast for heat and wind in the next 4 days, followed up by rain chances for some of us. Also, some long range forecast thoughts that we have to pay attention to...
Lots to get through on this Father's Day... Severe storms likely early this week followed by some drying. I discuss the significance of that trend and what it will mean.
Two days of severe thunderstorm threats coming up. Also, the latest EURO seasonal model came out today, and it still shows reason to be concerned this summer in the middle of the country.
In Butte, Montana today for the mid-year meeting of the Montana Stock Growers Association. I discuss the recent rain, the importance of good forecast messaging, more active weather, and who could see problems develop.
The last 7-10 days of May look potentially active for many of us. Many of us also need the rain, so let's hopefully capitalize on it.
So much information to break down today... Big storm will deliver more much needed rain to those that need it. I also talk about when rain chances will return to areas farther south, and what the next few months have in store.
I break down what the pattern looks like for the next two to four weeks. I also touch on some things in the seasonal forecast that I do not like.
Beautiful rain for some of us and more to come through Wednesday. Trouble continues to brew in the pattern, as we move through the rest of May and into summer.
I break down some of the latest forecast data for next week. I also caution folks on the May forecast and elaborate further who I am concerned about going forward.
I analyze who sees the best rain this week and why the potential storm May 5th-8th is so critical and what kind of weather it could bring.
Not everyone has seen big storms and beneficial rain, but many of us have. I talk about the current pattern and what it evolves into next week.
Updating who is likely to get good rain the rest of this weekend. I also dive into the pattern for next week and beyond, and why it is so critical in my opinion...
Hot, windy, and very dry today in parts of the Plains. Big cool down on the way with moisture chances, but certainly not for everyone. Hope for the next two weeks?
I do my best to walk you through what I like and don't like about the upcoming pattern change. Who will likely see the best moisture and why it is so important...
Still plenty of "have nots" in the western/southern Plains, despite the recent moisture. I lay out what to expect for the next couple of weeks and if there is a pattern change on the horizon that could help.
This storm has always had problems, and I don't see that changing. Some will score some good moisture while others will largely strike out.
BIG episode today, with a lot of impactful weather this week. That's late March and April here in the Plains. I breakdown who is likely to see those impacts...
Three storms in the pipeline that will produce a wide variety of impacts over the next several days. Here is what to expect and how to sort through the garbage for weather info that is meaningful...
I talk about the various computer models and how they are handling the storm that will bring some rain to Texas. Also, I am not a fan of the early season heat that is going to prevail over the next two weeks.
After another major spring storm gets out of the way, I detail what's on the docket for the next couple of weeks.
MAJOR March storm system causing a lot of problems in the Plains today.
A powerful spring storm will bring damaging wind, blowing dirt, and extreme fire danger to many areas of the Plains on Friday. Will there be any moisture to go along with it?
I breakdown the major spring storm that will eject from the southern Rockies later this week.
Blizzard warnings up for parts of Colorado, Nebraska, and northwest Kansas. With the powerful wind, it won't take much snow at all to cause blizzard conditions. Be prepared!
Finer forecast details will be resolved tonight into Monday morning, but many of us with travel plans and livestock need to be prepared.
Active March pattern starts to impact the Plains. Blizzard conditions, severe thunderstorms, EXTREME fire danger, the storm on Tuesday will have it all.
Huge episode today, as I discuss the current and upcoming weather pattern and why it will likely be problematic for many of us in the Plains.
Big thanks to those that reached out to me after my mom suffered a heart attack. Looks like we have some significant winter weather to deal with next week and what is going on with our La Niña
The 2025 Desert Farmer Meetup is tomorrow in Liberal, Kansas. Always a great event with such great folks... Many of us have been dry for the past 60 days and what that means going forward in this pattern for the next two weeks.
My two cents about the awful forecast practices on social media that confuse, taint, and basically do a disservice to the accuracy of forecasting. What does the storm actually do? Also, the Desert Farmer Meetup is 6 days away! RSVP now!
Passing along information about the Desert Farmer Meetup in Liberal, Kansas next weekend. Plus, we've got a storm in the pipeline and it could be significant for some of us late next week. Also, an update on La Niña...
Just an update on the upcoming shot of COLD air and snow that will impact many of us late Friday night through early next week.
Another shot of cold air and snow coming for some of us, and it may last a while... Plus, I look at the weather patterns that will likely dominate for the next three months.
Big winter storm set to impact Kansas and Nebraska. Just how bad will it get, and when will conditions improve?
A detailed analysis of who is going to see the worst weather from this upcoming major winter storm this weekend.
Significant wind event likely on December 30th for parts of the Plains. January looks wintry to start for some of us, and is this La Niña event peaking?
Big episode today, sharing some great personal news and the unveiling of BrianBledsoeWeather.com. An important part of a potential pattern shift from Christmas Day through New Years Day, along with the latest IRI seasonal model outlook.
It's my pleasure to hang with the Montana Stockgrowers Association for a couple of days. Big shout out to them and all of their members for our continued partnership. Who could benefit from a winter pattern shift and some Pacific Decadal Oscillation analysis...
A big thanks to Covey Rise Farms for supplying me with some beef, as the product is top tier! Breaking down our quiet weather pattern, and giving thanks to all of you...
We start to dry things out a bit, with the more active weather situated to our east and west. I offer plenty of thoughts on how long this will last and what role the Pacific Ocean has in how long it will last.
Another significant storm targets much of the Plains this week. However, not everyone will see the moisture from this storm. Who sees what?
What lies ahead for the next two weeks, including two storms that will likely have an impact. Plus, the latest seasonal and long range forecast data analysis...
Big episode today, with important short and long range weather info! I hope you enjoy it...
Breaking down the finish to October and the start of November, as several storm systems move into the western US. Rain, snow, and drought relief are all on the table...
Just a quick update discussing the latest trends with our big weekend storm.
Talking about the big storm in the Desert Southwest and what it will mean for us over the next few days.
Just a short episode talking about when our next rain chance might arrive and what that might look like.
Big episode today talking about powerful Hurricane Milton, the BS surrounding weather modification, and the latest NMME forecast.
Many thanks to those that have reached out to me this week. I focus on whether there is any rain or snow coming our way and a brand new update from the EURO Seasonal Model.
I look at who is seeing continued drought and will it ease in the next two weeks. Plus, I tell you about the most important thing I did this past week...NOTHING to do with business or work.
I break down the upper level weather pattern that will lead to SOME of us getting rain this week.
Who will be getting moisture over the next two weeks along with my thoughts on the developing La Niña and updated seasonal forecast. Some of us are not going to be happy...
Some of us will get a good round of storms today, but certainly not everyone. Heat relief coming next week into Labor Day Weekend. Hoping for better rain chances Labor Day week too...
Breaking down the Pacific Decadal Oscillation (PDO) and Atlantic Multi-Decadal Oscillation (AMO) and why they are so important to our long range forecast.
A big thank you to all that reached out to me in the past week! Looking at latest short and long term trends along with the seasonal forecast info. Desert farmer meetup next Saturday in Burlington, Colorado!
Personal update about my retirement from television. Desert farmer meetup details, as well as a weather and La Niña update. Busy schedule of speaking coming up too... Life is great!
A sad recap about the hail damage that took place yesterday across Nebraska and Kansas. Pattern flips to a hotter and drier one, during the next two weeks, Plus, the latest seasonal models are out and are conflicted about whether La Niña is going to develop or not.
My thoughts on the next week, two weeks, and July. Also, I highlight the when and where for the summer version of the Desert Farmer Meetup.
A lot of folks have been getting some good and timely rain lately, which is great! I focus on the pattern going forward and what we have to worry about for the rest of this summer.
Detailing the potential for a favorable pattern change for the west/southwest High Plains, and why I am optimistic about it. Also, my final thoughts on the most famous cow on Twitter/X, the good...and unfortunately, the bad...
My effort to educate and provide an easy to understand and actionable message for the end users of rain forecasts. It pisses me off to see the message oversold, and the perceived accuracy of forecasts in decline. We've never been better...or worse.
What a northern lights display we saw last night! Some great rain chances heading our way, along with a little severe weather threat too. May is delivering for some of us, and hopefully more of us in the coming days.
Recapping some nice rain last night for some that haven't had rain since December. Big storm to impact some of us early this week with severe storms. EXTREME fire danger for some too... AND some DesertFarmer shoutouts...including #88'
Discussing the big severe storm outbreak of today, and possibly another tomorrow. Frustrating dryness in the "Dust Bowl" region, and when help COULD arrive...
Two storms to kick out of the Rockies this week that will provide good rain for some, and some rain for others. Severe thunderstorm chances will be on the rise with those storms for some of us. La Niña still full steam ahead and what that means...
Big storm will focus the most meaningful rain chances in the Corn Belt. Some severe thunderstorms too, even for some areas farther south. Extreme fire danger in the western High Plains on Monday and possibly Tuesday too...
Bent/Prowers Cattle and Horse Grower Association Shoutout! A look at the weather this week... MEAN TWEETS! And a long range weather teaser for later this week...
Weather pattern set to get active again, with three storms in the pipeline. I address which storm has the most potential and why...
A big thanks to the Texas and Southwestern Cattle Raisers Association for having me open their general session this morning! Great turnout, great people, and always good to be in Texas. Also, a MAJOR March storm is set to move through the Rockies and Plains late this weekend and early next week. EXTREME fire danger and blizzard conditions will occur for some...
A big thanks to the Texas Agricultural Cooperative Council for having me today! Short range weather update as we transition back to some winter next weekend. More worries about eastern New Mexico and western Texas.
Not a fun episode for me to do, but sometimes we have to have tough conversations. We likely have a short window to capitalize on the weather pattern, because I don't like what I am seeing down the road...
Big shoutout to the folks in the Texas Panhandle that have been dealing with the historic wildfire outbreak. Also, I focus on the pattern setting up for March, and why it could lead to an active severe storm season.
More thoughts on the long range / seasonal forecast. My focus is on who this El Nino has failed, and why it could be an immediate problem for some, and a future problem for others. Listen up and beware...
Lots to go through in this episode, from the relaxation of the current weather pattern to what could likely be a very active spring weather pattern. I also discuss on the ongoing transition from El Nino to La Nina, and what that could mean for later this year. Big shoutout to the Montana Stockgrowers, the Colorado Livestock Association, and to the Texas and Southwest Cattle Raisers...
I talk about the major storm set to deliver very heavy rain and heavy wet snow to parts of New Mexico, Texas, and Oklahoma. This is exactly what we need in these areas this time of year!
Recapping the amazing rain and snow impacted the region Friday and Saturday. I also address whether the pattern will remain active. Plus, some additional thoughts on the ENSO transition and PDO...
A gigantic thank you to all that attended and made the Desert Farmer Meetup successful. An update on the storm headed our way this weekend...
Here in Liberal, Kansas today for the Desert Farmer Meetup. We also have a big storm in the pipeline for next weekend, but the details are far from certain. Some additional long range thoughts...
Detailing the upcoming Desert Farmer Meetup in Liberal, Kansas and talking about the upcoming pattern change that could lead to a significant storm in early February.
Detailed look at the Arctic air that will encompass the Plains for the next several days. Potential pattern change late month into February that would bring better moisture prospects back to the region.
An update on the major storm set to impact the Plains, and what lies ahead thereafter. Winter is here to stay!
Talking about two storms in the pipeline, including blizzard potential with the first storm. Arctic air invades late next week and weekend, providing the coldest air of the season for many of us. Buckle up, winter is coming!
Just wrapping up all the significant weather that occurred in 2023, previewing more active weather as we start January...and giving a big thank you to all of you!
A disjointed storm system will exit the Rockies and push into the Plains. This provides a narrow window of opportunity for some wind driven snow for some areas of the Western High Plains. Listen for specifics!
Recap of the amazing rain and snow we saw last week. The next storm in the pipeline... And the importance of "letting the game come to you" right now... Be well!
Just a short update on the big moisture producing storm set to impact the western and southern Plains this week. Lots to be excited about!
A very important update on the ENSO transition that is likely to happen in 2024. Plus, I talk about a BIG STORM set to impact parts of the western/southern Plains this week. Rain and snow will occur, with some areas picking up a lot of much needed moisture! Yay!
Speaking at the Montana Grain Growers Association annual meeting. Always great to get up to Montana! Also, focusing on the MJO pattern for the last 3 weeks of December and what it could possibly mean.
I talk about the upcoming shot of wintry weather, that I eluded to about three weeks ago. Some decent snow possible for some of us, and cold weather likely for all of us. Also, more thoughts on what could shape up to be a wintry December... Happy Thanksgiving!
Looks like a storm is brewing for some of us later next weekend. Will it be rain or snow? I also provide an El Niño update, and how it impacts my long range forecast thoughts.
I give you three local beef processors to check out. Supporting quality people that produce a quality product is a big deal to me. Watch out for late November and early December, as it looks ACTIVE! The 2024 Desert Farmer Meetup is scheduled! Shoutout to the Tregellas family!
I address the quiet pattern now, and a potential return to active weather late this month with a possible MJO pulse. Also, I talk about some things tied to El Niño that I think are VERY important in how we view the next several months.
Addresses the recent beneficial rain and potential frost/freeze through Saturday morning. Looking at the importance of the MEI and the historical context of the current ENSO event. Could we have a wintry December? And a big shoutout to Blake O'Hare from Clovis, New Mexico!!!
Just a short update on rain chances and something that drives our weather patterns, OTHER than El Niño. Also, big shoutout to Brad Heffington from Littlefield, Texas.
I talk rain chances for the next 7-10 days and the good and bad messaging that has occurred with El Niño. Also, be cautious about making generalizations about how we start 2024 and how we will finish.
I talk about the health scare I had earlier this week, the recent cooler weather and rain, some drought folklore, and how grateful I am for your listenership.
The first episode of the #DesertFarmer Podcast. I talk about the mission of this podcast, rain this upcoming week, and some long range forecast info. Been wanting to do this for a very long time and I'm super excited about it! Let it rip!
