Record high temperatures and lack of rain across the United States continue to fuel the worst drought in a generation.
U.S. Droughts Affecting Crop Supply

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Many Arkansas fields have required 24 hour irrigation for much of the growing season due to a lack of rain and hot weather.

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A sign at the fire department reminds people of the mandatory water usage ban as water levels drop in Cicero, Indiana July 19, 2012.

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Illinois farmer Joe Pickrell climbs back into the combine after a maintenance break.

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Central Illinois corn crops show signs of stress.