We are not in severe shape - yet. But the reason we are not is because temperatures are typical for the spring and have been on the cool side.

A major concern is stock water, particularly in the Flint Hills - almost all that stock water is from ponds developed in pastures, and those pond water levels are way down, in some areas 40 to 50 percent of normal.

We're delighted to have signed Junichi, ... He obviously isn't fit at the moment but the reason we've done the deal now is we wouldn't have been able to sign him when he is due to complete his recovery as the window would be closed.

For some reason, when the other team scores, it's a wake-up call for our guys.

I believe this is a record high. There's probably no particular reason to expect that that increased price is not here to stay.

We see no reason to restate any circulation numbers reported by the Star Tribune,