Rainfall during the past week has been enough to break the drought in most parts of Hawke's Bay. Hawke's Bay farmers are getting their first decent dose of rain in months and while it's enough to break the drought for most of the region, the battle isn't over. Many farms will be still facing a significant feed shortage as the country continues into the winter months. supplied Despite the rain, many farms will face a feed shortage as the winter months continue. "Currently, showers are being pushed into Hawke's Bay by a south-easterly flow, they aren't heavy, but are providing relief," he said.

Source: Stuff June 22, 2020 04:18 UTC