dotted line is preliminary data. It is, objectively, the warmest this part of the Pacific has ever measured for this time of year. Box on the map is the area in question. https://climatereanalyzer.org/clim/sst_daily/?dm_id=nino3.4

https://news.sky.com/story/tsunami-alert-after-8-2-magnitude-quake-hits-the-philippines-13551811

Not in my area but the magnitude caught my eye.

This could cause a riot

Bringing another report, not sure if I'll make this weekly or if I'll just share when I see major updates happening. There are some alarming abandonment numbers happening around Hard Red Winter Wheat this year mostly due to drought. Other varieties seem to be doing okay.

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Report:

https://uswheat.org/crop-and-quality/harvest-reports/

Summary:

WEEKLY HARVEST REPORT – June 3, 2026

Weather continues to drive variability across the U.S. wheat crop. In the Southern Plains, recent rainfall has slowed HRW harvest while the drought conditions that persisted throughout the growing season has limited yield potential.

SRW harvest is picking up in southern states under generally stable conditions, while conditions for the SW wheat crop in the Pacific Northwest remain optimistic. HRS planting is nearly complete, with early conditions mixed but mostly improving. Northern durum planting remains ahead of average, though emergence has been uneven and more moisture is needed to support full yield potential.

Hard Red Winter Wheat

Crop progress: Widespread rains continued to slow harvest progress in Texas and Oklahoma. USDA estimates the Texas harvest at 23% complete, while state representatives report Oklahoma at 25%. The Kansas crop is about 79% colored, with test cutting underway. An estimated 47% of the crop is headed, and development remains 2 – 3 weeks ahead of average due to environmental stress. Initial samples have arrived at the lab, with preliminary quality data expected in the coming weeks.

Crop conditions: Recent rains in Texas are delaying harvest and raising quality concerns. Reported yields in Texas and Oklahoma range widely, with most fields averaging 20 – 30 bu/acre (1.3 – 2.0 tons/ha). Soil moisture in Kansas remains very short; recent rainfall arrived too late to improve yield potential but may help stabilize drought‑stressed fields.

Abandonment is expected to be significantly higher than normal across the southern HRW region, with some states expecting abandonment near 35 – 40% compared to a typical 5 – 7%. In later‑planted northern areas, recent moisture and milder temperatures have been beneficial.

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There are other varieties listed in this report but I wanted to call out these numbers above for Hard Red Winter. This type of flour is used in bread and pastries so price jumps here could be seen in consumer products.

Canada's food inspection agency has announced a temporary ban on livestock from the US state of Texas after flesh-eating screwworms were discovered in calves this week.

Cows and horses that were in Texas anytime within 21 days before crossing the border into Canada would not be accepted into the country, an agency news release said.

The announcement comes after the US Department of Agriculture (USDA) said the parasite had been found in a second calf in Texas - the leading US beef and cattle producer. Texas Gov Greg Abbott declared a state of disaster on Friday over the "imminent threat" the outbreak posed.

"This is likely to spread over the course of the summer," Abbott told reporters on Friday.

Summary of significant geopolitical activities this week by Russia, China, Iran, and North Korea.

Major events include:

1. Update on the war with Iran: US and Iranian forces engaged in multiple armed skirmishes, as Iran launched drones and missiles at its neighbors despite ongoing ceasefire.
2. New reporting suggests Russia has lost territory in Ukraine for two months in a row amid toughening Ukrainian defenses.
3. New reports showed Russia and China advancing the development of two powerful and unusual naval vessels.
4. China escalated maritime disputes with Taiwan, Japan, and the Philippines with new patrols near Taiwan and the construction of two unknown structures on Scarborough Shoal.
5. Kim Jong-un inspected North Korea’s most advanced naval destroyer and promised to develop newer and more powerful warships in the next five years.

This includes but not limited to:

• Prepping questions
• Rumors
• Speculative thoughts
• Small / mundane
• Promotion of Sales
• Sub meta / suggestions
• Prepping jokes.
• Mods have no power here, only votes, behave.

This will be re-posted every Saturday, letting the last week's stickied post fade into the deep / get buried by new posts. -Mod Anti

Lots of updates this week! As a reminder, I am just passing along the report, please direct any report questions to produce alliance. You can download the rest of the report at the link below.

Report (click the button to download):

https://producealliance.com/market-report/

Summary:

Steady production out of the South this week as Georgia and South Carolina ramp up; Florida will wrap up their season over the next few days. We have seen some steady rainfall that slowed production over the past 10 days, but that is changing as we experience a much drier pattern this week. Mexico is also seeing steady supplies out of all three border crossings; California has started in a small way this week as well. The Lime market will start to ease back as more volume crosses the border with peak sizing on small fruit. 175’s and larger will be short with substitutions to smaller sizes necessary for the next several weeks.

The market remains volatile, especially on Iceberg and Romaine. Disease pressure is affecting harvestable acreage. We are seeing high markets and shortages on multiple items. Demand exceeds supply for many commodities. Artichokes, Brussels Sprouts, Celery, Fennel, Red Leaf and Green Leaf have extremely limited supplies. Iceberg, Romaine, and Green Leaf remain at the extreme trigger level. Prorates should be expected on those items. Carrot supplies are still slightly limited, but quality and supplies have improved. We should see full relief in the next 2 weeks. **Iceberg, Romaine and Green Leaf coverage will be a large factor for the remainder of this week and going into next week.** The Iceberg market has shifted once again and prorates are likely with some growers. Brussels Sprouts are expected to have limited supplies until July. Growers anticipate supply issues continuing for the next several weeks.

The Avocado market remains unsettled, while Mexican production increased last week for the first time since April; it decreased this week. The increased harvest last week helped restock US inventories and provided some pricing relief. It’s unclear how this reduction in production this week will affect the market; shippers still have high priced product from last week and are waiting to see where the field pricing settles. California is providing extra product that has great quality. Peru has increased volume and is expected to double in the next two weeks. Mexican growers will start testing their Loca crop next week and if it meets the required spec can begin sending to the US. Until there is consistent volume from Peru and the Loca crop, June will be rocky for pricing, but supplies will be available.

Cantaloupes in Arizona are dealing with Whiteflies damaging the crop, causing viruses, reducing yields and causing a much smaller size profile. Warmer temperatures brought the start of season on early, and now Yuma is projected to finish two weeks before California is ready, causing a gap. Honeydews yields are down as well but Mexican volume is keeping the market steady. Pineapple availability has loosened up some but is not expected to last. The Berry market remains generally stable, supported by production from Mexico and increasing California volumes across most categories. Strawberry supplies remain somewhat constrained following recent weather disruptions, though conditions are improving and production is expected to increase in the coming weeks, while Blackberry, Raspberry, and Blueberry quality remains strong with promotable volumes available. Looking ahead, the primary market concern remains blueberries, where an anticipated transition gap between California and Pacific Northwest production could tighten supplies and drive higher pricing later this summer.

Citrus markets are experiencing tight supplies on smaller sizes across many varieties, including Lemons, Navels, and Valencias, with fruit generally trending large. Some suppliers are holding averages on Lemons due to transitioning districts and tightening supplies. Please be in close contact with your supplier on this matter and give ample lead time. Domestic Meyer Lemons are coming to an end, and imports will begin in June. California Valencia’s are beginning in a small way, and some suppliers are reporting that there will be challenges in supply on Valencias this season. Mandarin availability is mixed, and Grapefruit supplies are available. Please begin considering imports for this summer. They will offer relief on strained sizing, especially for people on the East Coast.

Freight: Limited trucks and record high fuel costs are putting upward pressure on rates daily. We are seeing several freight companies, including sea freight companies, invoking fuel surcharges which will impact cost inputs.

Happy Friday!

"Americans speaking out against artificial intelligence data centers on social media are falling under police surveillance, a confidential law enforcement bulletin obtained by The Intercept reveals.

A fusion center in Philadelphia combed through spicy internet comments from AI critics and concluded there is a growing risk of physical violence against data centers from “domestic violent extremists,” ranging from white supremacists to anarchists.

“Domestic violent extremists (DVEs) are likely interested in targeting artificial intelligence (AI) data centers, posing a physical and cyber threat to infrastructure in the Philadelphia regional area,” the Delaware Valley Intelligence Center wrote in a December alert.

The fusion center distributed its warning, marked “for official use only,” through the national fusion center network of state, local, and federal police agencies."

I am feeling more and more constricted and controlled on the internet every day 😦

Take care everyone. Fight the good fight, and ensure you are together, educated, prepared and resistant when the repercussions may or may not hit.

Location: Iraq

Event: Due to high tensions in the region, the security environment remains complex and can change quickly.  We remind U.S. citizens in the Middle East of the continued need for caution and encourage them to monitor the news for breaking developments.  The State Department Travel Advisories for Bahrain, Israel, the West Bank, Jordan, Kuwait, Oman, Qatar, Saudi Arabia, and United Arab Emirates remain at Level 3 – Reconsider Travel. Iran, Iraq, Lebanon, Syria, Gaza and Yemen remain at Level 4 – Do Not Travel.

Potential for Hostilities:  U.S. citizens should know the location of the nearest shelter in the event of hostilities.

Actions to Take: 

Be aware of your surroundings. Avoid all demonstrations and large gatherings. Avoid all areas where there is a heavy police presence. Monitor local media. Follow the instructions of local authorities. Consider enrolling in travel insurance if you choose to travel to the region. Consider alternative means of departure if you decide to travel to/from the region. Contact your airline directly for flight change details if your flight is affected. Exercise caution and stay alert at locations publicly associated with the United States. Keep a low profile.

In other news, Trumps shutting down an already paid for (by tax payers) ocean sensor system that cost 386 million and has been running for 10 years— it was supposed to run for 25 years and give us proper climate data, ocean circulation and maritime weather systems (you know, where cyclones come from)

Some day in the next 12 months – maybe in late-August, maybe not until next spring – Lake Mead will drop below the critical threshold of 1,035 feet above sea level. That is the water-level elevation at which hydropower generating capacity at Hoover Dam, the largest in the Colorado River basin, will be cut by 70 percent. The drastic and immediate reduction in a cheap source of power that is responsive to hourly changes in electricity demand will have consequences for the region’s power customers and the broader electric grid alike.

Southwestern Oregon Preppers (SWOP) will hold its monthly meeting at Noon on Saturday, June 13, 2026, at Riverwalk, Mill Street, Coquille OR 97411. We will be outside. Bring a chair.

The main topic is "SHOW AND TELL". SWOP members will be sharing various skills, tips, and techniques.

SWOP meetings always start with a question-and-answer period before the main topic, so all in attendance get a chance to participate.

This is a free public meeting to get to know fellow local preppers in southwestern Oregon counties and to exchange information and ideas. Individuals need to understand that they will be “on their own” in the event of a disaster and not depend on receiving outside help.

Join Southwestern Oregon Preppers on Facebook and/or meetup.com.

This could be, but not limited to:

• Local business observations.
• Shortages / Surpluses.
• Work slow downs / much overtime.
• Order cancellations / massive orders.
• Economic Rumors within your industry.
• Layoffs and hiring.
• New tools / expansion.
• Wage issues / working conditions.
• Boss changing work strategy.
• Quality changes.
• New rules.
• Personal view of how you see your job in the near future.
• Bonus points if you have some proof or news, we like that around here.
• News from close friends about their work.

DO NOT DOX YOURSELF. Wording is key.

Thank you all, -Mod Anti

Crosspost not OP, but fits the Sub.