It's been an extremely hot summer in south Georgia, but the season has not been without its share of rainfall. Following a historic drought two years ago, recent showers have been a gift to local farmers who grow pecans, peanuts, and cotton.

As dark clouds loom above the pecan orchards, farmers wait for the skies to open up. September is a crucial time for preparing southwest Georgia's number one money maker crop for harvest in the fall. Sunnyland Farms in Albany saw about half an inch of rain Sunday.

Read more: WALB

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