Other than the fact that we had a problem with a plane spraying half of our farm, 2012 was a pretty good growing year for us. Not all that surprising to me is the fact that 2012 was also the last time we had drought conditions in our area. Our farm's soil and layout is such that we can do better in a drier year than a wetter year. Though I admit it would be best if we got some nice soaking rains now and again.