PHOTO GALLERY: Drought's effect on cattle farmer

Cattle wait to be fed Wednesday afternoon at Central Missouri Feed and Supply.   |  Parker Miles Blohm

Brian Lease, owner of Central Missouri Feed and Supply, drives around his farm Wednesday afternoon.   |  Parker Miles Blohm

Scorched grass has become a common sight this summer as the drought has taken a toll on farmers and their ability to properly feed their animals.   |  Parker Miles Blohm

Brian Lease holds corn gluten pellets, which are to feed cattle during the drier months when hay and grass become scarce.   |  Parker Miles Blohm