Well, it is HOT down here, I can tell you that.
And yes, crops are going through a rough time right now, but still not as bad as it was in the 2008 drought.
This "La Niña" crap (counterpart to "El Niño") is getting really annoying.
But, don't worry, crops will be reduced this year, but it's not THAT bad, according to meteorological reports, around mid-late february things
should start to improve.
Thanks!