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USDA meteorologist Brad Rippey discusses some of the agricultural acreage impacted by significant floods of the past week.

What is the outlook for 2024-25 production totals regarding the Sunshine State’s orange crop, and in turn, its orange juice volumes? Rod Bain reports. PARTICIPANTS: Rod Bain and USDA research economist Catharine Weber

USDA meteorologist Brad Rippey looks at the forecasted timeline for flood waters to travel to parts of the Ohio and Mississippi Rivers in the coming week.

What can be done to control the spread of invasive pests and plant diseases that threaten both crops, forests, and backyard landscapes? Rod Bain reports. PARTICIPANTS: Rod Bain and Kathryn Bronsky of the Animal and Plant Health Inspection Service

USDA meteorologist Brad Rippey goes over some of the flood crests of significance from recent flooding in parts of the mid-South and Ohio River Valley.

Washington D.C. cherry blossoms - an annual tradition and celebration in the Nation’s Capital - have historical connections with the U.S. Agriculture Department. Rod Bain reports. PARTICIPANTS: Rod Bain and National Arboretum Director Richard Olson

What concerns are raised for some ag producers about a cold front established over parts of the Eastern U.S. this week? (Rod Bain and USDA meteorologist Brad Rippey)

USDA recently released its latest Ag Trade Outlook covering exports, imports, and trade balance from October to February. Rod Bain reports. PARTICIPANTS: Rod Bain and USDA economist Bart Kenner

USDA meteorologist Brad Rippey says other than a couple of exceptions, little to no precipitation is expected nationwide this week.

Producers wishing to enroll in either Agricultural Risk Coverage or Price Loss Coverage from USDA have until April 15th to do so. Rod Bain reports. PARTICIPANTS: Rod Bain and Farm Service Agency Administrator Bill Beam