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USDA economic researcher Matthew Rabbitt discusses the purpose and construction of the annual Household Food Security in the U.S. study, including the 2023 report released this week.

USDA research economist Matthew Rabbitt discusses the definition of very low food security within the annual Household Food Security in the U.S. study, and how that is reflected in 2023.

USDA research economist Matthew Rabbitt discusses the correlation of nationwide household food security and use of federal nutrition programs and benefits, per the latest "Household Food Security in the U.S." report.

Matthew Rabbitt of the Economic Research Service discusses some of the regional and demographic details from within USDA's Household Food Security in the U.S. report covering 2023.

Continuing extreme heat and dryness in the Western U.S. continues to be reflected in both record setting high temperatures and wildfires in the region. (Rod Bain and USDA meteorologist Brad Rippey)

USDA meteorologist Brad Rippey says a summer of record is noted for Phoenix Arizona this year in terms of number of consecutive one-hundred-degree days.

USDA meteorologist Brad Rippey recaps recent wildfire activity in Wyoming and Montana - the latest parts of the West experiencing wildfire activity this year.

The second of two cold fronts within a week’s period should cover Midwest agricultural areas later in the week – unusual weather patterns for this time of year. (Rod Bain and USDA meteorologist Brad Rippey)

Where might rainfall be found across the country this week, and to what extent? (Rod Bain and USDA meteorologist Brad Rippey)

USDA meteorologist Brad Rippey says near to above normal temperatures and near to below normal precipitation will be predominant weather trends for the period of September 11 - 17.