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USDA meteorologist Brad Rippey looks at current U.S. Drought Monitor reports of drought coverage in both Spring and Winter wheat growing areas.

USDA meteorologist Brad Rippey covers hay and cattle production areas in drought and month-over-month changes in drought coverage for those commodities.

What does weather look like across country the next few days as travelers take advantage of the Labor Day holiday weekend? (Rod Bain and USDA meteorologist Brad Rippey)

USDA meteorologist Brad Rippey discusses hot, dry conditions in the Western U.S. this Labor Day weekend and the potential of wildfire activity starting as a result.

The Agriculture Secretary Wednesday announced the next step is taking place regarding potential development of an H5N1 virus vaccine for cattle. (Rod Bain and Secretary Tom Vilsack)

An initiative to increase domestic fertilizer production was expanded Wednesday with the announcement of seven new projects under a USDA program. (Rod Bain and Secretary Tom Vilsack)

Effective Reference Prices remains a key sticking point regarding passage on a new Farm Bill, according to the Agriculture Secretary. (Rod Bain and Secretary Tom Vilsack)

Extended dryness in several parts of the country this past week is reflected in USDA's latest look at topsoil moisture. (Rod Bain and USDA meteorologist Brad Rippey)

USDA meteorologist Brad Rippey looks at how excessive heat and dryness has impacted topsoil moisture on a state level for the period ending August 25th.

Summertime conditions are behind the numbers within USDA’s latest Pasture and Rangeland Condition Ratings report. (Rod Bain and USDA meteorologist Brad Rippey)