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Rain and even snow is expected as a system travels across the nation during the course of this week. (Rod Bain and USDA meteorologist Brad Rippey)

USDA meteorologist Brad Rippey discusses how a system moving across the nation this week could impact both harvest activity for spring planted crops, and development of fall planted crops.

A recent college graduate discusses her involvement with a USDA program during high school, and other experiences, that led to her current position as a USDA plant protection specialist. Rod Bain reports. PARTICIPANTS: Rod Bain and Kiara McCallister

Cooperatives are an identifiable part of rural economies, and services focused on electricity and communications are among those recognized as part of National Cooperative Month. Rod Bain reports. PARTICIPANTS: Rod Bain and Rural Utilities Service Administrator Andrew Berke

A combination of Eastern Pacific tropical systems and a cold front is expected to bring needed moisture along much of the nation's Southeastern quadrant this week. (Rod Bain and USDA meteorologist Brad Rippey)

In most areas of the country, it's just about time, if not past time, to winterize your lawn mower. Gary Crawford reluctantly has this report. PARTICIPANTS: Gary Crawford. Ward Upham, with Kansas State University Extension

USDA meteorologist Brad Rippey provides the outlook of temperature ranges across the country for the next few days.

While you carve out that Halloween pumpkin, you can also amaze your friends with your pumpkin knowledge. Gary Crawford explains how. PARTICIPANTS: Gary Crawford and Greg Astill, economist with USDA's Economic Research Service.

USDA meteorologist Brad Rippey looks at an area of the country where dry conditions this week should help producers with various field activities.

USDA's Chief Economist recently provided a look at how the nation's farm economy might shape up for the remainder of this year. Rod Bain reports. PARTICIPANTS: Rod Bain and Chief Economist Seth Meyer