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USDA meteorologist Brad Rippey notes near to above normal temperatures and near to below normal precipitation for most of the nation for the period of October 17 - 23.

USDA recently helped milk producers facing various economic and weather challenges through its suite of dairy assistance programs. Rod Bain reports. PARTICIPANTS: Rod Bain and Farm Service Agency Acting Deputy Administrator John Berge

U.S. agricultural exports will likely achieve USDA forecast. (Gary Crawford and USDA economist, Bart Kenner)

A new report shows that the yearly growth in global agricultural productivity is shrinking. Gary Crawford has more. PARTICIPANTS: Gary Crawford. Dr. Tom Thompson with Virginia Tech University. Alexis Taylor, USDA Under Secretary for Trade.

Red hot imports of foreign agricultural products are cooling down. (Gary Crawford and USDA economist, Bart Kenner)

2024 marks the 100th anniversary of USDA’s Agricultural Outlook Forum with initial details about the centennial event recently announced. Rod Bain reports. PARTICIPANTS: Rod Bain and World Agricultural Outlook Board Chair Mark Jekanowski

Soybean growers are speeding up harvesting. (Gary Crawford and USDA meteorologist, Brad Rippey)

USDA recently announced sign-ups and soon to be sign-up deadlines for some of their natural resources conservation programs, with focus emphasizing climate smart conservation practices. Rod Bain reports. PARTICIPANTS: Rod Bain and Natural Resources Conservation Service Chief Terry Cosby

The corn harvest continues at a pretty good pace. Corn condition remains stable, as expected. (Gary Crawford and USDA meteorologist, Brad Rippey)

USDA meteorologist, Brad Rippey, with numbers on the corn harvest by state.