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An uncommon weather event recently occurred in the North Central U.S. but what exactly is a derecho? Rod Bain reports. PARTICIPANTS: Rod Bain and USDA meteorologist Brad Rippey

The extreme heat wave across the nation means not just raised temperatures but raised concerns about crop and livestock conditions as well. (Rod Bain and USDA meteorologist Brad Rippey)

As nationwide temperatures remain extremely hot, the need to keep pet cools increases in importance. Rod Bain reports. PARTICIPANTS: Rod Bain and Kathy Campitelli of the Animal and Plant Health Inspection Service

USDA meteorologist Brad Rippey looks at current extreme heat events over corn and soybean growing areas, and what impacts may have occurred.

* - Food safety tips are available through the USDA Meat and Poultry Hotline … 1-888-MPHotline or e-mail at mphotline@usda.gov. - * Backyard or outdoor grilling this Independence Day holiday should include food safety considerations to prevent the potential of getting sick from unwanted bacteria...

The Desert Southwest monsoon season appears to be starting early and could be part of a system bringing moisture well beyond the region to other parts of the country. (Rod Bain and USDA meteorologist Brad Rippey)

The Agriculture Secretary recently discussed the five prongs within USDA’s strategy to address the threat of New World Screwworm entering our country and affecting our nation’s cattle and livestock. Rod Bain reports. PARTICIPANTS: Rod Bain and Secretary Brooke Rollins

USDA meteorologist Brad Rippey discusses a plume of moisture bringing heavy rainfall and potential active weather from the Desert Southwest to the Northeast later in the week.

USDA's Farm Service Agency begins its annual County Committee election process this month with nominations now being accepted for Committee seats. Rod Bain reports. PARTICIPANTS: Rod Bain and FSA Administrator Bill Beam

USDA meteorologist Brad Rippey says continued above normal temperatures nationwide will be coupled above normal precipitation for much of the country for the period of July 1 – 7th.