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Has U.S. pasture and rangeland conditions nationwide improved since the last report in the fall, and this same time last year? (Rod Bain and USDA meteorologist Brad Rippey)

USDA meteorologist Brad Rippey gores over states with notable pasture and rangeland condition ratings for the period ending May 4.

A diverse method of current and developing research is assisting in better understanding and control of various animal influenzas. Rod Bain looks at examples of these ongoing efforts in this edition of “Agriculture USA”. PARTICIPANTS: Rod Bain. Roxann Motroni of USDA’s Agricultural Research Service...

FY 2026 budgetary hearings before lawmakers is among the itinerary items for the Agriculture Secretary in what is expected to be an active week. (Rod Bain and Secretary Brooke Rollins)

Is above average tornado activity for March and April a precursor to more severe storms during the final two months – the peak – of this year’s U.S. tornado season? Rod Bain reports. PARTICIPANTS: Rod Bain and USDA meteorologist Brad Rippey

The application process for the disaster assistance tranche of USDA’s Emergency Commodity Assistance Program is soon coming, according to the Agriculture Secretary. (Rod Bain and Secretary Brooke Rollins)

What does the National Interagency Fire Center predict for potential wildfire activity across the country from May through August? Rod Bain reports. PARTICIPANTS: Rod Bain and NIFC meteorologist Jim Wallman

The Agriculture Secretary Tuesday gave indication when a proposed USDA reorganization plan could be unveiled. (Rod Bain and Secretary Brooke Rollins)

Planning and work between USDA and state agencies occurs annually in addressing the threat of an invasive pest on our nation’s hardwood trees. Rod Bain reports. PARTICIPANTS: Rod Bain and Kathryn Bronsky of the Animal and Plant Health Inspection Service

A second rainmaking system traveling through the Gulf Coast states this week could bring flooding to parts of the region like what the Southern Plains is experiencing. (Rod Bain and USDA meteorologist Brad Rippey)