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Topsoil continued to dry out in various parts of the nation, including states with topsoil moisture surplus. (Rod Bain and USDA meteorologist Brad Rippey)

USDA meteorologist Brad Rippey looks at states with notable very-short to short topsoil moisture condition ratings for the period ending April 20th.

How did USDA’s recent Fruit and Tree Nut Outlook indicate trends associated with pistachio production for this growing season? (Rod Bain and economist Catharine Weber)

USDA economist Catharine Weber discusses trends for the nation's pistachio crop such as continued growth in acreage and in consumption.

Big data continues to be a growing part of ag operations – whether in the field, research lab, or resource offering. How far has ag come in the development of big data and what are some projects and programs that could feature big data in the future? Rod Bain takes a look in this edition of...

A series of storms this week bode well to improve crops and pastures in a stretch east from the Rocky Mountains. (Rod Bain and USDA meteorologist Brad Rippey)

Soil conservation efforts and advocacy go farther back then the 90th anniversary of Congression creation of a USDA agency, according to one historian. Rod Bain reports. PARTICIPANTS: Rod Bain and Natural Resources Conservation Service historian Shelby Callaway

USDA meteorologist Brad Rippey provides additional insight into a series of storms this week bringing needed rain to places like the Plains experiencing dry conditions for crops and pastures.

A U.S. Forest Service historian recalls some of the notable women contributors to the agency and our nation's forest. Rod Bain reports. PARTICIPANTS: Rod Bain and Forest Service historian Rachel Kline

USDA meteorologist Brad Rippey notes some of the positive impacts to crops receiving rains this week from a series of active storm systems.