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Findings and present examples are part of recent USDA research into concentration in the food retail sector and what that may mean regarding competition. (Rod Bain and economic researcher James MacDonald)

A recent USDA study looked at trends in concentration among seed industry companies, and how competition was impacted. (Rod Bain and James MacDonald of the Economic Research Service)

USDA June prices report shows producers getting lower prices than June of last year for almost every product. (Gary Crawford)

What's behind this summer's widespread global heat wave? (Gary Crawford and USDA meteorologist, Brad Rippey)

USDA meteorologist, Brad Rippey, describes the progression of this summer's heat wave.

Most farm commodities showed price strength during November. (Gary Crawford)

It's turning dry in growing areas of central Argentina. (Gary Crawford and USDA Chief Meteorologist Mark Brusberg)

One weather related event stands out for its longevity and wide-range damage as the most impactful for agriculture nationwide in 2021. (Rod Bain and USDA meteorologist, Brad Rippey)

USDA meteorologist, Brad Rippey, talks about an August hurricane that had significant impacts through the eastern half of the country, its agriculture and its supply chain.

USDA meteorologist, Brad Rippey, discusses a February period of cold and how it affected agriculture, especially in Texas and Louisiana.