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For many victims of natural disasters, such as recent tornado victims in Kentucky, the negative effects of those disasters can go much deeper and be felt much longer than just the physical losses. On this edition of AGRICULTURE USA Gary Crawford hears from a mental health expert about these effects...

There have been adverse conditions for the country's winter wheat crop. (Stephanie Ho and USDA meteorologist, Brad Rippey)

For many victims of natural disasters, the effects of those disasters can go much deeper than just the physical losses. Gary Crawford has more. PARTICIPANTS: Gary Crawford and Dr. Tina Chasek, University of Nebraska mental health professional.

What were this century's records for lowest and highest snow cover in the 48 states on Christmas morning? (Stephanie Ho and USDA meteorologist, Brad Rippey)

Knowing what's true and what's false about tornadoes could save your life. Gary Crawford has more. PARTICIPANTS: Gary Crawford and USDA meteorologist, Brad Rippey.

USDA meteorologist, Brad Rippey, says conditions in the southern and central Great Plains earlier this month were conducive to flash wildfires.

Are there some lawn and garden enthusiasts on you gift list? Here are some last minute gift ideas for them. Gary Crawford has more. PARTICIPANTS: Gary Crawford and Dennis Patton, Kansas State University Extension lawn and garden expert.

The drought-stricken southwestern part of the country will continue to be shut out of much-needed precipitation. (Stephanie Ho and USDA meteorologist, Brad Rippey)

Is your Christmas tree already dropping tons of needles? Gary Crawford has advice from an expert that could prevent that situation next year. PARTICIPANTS: Gary Crawford and "Josh", a tree expert from Evergreen Acres Christmas Tree Farm in Nokesville, Virginia.

Storms in the Northwest have led and will lead to huge increases in snow-water equivalency. (Stephanie Ho and USDA meteorologist, Brad Rippey)