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What might be some of the questions regarding U.S. farm and food trade in the New Year, based in part on some of the developments of 2024? (Rod Bain and Chief Economist Seth Meyer)

How does the forecast for Western water supplies this Spring and Summer look so far from a mountain snowpack accumulation perspective? (Rod Bain and USDA meteorologist Brad Rippey)

USDA meteorologist Brad Rippey discusses climatic factors behind above average mountain snowpack accumulations in the Pacific Northwest so far this Western water season.

USDA meteorologist Brad Rippey looks at snowpack accumulations across the Northern Mountain ranges of the West during the initial one-third of the Western water season.

USDA meteorologist Brad Rippey explains the growing concerns about mountain snowpack totals in the Southwestern U.S. and less available water supplies from regional reservoirs.

Just like many of their owners, many U.S. pets are putting on too much weight. (Gary Crawford and Dr. Susan Nelson)

Dr. Susan Nelson, veterinarian at Kansas State University, saying that if your pet is overweight, it can develop many health problems and have a shorter lifespan.

Two White House nominees with USDA connections were confirmed by the Senate for positions of USTR Chief Ag Negotiator and Under Secretary for Food Safety respectively. (Rod Bain. Doug McKalip. Jose Emilio Estaban.)

What kind of weather will Santa run into on his trip this year? Well, Santa is getting a pre-flight weather briefing right now. (Gary Crawford. USDA meteorologist, Mark Brusberg and the big man himself)

Santa and his reindeer are getting some help from the U.S. Department of Agriculture that will clear the way for Santa's annual delivery trip. (Gary Crawford and Dr. Brianna Schur with USDA's Animal and Plant Health Inspection Service)