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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.

Here are some highlights from USDA's Prospective Plantings Report. (Gary Crawford)

Applications are now being accepted for the latest round of Rural Energy for America Program project funding - with some new elements included. (Rod Bain and Secretary Tom Vilsack)

Agriculture Secretary Tom Vilsack explains the two categories of funding under USDA's Rural Energy for America Program (REAP) as well as possible uses for funding.