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Crush and imports were among the categories marking adjustments in USDA's April U.S. soybean supply and demand estimate. (Rod Bain and World Agricultural Outlook Board Chair Mark Jekanowski)

Changes were recorded in both USDA’s global and U.S. cotton supply and demand estimates for this month, including a notable increase in domestic ending stocks. (Rod Bain and World Agricultural Outlook Board Chair Mark Jekanowski)

India’s rice production forecast for this month was but one of several notable items from that country within USDA’s latest rice outlook. (Rod Bain and World Agricultural Outlook Board Chair Mark Jekanowski)

World Agricultural Outlook Board Chair Mark Jekanowski reviews USDA’s April Supply and Demand Estimate for U.S. rice.

Voicing their opinions and building relationships over the course of several days – National 4-H Conference delegates participating in this year’s event in the Nation’s Capital region. (Rod Bain and National Institute of Food and Agriculture Director Jay Hamby)

National Institute of Food and Agriculture Director Jay Hamby discusses the annual National 4-H Conference from a historical perspective and its emphasis as a working conference for delegates.

Will farmers who use cover crops keep using them after cash incentives end? (Gary Crawford and Dr. Rob Myers with the University of Missouri)

If you are trying to work or play outside in severe heat, an expert has some tips to help keep you safe from heat stroke. Gary Crawford presents that advice on this edition of Agriculture USA. PARTICIPANTS: Gary Crawford. USDA meteorologist, Brad Rippey. Ohio State University professor Dee Jepsen.

Dr. Rob Myers with USDA's Sustainable Ag. Research and Extension Group at the University of Missouri, saying a new farmer survey explodes the myth that farmers won't use cover crops unless they are paid to do it.

While overall nationwide drought coverage only rose one per cent through July and into August, there were significant changes across various regions of the country. Rod Bain reports. PARTICIPANTS: Rod Bain and USDA meteorologist Brad Rippey