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Extended freezes have plagued parts of the Northern Plains and Upper Midwest. (Stephanie Ho and USDA meteorologist, Brad Rippey)

Millions of big bugs are expected to invade parts of the Eastern U.S. very soon. They may ignore social distancing rules. Gary Crawford has more. PARTICIPANTS: Gary Crawford and Michael Raupp, University of Maryland Professor Emeritus and entomologist.

A late season cold wave is lingering in the central part of the country.(Stephanie Ho and USDA meteorologist, Brad Rippey)

Some folks in the Eastern half of the U.S. are about to experience a rare, mysterious event which still baffles science. Gary Crawford has more. PARTICIPANTS: Gary Crawford and University of Maryland Professor Emeritus Michael Raupp.

The northern part of the country has seen record setting cold temperatures. (Stephanie Ho and USDA meteorologist, Brad Rippey)

The latest USDA Agricultural Trade Update shows stronger exports and prices than most experts had expected. Gary Crawford has more. PARTICIPANTS: Gary Crawford. USDA Outlook Board Chairman Mark Jekanowski. USDA economist, Dylan Russell

Some crop production areas can expect some beneficial rain. (Stephanie Ho and USDA meteorologist, Brad Rippey)

The latest U.S. Drought Monitor indicates widening coverage of drought nationwide, and in the West in particular, raising concerns for water managers and growers. Rod Bain reports. PARTICIPANTS: Rod Bain and USDA meteorologist Brad Rippey

There is potential for heavy rain in the southern United States. (Stephanie Ho and USDA meteorologist, Brad Rippey)

As drought coverage expands nationwide, so do the potential impacts on water resources, crops, and livestock. Rod Bain reports. PARTICIPANTS: Rod Bain and USDA meteorologist Brad Rippey