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Small businesses contribute more to the nation's economy than you might think. Gary Crawford has more. ***2024's National Small Business Week was April 28th - May 4th*** PARTICIPANTS: Gary Crawford. President Joe Biden. Vice President Kamala Harris. Agriculture Secretary Tom Vilsack.

USDA meteorologist Brad Rippey discusses the shift in active weather patterns across parts of the eastern U.S. during this week.

Atmospheric conditions are behind what was a significant April concerning tornado counts in the U.S., just as the peak of our nation’s tornado season takes place. Rod Bain reports. PARTICIPANTS: Rod Bain and USDA meteorologist Brad Rippey

A warming trend this week is welcomed by some Pacific Northwest growers who experienced freezing temperatures over the past week. (Rod Bain 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 warm and wet weather conditions will be predominant nationwide for the period of May 14 - 20.

The iconic wildfire prevention symbol celebrates eighty years of service in 2024, but how can you write to him to give him anniversary well-wishes? Rod Bain reports. PARTICIPANTS: Rod Bain. Lincoln Bramwell of the U.S. Forest Service. Smokey Bear.

It's coming soon--USDA's first forecast for 2024 crop production and demand. (Gary Crawford and USDA Outlook Board Chairman Mark Jekanowski)

You've put a lot of work into that vegetable garden of yours, but how can you keep the critters from stealing you blind? Gary Crawford has this report. PARTICIPANTS: Gary Crawford. Charlie Lee, retired Kansas State University extension wildlife expert. Also, cartoon farmer, Emer Fudd.

USDA Outlook Board Chairman Mark Jekanowski, listing some of the data that USDA will use this week as it makes its first supply and demand forecast for 2024 crops.