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There are at least two bright spots in the latest USDA agricultural trade update. (Gary Crawford and USDA economist, Bart Kenner)

We'll have to wait another month before we get USDA's first supply and demand forecasts for the new crop year. (Gary Crawford and USDA Outlook Board Chairman Mark Jekanowski)

How do cuirrent reservoir levels and this Winter's mountain snowpack shape water supplies for various parts of the West this Spring and Summer? Rod Bain reports. PARTICIPANTS: Rod Bain and USDA meteorologist Brad Rippey

What can be done to control the spread of invasive pests and plant diseases that threaten both crops, forests, and backyard landscapes? Rod Bain reports. PARTICIPANTS: Rod Bain and Kathryn Bronsky of the Animal and Plant Health Inspection Service

It appears outside of an active storm system in the-South Central part of the country, most of the nation will encounter little or no precipitation this week. (Rod Bain and USDA meteorologist Brad Rippey)

Does Spring have you inspired to plant a tree or two? An expert says do your homework before you start digging. Gary Crawford has more. PARTICIPANTS: Gary Crawford and Ward Upham, retired Kansas State University Extension horticulture expert.

A weather system currently over the South-Central U.S. and moving eastward is expected to provide a myriad of active weather conditions during its trek this week. (Rod Bain and USDA meteorologist Brad Rippey)

One expert says using screen time as a pacifier for babies and very young children is not a good idea. Gary Crawford has more. PARTICIPANTS: Gary Crawford. Kansas State University Child Development Specialist Bradford Wiles. Buffalo Bob Smith of Howdy Doody fame.

USDA meteorologist Brad Rippey discusses active weather crossing the nation this week, and areas where farm field work could be delayed as a result.

Researchers say there are many problems associated with spending too much screen time. Gary Crawford has more. PARTICIPANTS: Gary Crawford and Kansas State University Extension Child Development Specialist Bradfold Wiles.