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USDA meteorologist Brad Rippey discusses drought coverage of winter wheat, hay, and cattle for the period ending January 30.

Montana is among the states highlighted regarding winter wheat crop condition within USDA’s end of January State Stories report. (Rod Bain and USDA meteorologist Brad Rippey)

USDA meteorologist Brad Rippey notes states reporting significant winter wheat crop condition improvements in the January State Stories report.

What does USDA’s latest State Stories reveal regarding month over month changes in pasture and rangeland conditions for some reporting states? (Rod Bain and USDA meteorologist Brad Rippey)

Last winter's abundant snowpack and subsequent runoff continues to bode well for most Western water reservoirs this winter. (Rod Bain and USDA meteorologist Brad Rippey)

The Agriculture Secretary weighed in on nourishment's role in healthy outcomes as part of a panel during the Department of Health and Human Services' "Food is Medicine" summit. (Rod Bain and Secretary Tom Vilsack)

Agriculture Secretary Tom Vilsack provides his views on the subject of "Food is Medicine" during a Health and Human Services Department summit of the same name.

Agriculture Secretary Tom Vilsack discusses how research and education on the benefits of nutrition is vital to improve better health outcomes.

Agriculture Secretary Tom Vilsack explains how incentives and more supply through diverse markets can improve nutrition and health during a recent Health and Human Services summit.

Increased precipitation in several reporting states was reflected in USDA's latest look at topsoil moisture ratings. (Rod Bain and USDA meteorologist Brad Rippey)