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Much like the U.S. Drought Monitor that closed the month of May, the commodities in drought categories also reflect both drought coverage expansion and retraction in key growing areas. Rod Bain reports. PARTICIPANTS: Rod Bain and USDA meteorologist Brad Rippey

This week marks the 79th anniversary of D-Day. The nation's farmers played a key role in the success of the D-Day invasion. Gary Crawford has more. PARTICIPANTS: Gary Crawford . USDA historical expert, Anne Effland. Radio reporter, George Hicks. General Dwight D. Eisenhower. President Franklin...

USDA is now accepting funding applications for a new program designed to expand organic production in our nation. (Rod Bain and Under Secretary for Marketing and Regulatory Programs Jenny Moffitt)

Under Secretary for Marketing and Regulatory Programs Jenny Moffitt discusses the intent of new USDA funding program for organic producers and markets.

Under Secretary for Marketing and Regulatory Programs Jenny Moffitt explains the three components within USDA's Organic Transition Initiative.

We're seeing some improvement in the condition of the winter wheat crop. (Gary Crawfprd and USDA meteorologist, Brad Rippey)

USDA meteorologist, Brad Rippey, with a look at spring wheat condition.

Newly planted soybeans could use some more moisture in many areas. (Gary Crawford and USDA meteorologist, Brad Rippey)

Corn condition ratings are down this week. (Gary Crawford and USDA meteorologist, Brad Rippey)

USDA meteorologist, Brad Rippey, saying there are signs of possible problems in store for the corn crop.