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What kinds of recreation, beyond the traditional, should National Forests offer for us in the future? Gary Crawford has this report. PARTICIPANTS: Gary Crawford and Gordi Blum with the U.S. Forest Service.

A cold front that has already established itself in the Upper Midwest is expected to make its way clear to the Deep South during the week. (Rod Bain and USDA meteorologist, Brad Rippey)

An expert says don't let food poisoning bacteria haunt your Halloween party. Gary Crawford has this report. PARTICIPANTS: Gary Crawford. Meredith Carothers with USDA's Meat and Poultry Hotline. ***Broadcasters, USDA’s Meat and Poultry Hotline number is 1-888-MPHotline (1-888-674-6854) Listeners can...

USDA meteorologist, Brad Rippey, notes temperatures recorded in the Upper Midwest that were unusually cold for even that area of the nation this time of year.

Recent USDA forecasts indicate concerns about Sunshine State orange production this year even before Hurricane Ian's recent visit to Florida. Rod Bain reports. PARTICIPANTS: Rod Bain and Lance Honig of the National Agricultural Statistics Service

USDA meteorologist, Brad Rippey, discusses how various crops across the country could be impacted by a cold front expected to cover parts of the Central U.S. this week.

October’s U.S. wheat supply and demand estimate and its adjustments are notable in several instances, due in part to previous reports look at our nation’s wheat crop and stocks. Rod Bain reports. PARTICIPANTS: Rod Bain and World Agricultural Outlook Board Chair Mark Jekanowski

Much of the country remains dry this month, that after September reached a mark for dry conditions in the U.S. (Rod Bain and USDA meteorologist, Brad Rippey)

Water levels on several major rivers are falling to levels that could pose problems for grain barge navigation. Gary Crawford has more. PARTICIPANTS: Gary Crawford. USDA meteorologist, Brad Rippey. Singer /Song Writers, Jimmie Rodgers and Johnny Rivers.

USDA meteorologist, Brad Rippey, notes a mixture of temperature ranges across the country, and above normal precipitation for most of the U.S., during the period of October 25-31.