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USDA's quarterly look at grain stocks will be released in a few hours. (Gary Crawford and Lance Honig with USDA's National Agricultural Statistics Service)

That holiday weekend cheeseburger will cost more this year......or maybe less. Gary Crawford explains that puzzle in this report. PARTICIPANTS: Gary Crawford. Megan Sweitzer, USDA economist. Shayle Shagam, USDA livestock analyst.

Many of the nation's farmers are in line for a brief break from the searing heat this week. (Gary Crawford and USDA meteorologist, Brad Rippey and classic comedian, Groucho Marx)

One expert says wise last minute July 4th food shoppers may find some meat prices lower than a year ago. Gary Crawford has more. PARTICIPANTS: Gary Crawford and USDA livestock analyst, Shayle Shagam.

A weak low-pressure system in the Gulf of Mexico may turn out to be a blessing for some producers in Texas. (Gary Crawford and USDA meteorologist, Brad Rippey)

Along with the hot dogs and hamburgers, why not try some veggies on the outdoor grill? Gary Crawford has an expert to tell us how to do it. PARTICIPANTS: Gary Crawford and Dr. Sandy Proctor, Kansas State University.

USDA meteorologist, Brad Rippey, says the monsoon rain activity in the Southwest, which was in a short lull, is about to get active again.

Most July 4th outdoor grillers follow most of the recommended practices for food safety, but often miss one crucial step. Gary Crawford has more. PARTICIPANTS: Gary Crawford. Meredith Carothers, food safety expert with USDA's Meat and Poultry Hotline. ****Broadcasters: The USDA's Meat and Poultry...

USDA meteorologist, Brad Rippey, talking about a tropical cyclone that could in a week or so threaten northern South America and Central America.

This year�s U.S. cherry production forecasts reveal differing outlooks for tart and sweet cherries, and what might be available for consumers during the Independence Day holiday. Rod Bain reports. PARTICIPANTS: Rod Bain and Lance Honig of the National Agricultural Statistics Service