Forecasters say this winter could bring drought relief to some areas, but cause drought to develop and expand in other areas. (Gary Crawford and USDA meteorologist, Brad Rippey)

New numbers from USDA are adding more evidence to the fact that the U.S. beef herd is shrinking. Gary Crawford has more. PARTICIPANTS: Gary Crawford. USDA livestock analyst, Shayle Shagam. USDA economist, Carolyn Chelius.

Jon Gottschalck with NOAA's Climate Prediction Center, saying that this winter could bring drought development in some areas of the country.

What are some things for landowners to consider when they apply for USDA Natural Resources Conservation Service programs and the technical and financial assistance they provide? Rod Bain reports. PARTICIPANTS: Rod Bain and NRCS Chief Terry Cosby

* - ATTN: STATIONS: National Bat Week is October 24 - 31 - * What are some of thethreats faced by bat populations in our country and globally? (Rod Bain and Susan Loeb of the U.S. Forest Service)

Continued research of and innovation within sustainable agricultural systems is the intent of recent USDA grants. Rod Bain reports. PARTICIPANTS: Rod Bain and National Institute of Food and Agriculture Director Carrie Castille

A U.S.-led climate initiative will be formally announced during next month's COP26 UN Climate Change Conference. (Rod Bain and Secretary Tom Vilsack)

Retail price inflation for meat products is showing no signs of abating. (Gary Crawford and USDA economist, Carolyn Chelius)

Carolyn Chelius, USDA economist, with the latest forecasts for retail food prices.

* - ATTN: STATIONS: National Bat Week is October 24th - 31st - * Contrary to their Halloween and horror reputation, bats worldwide provide multiple benefits to humans. (Rod Bain and Susan Loeb of the U.S. Forest Service)