Many unpredictable forces are influencing retail food prices. That makes it very hard to forecast what those prices will do next. (Gary Crawford and USDA economist, Matt MacLachlan)

What are some of the thoughts about what should be in the conservation title of the next Farm Bill? (Rod Bain. Johnathan Coppess of the University of Illinois. Lynn Tjeerdsma. Dan Yeoman of ReHarvest.)

The latest USDA topsoil moisture condition rating reveals the continued divide between East and West. (Rod Bain and USDA meteorologist, Brad Rippey)

USDA meteorologist, Brad Rippey, discusses topsoil moisture conditions in the Eastern half of the country - mostly wet - for the week ending April 24th.

USDA meteorologist, Brad Rippey, discusses the latest USDA topsoil moisture condition report and how it reveals continued dry conditions for states in the Plains and Rockies.

Is the Forest Service ready for what's already shaping up to be a rough wildfire season? (Gary Crawford and Forest Service Chief Randy Moore)

Forest Service Chief Randy Moore telling a House Appropriations Subcommittee what's at stake if the wildfire crisis is not addressed.

Forest Service Chief Randy Moore telling a House Appropriations Subcommittee that his agency is dedicated to equal access to Forest Service facilities by the public and a diverse workforce devoid of discrimination.

USDA and other federal agencies are bringing the message of needed rural infrastructure projects and support programs to communities and regions as part of an ongoing White House Rural Infrastructure Tour. Rod Bain explains some of the programs, projects, and outreach offerings being discusses on...

Leaders of the Agriculture Department and Environmental Protection Agency began the week at various stops in North Carolina as part of the White House Rural Infrastructure Tour. (Rod Bain. Secretary Tom Vilsack. EPA Administrator Micheal Regan)