The first of several USDA led Regional Food Business Centers is now in business, and accepting grant applications to help small and mid-size farm and food businesses to grow. (Rod Bain and Felicity Merritt of the North Central Regional Food Business Center)

Felicity Merritt of the North Central Regional Food Business Center explains the concept and purpose of such centers, as well as business builder grants awarded by these entities.

USDA Regional Climate Hubs are still operating after ten years and still helping farmers deal with climate change. (Gary Crawford and Agriculture Secretary Tom Vilsack)

Winter wheat condition ratings are dropping fast. (Gary Crawford and USDA meteorologist, Brad Rippey)

USDA meteorologist, Brad Rippey, with wheat condition reports from several states.

USDA meteorologist, Brad Rippey, with a look at corn planting progress by state.

This has been a fast-paced planting season. (Gary Crawford and USDA meteorologist, Brad Rippey)

USDA meteorologist, Brad Rippey, with the latest on corn emergence.

USDA meteorologist, Brad Rippey, with soybean planting progress.

USDA meteorologist, Brad Rippey, with latest cotton planting numbers.