A significant rain event last week in the nation's mid-section contributed to improved numbers in USDA's latest topsoil moisture condition ratings. (Rod Bain and USDA meteorologist Brad Rippey)

USDA meteorologist Brad Rippey looks at states and regions with notable topsoil moisture surpluses for the period ending May 14th.

Significant precipitation over the past week plays a part in improvements in both categories in USDA’s latest Pasture and Rangeland Condition Report. (Rod Bain and USDA meteorologist Brad Rippey)

USDA meteorologist Brad Rippey notes areas of the country outside of the Southern and Central Plains with significant good to excellent pasture and rangeland condition ratings for the period ending May 14th.

What happens with avian Influenza is one wild card in trying to forecast what kind of year broiler producers will have in 2024. (Gary Crawford and USDA Outlook Chairman Mark Jekanowski)