What are some of the trends reflected in the Agriculture Department’s latest monthly look at grocery store food prices? Rod Bain reports. PARTICIPANTS: Rod Bain and economist Megan Switzer

The first federal forecast for this year's Atlantic hurricane season indicates the possibility of a record number of named storms. Rod Bain reports. PARTICIPANTS: Rod Bain. National Oceanic and Atmospheric Administration Administrator Rick Spinrad. USDA meteorologist Brad Rippey.

The nation is experiencing a climatic pattern change over the summer, but signs of its transition may not appear over the next three months. Rod Bain reports. PARTICIPANTS: Rod Bain and USDA meteorologist Brad Rippey

One expert says that in some cases owners of dams tend to pay little attention to them until there's a major safety problem. Gary Crawford has more. PARTICIPANTS: Gary Crawford and James Demby with USDA's Natural Resources Conservation Service. **National Dam Safety Awareness Day is May 31st**

It's not only hiking and camping season, but also, unfortunately, tick season. Gary Crawford has this report. PARTICIPANTS: Gary Crawford. University of Nebraska Extension insect expert, Kait Chapman.

A recent White House event featured announcements from the Agriculture Secretary on investments for rural infrastructure and economic development. Rod Bain reports. PARTICIPANTS: Rod Bain and Secretary Tom Vilsack

Food price inflation is the lowest in years. Gary Crawford has more. PARTICIPANTS: Gary Crawford and USDA economist, Megan Sweitzer

Do any of the usual insect deterrents actually work to keep bugs away from our cookouts and picnics? Gary Crawford has this report. PARTICIPANTS: Gary Crawford and Kait Chapman with the University of Nebraska.

Outdoor grillers follow most of the recommended food safety rules, but often ignore one crucial rule. 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 Hotline number is 888...

The CDC says millions of us will get sick this summer from outdoor grilling mistakes. Gary Crawford has a list of the three biggest goofs. PARTICIPANTS: Gary Crawford and Meredith Carothers, food safety expert with USDA's Meat and Poultry Hotline. Also, Larry, Moe and Curly. ****Broadcasters: The...