A recent USDA study looks at how cover crop production integrated into cattle operations might provide economic benefits for producers as well as resource conservation benefits. (Rod Bain and economic researcher Maria Bowman)

USDA research economist Maria Bowman discusses a recent study looking at how cover crop production can and does play a role in livestock operations.

USDA economic researcher Maria Bowman discusses some of the findings from a recent study looking at how livestock producers incorporate cover crops into their operations.

The Agriculture Secretary Wednesday explained the need for farm producers and rural organizations among others to have a Farm Bill enacted into law soon. (Rod Bain and Secretary Tom Vilsack)

What is the range of weather forecasts associated with the upcoming Memorial Day holiday period and travel during that four-day time frame. (Rod Bain and USDA meteorologist Brad Rippey)

USDA meteorologist Brad Rippey discusses the continuation of active weather patterns across parts of the country throughout the days leading up to Memorial Day.

Topsoil moisture surplus condition ratings for this past week have reached a point not achieved in four years. (Rod Bain and USDA meteorologist Brad Rippey)

USDA meteorologist Brad Rippey looks at some of the notable state topsoil moisture surplus ratings for the period ending May 19th.

USDA meteorologist Brad Rippey discusses states with significant topsoil moisture very short to short condition ratings for the period ending May 19th.

USDA's latest view of our country's pasture and rangeland conditions reflects continued week-over-week improvement. (Rod Bain and USDA meteorologist Brad Rippey)