Radio Newsline Archive

A return of hot dry weather in much of the West is expected for the next few days, leading to possible triple digit heat in spots, as well as mountain snowpack melt. (Rod Bai and USDA meteorologist Brad Rippey)

A lack of moisture in many parts of the Corn Belt is leading to increasing concern for how this year’s corn crop might fare during the remainder of the growing season. (Rod Bain and USDA meteorologist Brad Rippey)

Some rain is expected in parts of the central third of the U.S. – perhaps an indication that the dominant Omega Block of recent days is weakening? (Rod Bain and USDA meteorologist Brad Rippey)

USDA meteorologist Brad Rippey looks at what areas covered by a weather block could see some much-needed rain during the week, and what locales might come up short.

USDA meteorologist Brad Rippey says near to above normal temperatures and precipitation are expected for much of the nation for the period of July 4 - 10.

An expert says if we shop around, we could likely pay less than we did last year to buy chicken for that cookout. (Gary Crawford and USDA livestock analyst, Shayle Shagam)

Beef for the grill is costing more than last summer. (Gary Crawford and USDA livestock analyst, Shayle Shagam)

USDA livestock analyst, Shayle Shagam, gives some reasons why beef prices are higher than a year ago.