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Areas impacted by tornadoes over the past week and weekend could face another round of active weather during the middle part of this week. (Rod Bain and USDA meteorologist Brad Rippey

USDA meteorologist Brad Rippey discusses how recent tornadic activity reflects what is the traditional peak of the annual tornado season in the U.S.

USDA meteorologist Brad Rippey talks about what could be one potential benefit of this week's active weather in a region needing crop moisture.

The Agriculture Secretary says the new IRS tax credit policy for sustainable aviation fuel is a big win for climate smart farmers. (Gary Crawford and 'Agriculture Secretary Tom Vilsack)

Agriculture Secretary Tom Vilsack says new tax guidance on sustainable aviation fuel gives value to Farmers' climate smart practices and crops.

There are three things we should know about the current situation with bird flu in dairy cows. ( Gary Crawford and Agriculture Secretary Tom Vilsack)

Colder than normal temperatures this week in parts of the Pacific Northwest could result in freeze concerns regarding winter grain and fruit crops in the region. (Rod Bain and USDA meteorologist Brad Rippey)

USDA meteorologist Brad Rippey says both near-to-above normal temperatures and precipitation will be found across most of the nation during the period of May 7 - 13.

An extended weekend of active weather brought the nation's first major tornadic outbreak of the year, with damages and fatalities reported in parts of the nation's mid-section. (Rod Bain and USDA meteorologist Brad Rippey)

USDA meteorologist Brad Rippey talks about tornadic activity during the first four months of this year including a recent extended weekend outbreak.