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Strawberries are popular to many consumers, but what are some fun facts and tips on growing and eating this fruit? Rod Bain reports. PARTICIPANTS: Rod Bain. USDA Veg-U-cators Chatelle Oyi and Nikita Vivekanandan

For six consecutive years, a named storm in the Atlantic Basin has occurred prior to the June First official start of the annual hurricane season. Will the streak continue in 2022? (Rod Bain and USDA meteorologist, Brad Rippey)

The first tranche of money to producers eligible under a new USDA disaster relief program will soon be sent out. Rod Bain reports. PARTICIPANTS: Rod Bain and Secretary Tom Vilsack

USDA meteorologist, Brad Rippey, notes a Texas community experiencing record-setting heat this month as an example of the ongoing early season heat in the Southern Plains.

Many farmers are struggling to crops planted this year, but one economist says the struggle could pay off later on. Gary Crawford has more. PARTICIPANTS: Gary Crawford and USDA Chief Economist Seth Meyer.

USDA meteorologist, Brad Rippey, discusses the early start to wildfire season in the Southwest with emphasis on its most notable fire complex.

How much will the war in Ukraine reduce that nation's crop production and crop exports? Gary Crawford has this report on a new USDA forecast. PARTICIPANTS: Gary Crawford and USDA Outlook Board Chairman Mark Jekanowski)

USDA meteorologist, Brad Rippey, reports sharp contrast in temperatures across the country and near-to-above normal precipitation nationwide for the period of May 24 - 30.

The Environmental Protection Agency's Farm, Ranch, and Rural Community Advisory Committee has recently been rechartered, and given a charge topic by EPA's Administrator. Rod Bain reports. PARTICIPANTS: Rod Bain and EPA Administrator Micheal Regan

The Agriculture Secretary recently offered examples of how actions by some nations regarding commodity markets may impact food security in some parts of the world. (Rod Bain and Secretary Tom Vilsack)