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The New Year in Southern California could enter in another round of heavy precipitation, and potentially in turn, flash flooding and debris flows.

USDA meteorologist Brad Rippey looks at a potential return of stormy conditions in Southern California to start the New Year - adding to concerns about more flash flooding and debris flows in the region.

USDA meteorologist Brad Rippey says above normal temperatures for the Western two-thirds of the country, and above normal precipitation for much of the nation is forecasted during the period of January 6 -12.

What were some of the effects of outbreaks of Highly Pathogenic Avian Influenza in commercial poultry operations in 2025, and what is the outlook for year's end into 2026. (Rod Bain and former Chief Economist Seth Meyer)

There is notable comparison between the economies of crop and livestock growers over 2025. (Rod Bain and former Agriculture Department Chief Economist Seth Meyer)

What were some of the threats of farm animal disease this year and what did it mean for various parts of the livestock industry? (Rod Bain and former USDA Chief Economist Seth Meyer)

January of 2025 kicked off the New Year with not one, but two, significant wildfires in the Golden State. (Rod Bain and USDA meteorologist Brad Rippey)

Looking for ways to reuse or recycle your real Christmas tree after its holiday display? There are some creative ideas to consider, according to a Cooperative Extension expert. (Rod Bain and Robin Buterbaugh of South Dakota State University)

In the realm of the Agriculture Department's Trade and Foreign Agricultural Affairs, there are several acronyms associated with efforts to expand foreign market access and increase foreign market development and promotion. Rod Bain discusses some of these acronyms in this edition of "Agriculture USA...

A senior Agriculture Department official lists some of the events in the ag economy and ag sector that he believes were notable in 2025. (Rod Bain and Chief Economist Seth Meyer)