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How might overwintering crops and livestocks be affected by the snows, winds, and bitter cold of this week's weather system crossing the Southern half of the nation? (Rod Bain and USDA meteorologist Brad Rippey)

USDA meteorologist Brad Rippey discusses possible weather once this week's winter storm system moves on, and how that may affect recovery efforts.

How do necessary staples of food and water play a crucial role in aiding cattle through extended cold periods? (Rod Bain and Karl Hoppe of North Dakota State University Extension)

North Dakota State University Extension's Karl Hoppe explains the importance of feed for cattle in generating energy and body heat to combat extreme cold conditions.

USDA's latest look at rural trends includes a glance at employment in nonmetro locales. (Rod Bain and Tracey Farrigan of the Economic Research Service)

USDA research economist Tracey Farrigan discusses rural employment growth trends, per the recent "Rural America at a Glance" report.

Tracey Farrigan of the Economic Research Service looks at rural industries and their employment growth rates per USDA's latest edition of "Rural America at a Glance".

Significant winter precipitation is expected in the nation's Southern tier the next few days due to an unusual combination of weather factors. (Rod Bain and USDA meteorologist Brad Rippey)

USDA meteorologist Brad Rippey explains the climatic conditions that will produce a significant winter storm system over much of the U.S. for the remainder of the week.

USDA meteorologist Brad Rippey talks about the path a winter storm system will travel in along much of the Southern U.S.