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USDA meteorologist Brad Rippey notes near to above normal temperatures nationwide, and a mix of precipitation across the country, during the period of October 1 - 7.

USDA meteorologist Brad Rippey explains that the forecasted landfall spot and path of Tropical Storm Helene resembles that of two previous tropical storms over the past two years.

Much of the Central and Western U.S. this week will experience above normal temperatures and little to no precipitation, although there are exceptions. (Rod Bain and USDA meteorologist Brad Rippey)

USDA meteorologist Brad Rippey talks about some of the weather impacts that could result from Tropical Storm Helene when it reaches landfall along Florida’s Gulf Coast later this week.

USDA meteorologist Brad Rippey looks at what might be potential implications to agriculture from Tropical Storm Helene - expected to reach Florida later this week.

Producers in Hawaii will soon have access to another tool in the crop protection arsenal. (Gary Crawford and the Administrator of USDA's Risk Management Agency Marcia Bunger)

Administrator of USDA's Risk Management Agency Marcia Bunger outlines how farmers in Hawaii can find out more about the Pastures, Rangelands and Forage crop insurance program.

USDA announces investments in two of its premiere international development programs - one focused on nutrition and education – the other assisting countries in strengthening their ag systems. (Rod Bain. Former U.S. Senators George McGovern (D-SD) and Robert Dole (R-KS))

USDA's Equity Commission gathered Wednesday to discuss three years of efforts to improve equity to the Department itself and its programs. (Rod Bain and Deputy Secretary Xochitl Torres Small)

Deputy Agriculture Secretary Xochitl Torres Small discusses some of the recommendations from USDA's Equity Commission report, and how they have been enacted since the report's release early this year.