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USDA meteorologist Brad Rippey goes over states with notable extreme to exceptional drought coverage for the period ending March 3rd.

USDA meteorologist Brad Rippey looks at drought coverage in Southern crop growing areas for the period ending March 3rd.

The latest U.S. Drought Monitor indicates coverage across the nation is above fifty per cent to start March. (Rod Bain and USDA meteorologist Brad Rippey)

New stocking standards for retailers involved in the Supplemental Nutrition Assistance Program were announced, with the objective of increasing healthier food options for SNAP beneficiaries. (Rod Bain. Health and Human Services Secretary Robert F. Kennedy Jr. Agriculture Secretary Brooke Rollins)

Agriculture Secretary Brooke Rollins explains the make-up of strategic partnerships for promotion of the latest Dietary Guidelines for Americans.

Collaborative efforts between federal, state, and private partners to educate the public about the nation’s latest Dietary Guidelines were recently announced. (Rod Bain and Secretary Brooke Rollins)

Washington D.C. cherry blossoms - an annual tradition and celebration in the Nation’s Capital - have historical connections with the U.S. Agriculture Department. (Rod Bain and National Arboretum Director Richard Olsen)

USDA meteorologist Brad Rippey says below normal Western Mountain snowpack totals are increasing worry about regional water supplies this Spring and Summer.

Western mountain snowpack accumulations in several states are below normal for this time of year, increasing concern about water supplies to the region this Spring and Summer. (Rod Bain and USDA meteorologist Brad Rippey)

USDA's latest Census of Horticultural Specialties reveals the top avenues that horticulture products are marketed. (Rod Bain and National Agricultural Statistics Service Administrator Joseph Parsons)