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An area not necessarily thought of for Christmas tree production offers for its region a variety of species for the holidays. (Rod Bain and John Kushla of Mississippi State University Extension)
How much topsoil dryness is indicated for the country as USDA issues its final topsoil moisture condition ratings for the year? (Rod Bain and USDA meteorologist Brad Rippey)
USDA meteorologist Brad Rippey looks at the final national topsoil moisture surplus condition rating for 2025, as well as states with notable topsoil moisture surplus.
Turkey legs have become a popular treat at a Japanese amusement park and will continue to be so thanks to a public-private collaboration addressing a potential barrier. (Rod Bain and Under Secretary for Trade and Foreign Agricultural Affairs Luke Lindberg)
While enjoying a Thanksgiving dinner pumpkin pie, think about which state is the largest source for this holiday dessert staple. (Rod Bain and Mohammad Babadoost of University of Illinois Extension)
What has been some of the results to date of a recent USDA-led agricultural trade mission to Mexico? (Rod Bain and Under Secretary for Trade and Foreign Agricultural Affairs Luke Lindberg)
USDA meteorologist Brad Rippey says near to below normal temperatures and near to above normal precipitation will be predominant nationwide for the period of December 2 - 8.
Shoppers continue to find deals offered by retailers meant to purchase not only the Thanksgiving meal turkey, but some of the trimmings as well. (Rod Bain and USDA livestock analyst Michael McConnell)
USDA meteorologist Brad Rippey looks at some potential areas of weather concern for travellers heading home in the later part of the post Thanksgiving weekend.