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The USDA Feedstock Carbon Intensity Calculator (FD-CIC) web tool allows users to determine the carbon intensity scores for biofuel feedstocks directly from their browser. USDA FD-CIC is also available as an Excel tool here . USDA FD-CIC Web Tool User Guide (updated 9/4/2026)

USDA meteorologist Brad Rippey says near to above normal temperatures and precipitation for most of the country is expected during the period of August 18 - 24.

USDA meteorologist Brad Rippey says near to above normal temperatures and precipitation for most of the country is expected during the period of August 18 - 24.

Potential tropical storms are expected to develop both in the Atlantic and Pacific Ocean Basins this week - a change from what has been so far a quiet year for tropical systems and hurricanes. (Rod Bain and USDA meteorologist Brad Rippey)

Where you are in the Great Plains this week determines if rain relief or continued extreme heat is part of your weather forecast. (Rod Bain and USDA meteorologist Brad Rippey)

Agriculture Department meteorologist Brad Rippey says storm systems traveling along the Midwest this week have potential to become active weather patterns with thunderstorms and high winds.

This next week should continue favorable weather trends for major corn and soybean growing areas of the country. (Rod Bain and USDA meteorologist Brad Rippey)

USDA meteorologist Brad Rippey summarizes wildfire activity in the Pacific Northwest and if any weather related relief will be on the way this week.

USDA meteorologist Brad Rippey discusses some of the affects of significant wildfire activity in the Pacific Northwest.

Wildfire complexes in the Pacific Northwest continue to grow, with fire activity expected to continue in the region for the foreseeable future. (Rod Bain and USDA meteorologist Brad Rippey)