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USDA meteorologist Brad Rippey notes a fast pace continuing to the nation's spring wheat crop harvest as of September 7th.

The first numbers from domestic cotton harvest are now available from USDA, but only one state is reporting. (Rod Bain and USDA meteorologist Brad Rippey)

USDA meteorologist Brad Rippey goes over progress in the inaugural week of winter wheat crop planting for next year's crop.

Those new to home canning may think they can improvise canning recipes like in cooking, but a Cooperative Extension expert explains why that is not a good idea. (Rod Bain and North Dakota State University Extension’s Julie Garden Robinson)

Christmas tree grower John Tillman discusses some of the steps needed in the late winter, spring, and summer months to assure a harvest of real Christmas trees ready for consumers by the holiday season.

USDA meteorologist Brad Rippey notes the rapid expansion of drought in cotton growing areas during the month of August.

The last few months of the year are among the busiest for Christmas tree growers as they prepare their merchandise for the upcoming holiday season. (Rod Bain and John Tillman)

The condition of this year’s corn and soybean crops offer an illustration of how the timing of drought during the growing season makes a difference in crop success. (Rod Bain and USDA meteorologist Brad Rippey)

USDA meteorologist Brad Rippey discusses hay and cattle producing areas in drought per the U.S. Drought Monitor for the period ending September 2nd.

USDA meteorologist Brad Rippey talks about drought coverage over the past few months and its impacts on both the nation's winter and spring wheat growing areas.