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The latest USDA Topsoil Moisture Condition report reflects overall drying nationwide, even though much of the Eastern two-thirds of the country experienced recent significant precipitation. (Rod Bain and USDA meteorologist Brad Rippey)

USDA meteorologist Brad Rippey explains that expected continuing rains in spring crop growing areas is coming at a perfect time for crops in development.

Defense Secretary Pete Hegseth, Homeland Security Secretary Kristi Noem, and Attorney General Pam Bondi discuss the importance of farm security and USDA’s National Farm Security Action Plan during an announcement event Tuesday.

The Agriculture Secretary and cabinet level colleagues were part of a Tuesday announcement on a comprehensive plan to protect American agriculture from various foreign threats. (Rod Bain and Secretary Brooke Rollins)

Several parts of the hot dry West face climatic factors this week that could start, or fuel existing, wildfire activity. (Rod Bain and USDA meteorologist Brad Rippey)

Rainfall from the Rocky Mountains to the Atlantic Coast is expected to be a constant for the remainder of this week. (Rod Bain and USDA meteorologist Brad Rippey)

USDA meteorologist Brad Rippey notes potential increase in wildfire activity in the West this week perhaps adding to current complexes such as California's Madre Fire.

USDA meteorologist Brad Rippey says above normal temperatures and precipitation nearly nationwide continues as the predominant weather pattern for the week of July 15 - 21.

USDA meteorologist Brad Rippey discusses areas where excessive precipitation could be a possibility through this week.

Agriculture Secretary Brooke Rollins goes over aspects of USDA's National Farm Security Action Plan announced Tuesday.