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USDA meteorologist Brad Rippey covers states with significant improvement in pasture and rangeland good to excellent conditions for the period ending May 18.

The Agriculture Secretary this week presented components within a USDA initiative focused on small family farm operations. (Rod Bain and Secretary Brooke Rollins)

Agricutlure Secretary Brooke Rollins explains the ten aspects of USDA's recently announced Small Family Farms Agenda.

National Agricultural Statistics Service Administrator Joseph Parsons explains the survey process underway this late Spring to gather producer data for key USDA June reports.

What can travelers expect regarding weather as they move around for the Memorial Day holiday period? (Rod Bain and USDA meteorologist Brad Rippey)

USDA food safety expert Meredith Carothers notes using a food thermometer to assure properly cooked meats avoids guessing doneness by color, and in turn, avoids potential food borne illness.

Selected producers will participate in coming days in USDA's latest surveys to collect data for key reports in late June, and throughout the growing season. (Rod Bain and National Agricultural Statistics Service Administrator Joseph Parsons)

USDA food safety expert Meredith Carothers explains the importance of using a food thermometer when grilling meats to assure proper internal temperatures and food safe from food borne bacteria.

USDA meteorologist Brad Rippey looks at predicted weather across the nation during the extended Memorial Day holiday weekend.

The recommended steps to assure food safety are essential to use while having a Memorial Day weekend or summer cookout, according to a USDA food safety expert. (Rod Bain and Meredith Carothers)