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Agriculture Secretary Tom Vilsack with comments from Ag. Day ceremonies at USDA

USDA meteorologist Brad Rippey notes below normal temperatures west of the Mississippi River, and above normal precipitation for most of the nation, for the period of March 26 - April 1.

USDA meteorologist Brad Rippey discusses significant cold building in parts of the U.S. in the final days of March, and what potential impacts could result.

A part of the Plains experiencing snow drought this winter should see relief over the upcoming week through a series of snowstorms. (Rod Bain and USDA meteorologist Brad Rippey)

Parts of the Southeastern U.S. experienced an early Tuesday freeze event. What might occur in the way of agricultural impacts? (Rod Bain and USDA meteorologist Brad Rippey)

USDA meteorologist Brad Rippey says forecasts indicate another cold outbreak within a week could cover much of the Plains.

Agriculture Secretary Tom Vilsack telling the AgriPulse Food Policy Summit about USDA efforts to expand food processing capacity.

Agriculture Secretary Tom Vilsack listing for the AgriPulse Food Policy Summit some of the USDA efforts to build and boost local and regional food systems.

Almost two years ago, reflecting on lessons learned during the COVID-19 pandemic and in light of ongoing supply chain challenges from global conflict and a changing climate, Secretary Vilsack announced a new framework at USDA for shoring up the food supply chain and transforming the food system to...

American agriculture remains strong. Total U.S. agricultural exports reached $174.9 billion in 2023. American farmers, ranchers, and agribusiness owners continue to have success abroad as USDA’s Foreign Agricultural Service works for U.S. agriculture.