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Agriculture Secretary Tom Vilsack briefing a Senate Ag. Appropriations panel Tuesday on work being done through the Western Water and Working Lands Initiative.

USDA meteorologist Brad Rippey talks about an El Nino related weather track that has led to almost weekly active storm systems across the country in recent weeks.

USDA meteorologist Brad Rippey says above normal temperatures and precipitation are expected for much of the nation for the period of April 23 - 29.

USDA meteorologist Brad Rippey says temperature patterns should shift throughout the week as an active storm system travels cross country.

USDA meteorologist Brad Rippey discusses some of the potential impacts of an active storm track as it travels south and east for the remainder of the week.

The latest in what has been a pattern of weekly active weather systems has already caused concerns this week and could raise additional issues during its nationwide trek. (Rod Bain and USDA meteorologist Brad Rippey)

Agriculture Secretary Tom Vilsack telling a Senate Ag. Appropriations panel Tuesday that any new farm bill should have programs for small and mid-sized farmers.

Agriculture Secretary Tom Vilsack explains what he believes are three focus areas in USDA - Tribal Nation collaborative efforts to promote Tribal self-determination regarding food and natural resources.

Agriculture Department and Tribal Nation officials soon conduct their latest round of consultations, which include listening sessions covering various focus areas. (Rod Bain and Secretary Tom Vilsack)

The Agriculture Secretary discussed some of the challenges associated with Congress crafting a Farm Bill with agricultural journalists Monday. (Rod Bain and Secretary Tom Vilsack)