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USDA meteorologist Brad Rippey discusses states reporting notable very poor to poor pasture and rangeland conditions as of September 6th.

A predominant heat dome continues to contribute to declining pasture and rangeland conditions totals as a new month begins. (Rod Bain and USDA meteorologist Brad Rippey)

USDA meteorologist Brad Rippey provides the first winter wheat planting progress report for the season - effective for the period ending September 6.

USDA meteorologist Brad Rippey notes the fast pace to this year's spring wheat crop harvest as of September 6.

USDA meteorologist Brad Rippey takes one last look at condition ratings for the 2026 rice crop as harvest continues as of September 6.

Meteorologist Brad Rippey reviews both the initial USDA peanut crop harvest progress and latest crop condition ratings for the period ending September 6.

USDA meteorologist Brad Rippey shows how continued drought in sorghum growing regions of the country is impacting conditions for this year's crop.

USDA meteorologist Brad Rippey provides the latest cotton crop condition report and why condition concerns remain.

USDA meteorologist Brad Rippey says among the September 6 cotton crop progress categories is an initial look at this year's harvest.

Agriculture Department meteorologist Brad Rippey goes over the latest crop condition ratings for soybeans.