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A second rainmaking system traveling through the Gulf Coast states this week could bring flooding to parts of the region like what the Southern Plains is experiencing. (Rod Bain and USDA meteorologist Brad Rippey)

Several parts of the West this week should significantly warm up as a heat wave establishes itself, expanding into parts of the Midwest. (Rod Bain and USDA meteorologist Brad Rippey)

USDA meteorologist Brad Rippey talks about the potential of flooding in parts of the Central Gulf Coast this week - part of significant rains in the Southeast quadrant of the country.

USDA meteorologist Brad Rippey notes wetter than normal conditions in parts of the Desert Southwest to start the month – unusual for this time of year.

FY 2026 budgetary hearings before lawmakers is among the itinerary items for the Agriculture Secretary in what is expected to be an active week. (Rod Bain and Secretary Brooke Rollins)

The application process for the disaster assistance tranche of USDA’s Emergency Commodity Assistance Program is soon coming, according to the Agriculture Secretary. (Rod Bain and Secretary Brooke Rollins)

USDA meteorologist Brad Rippey says much of the nation will experience above normal precipitation while temperatures will fluctuate across the country during the period of May 13 - 19.

The recent USDA Ag Outlook Forum provided opportunity to study some recent trends in our country’s organic farm and food industries. Rod Bain reports. PARTICIPANTS: Rod Bain and USDA research economist Sharon Raszap Skorbiansky

Is above average tornado activity for March and April a precursor to more severe storms during the final two months – the peak – of this year’s U.S. tornado season? Rod Bain reports. PARTICIPANTS: Rod Bain and USDA meteorologist Brad Rippey

What does the National Interagency Fire Center predict for potential wildfire activity across the country from May through August? Rod Bain reports. PARTICIPANTS: Rod Bain and NIFC meteorologist Jim Wallman