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USDA research economist Helen Wakefield looks at grape crush estimates for California this season.

How did the Golden State fare with its production of both wine and table grapes this season, per USDA's latest outlook? (Rod Bain and Helen Wakefield of the Economic Research Service)

How did weather play a role in production numbers for this year's sweet and tart cherry crops? (Rod Bain and research economist Helen Wakefield)

USDA meteorologist Brad Rippey goes over the latest U.S. Pasture and Rangeland Condition Ratings for the period ending July 26th.

USDA meteorologist Brad Rippey reveals states with significant topsoil moisture shortages as of July 26th.

Where in the nation are there exceptions to what is traditionally dry topsoil moisture conditions in late July? (Rod Bain and USDA meteorologist Brad Rippey)

USDA meteorologist Brad Rippey goes over where in the Great Plains this week will extreme heat continue, and where some refreshing rains and cooler temperatures might occur.

USDA meteorologist Brad Rippey says near to above normal temperatures and a mixture of precipitation is forecasted for the country for the period of August 4 - 10.

Where are some of the locale across the country that could see rains to benefit crops and pastures? (Rod Bain and USDA meteorologist Brad Rippey)

USDA meteorologist Brad Rippey summarizes the current wildfire complexes occurring in the Pacific Northwest.