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Increasing signs of extreme dryness are found in parts of the Southern Plains as of late March, from dust storms to poor root establishment for winter wheat. (Rod Bain and USDA meteorologist Brad Rippey)

USDA meteorologist Brad Rippey answers the question about if potential, and much needed, precipitation is expected to fall in parched parts of the Southern Plains this week.

USDA meteorologist Brad Rippey discusses snowpack levels and potential water runoff associated with mountain snow accumulations across the West as April First approaches.

USDA meteorologist Brad Rippey talks about the benefits of a late Spring snow storm occurring late last week from the Central Plains and Upper Midwest.

Several Western Mountain ranges note significant increases in snowpack over the month of March, increasing water equivalency levels for several parts of the region. (Rod Bain and USDA meteorologist Brad Rippey)

Parts of the Eastern U.S., including Florida and the Carolinas, are dealing with wildfire activity due in part to unusually dry conditions. (Rod Bain and USDA meteorologist Brad Rippey)

What are some of the essentials eligible producers should know as they sign-up for USDA's recently announced Emergency Commodity Assistance Program? Rod Bain reports. PARTICIPANTS: Rod Bain and Deputy Under Secretary for Farm Production and Conservation Brooke Appleton

How do lower placements of cattle in feedlots for the month of February factor into USDA’s latest look at cattle inventory? Rod Bain reports. PARTICIPANTS: Rod Bain and USDA livestock analyst Michael McConnell

What are some ways landowners and gardeners in desert climates can balance both water management and plant productivity? Rod Bain reports. PARTICIPANTS: Rod Bain and Marisa Thompson of New Mexico State University Extension