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What does the latest U.S. Drought Monitor map look like regarding crops and commodities covered by drought? (Rod Bain and USDA meteorologist Brad Rippey)

USDA meteorologist Brad Rippey discusses the latest drought coverage percentages for crop and commodity production areas for the period ending March 3rd.

USDA meteorologist Brad Rippey notes how the latest U.S. Drought Monitor reflects a peak in coverage not seen for several months.

USDA meteorologist Brad Rippey goes over states with notable extreme to exceptional drought coverage for the period ending March 3rd.

USDA meteorologist Brad Rippey looks at drought coverage in Southern crop growing areas for the period ending March 3rd.

The latest U.S. Drought Monitor indicates coverage across the nation is above fifty per cent to start March. (Rod Bain and USDA meteorologist Brad Rippey)

New stocking standards for retailers involved in the Supplemental Nutrition Assistance Program were announced, with the objective of increasing healthier food options for SNAP beneficiaries. (Rod Bain. Health and Human Services Secretary Robert F. Kennedy Jr. Agriculture Secretary Brooke Rollins)

Agriculture Secretary Brooke Rollins explains the make-up of strategic partnerships for promotion of the latest Dietary Guidelines for Americans.

Collaborative efforts between federal, state, and private partners to educate the public about the nation’s latest Dietary Guidelines were recently announced. (Rod Bain and Secretary Brooke Rollins)

Washington D.C. cherry blossoms - an annual tradition and celebration in the Nation’s Capital - have historical connections with the U.S. Agriculture Department. (Rod Bain and National Arboretum Director Richard Olsen)