Radio Newsline Archive

A vast part of the country is experiencing a heat wave that is expected to continue for the remainder of this month. (Rod Bain and USDA meteorologist, Brad Rippey)

USDA meteorologist, Brad Rippey, discusses recent 100 plus degree temperatures recorded in parts of the Central and Southern Plains.

USDA meteorologist, Brad Rippey, discusses how the Northern and Central Corn Belt to date has avoided extreme heat and the potential impacts to corn and soybean crops.

USDA meteorologist, Brad Rippey, says extreme heat will be part of the Pacific Northwest's forecast in coming days and weeks, and that could bring an increased potential for wildfire activity.

USDA meteorologist, Brad Rippey, notes above normal temperatures and near to below normal precipitation for much of the nation for the period of July 26 - August 1.

A record breaking heat wave in the UK and Europe is playing havoc with crops and livestock. (Gary Crawford and USDA meteorologist, Eric Luebehusen)

Eric Luebehusen, USDA meteorologist, saying it will take weeks to ascertain the full effects on European agriculture of the current heat wave, especially since it shows few signs of abating.

Eric Luebehusen, USDA meteorologist, giving one example of just how severe the European heat wave has been.

USDA projects milk output to fall slightly this year, sending prices up, but what about 2023? (Gary Crawford and USDA Outlook Board Chairman Mark Jekanowski)