Radio Newsline

A ridge of high pressure is expected to grow during the week, resulting in 100 degree plus high temperatures in several parts of the nation by this weekend. (Rod Bain and USDA meteorologist Brad Rippey)

USDA meteorologist Brad Rippey discusses the path of a heat wave growing this week, and how it might affect Spring planted crops.

USDA meteorologist Brad Rippey looks at where triple digit high temperatures can be found this weekend, and one area where crops could be impacted.

Although most of the nation expects dryness going into next week, there are two locales where significant rains could fall. (Rod Bain and USDA meteorologist Brad Rippey)

USDA meteorologist Brad Rippey discusses what few areas of the country are expected to receive appreciable rainfall over the next week.

USDA meteorologist Brad Rippey looks at weather numbers associated with this past Spring - the months from March to May.

USDA meteorologist Brad Rippey talks about the first advisory of tropical storm activity for 2024 - with focus on a current system in the Gulf of Mexico.

USDA meteorologist Brad Rippey notes above normal temperatures and precipitation across much of the nation for the period of June 18th to 24th.

Crop growers have until mid-July to report acreage planted this year at their local Farm Service Agency office, but why is it important? (Rod Bain and FSA Assistant Deputy Administrator Kim Graham)

Farm Service Agency Assistant Deputy Administrator Kim Graham explains why crop acreage reporting is an important producer eligibility requirement for several USDA programs.