Radio Newsline

Temperatures around the country are starting to rise, but that doesn't mean avalanches aren't still a major threat. (Stephanie Ho and Simon Trautman, Forest Service National Avalanche specialist)

USDA's Forest Service has some important tips for dealing with an avalanche.(Stephanie Ho and Simon Trautman, Forest Service National Avalanche specialist)

The Agriculture Secretary believes his department needs to be active in efforts to develop new climate smart agricultural markets for producers. (Rod Bain and Secretary Tom Vilsack)

The bitter cold in Texas in February led to some agricultural damage. (Stephanie Ho and Brad Rippey, USDA meteorologist)

USDA meteorologist, Brad Rippey, says the bitter cold and drought have led to a deterioration of the condition of Texas's oat crop.

USDA meteorologist, Brad Rippey, has a look at some areas where winter wheat condition is a concern.

Nearly half of the country is suffering from drought. (Stephanie Ho and Brad Rippey, USDA meteorologist)

How does the latest drought coverage in the country compare to historical averages? (Stephanie Ho and Brad Rippey, USDA meteorologist)

The core of the country's worst drought is in the Southwestern part of the country. (Stephanie Ho and Brad Rippey, USDA meteorologist)

USDA meteorologist, Brad Rippey, says there are reasons he expects the nation's drought footprint to expand.