Brad Rippey, USDA meteorologist, says that between now and the end of this weekend California will get two storms that could deliver at least some rain and snow. Two Storms …
Much of the Nation in the Deep Freeze Again
Brad Rippey, USDA meteorologist, says that this week much of the nation east of the Rockies is in the deep freeze again, with some agricultural repercussions. Much of the Nation …
National Weather Forecast for March 4 – 10
Brad Rippey, USDA meteorologist, outlines the national weather forecast for March fourth through the tenth. National Weather Forecast
President Outlines Climate Change Actions to State Governors
President Obama says his year of action will include actions on climate change and the way the government pays to fight wildfires. Gary Crawford has the story. President Outlines Climate …
A Return of El Niño?
Weather forecasters are keeping an eye out for a possible return of El Nino weather conditions later this summer. Here is Rod Bain. A Return of El Niño?
Weather Forecast for First Half of 2014
Weather forecasters are looking ahead to what kind of weather the nation may experience this spring and summer. Rod Bain has the story. Weather Forecast for First Half of 2014
Fresno County Farm Bureau Issues Statement on Water Supply for County’s Federal Water Contractors
Fresno County Farm Bureau has issued the following statement in response to today’s announcement of the non-existent federal surface water supplies for Fresno County farmers: The statement by CEO/Executive Director …
U.S. Bureau of Reclamation Announces Zero Water Allocation for California Farms
FRESNO, CA – Today the U.S. Bureau of Reclamation announced an initial zero water allocation for south-of-Delta Central Valley Project agricultural water service contractors. This comes as no surprise due …
Video: President Obama Responds to the California Drought
Continuing coverage of President Barack Obama’s visit to the Central Valley President Obama visited Joe Del Bosque’s farm in Merced County to view the damage caused by the California drought. …
Plan in Place for Families Needing Assistance Due to Drought
Continuing coverage of President Barack Obama’s visit to the Central Valley A plan is in place that will help the families that will be affected by the record breaking drought. …
Vilsack: “We Are Clearly Paying Attention to this Situation”
Continuing coverage of President Barack Obama’s visit to the Central Valley Sabrina Hill had a one-on-one discussion with Agriculture Secretary Vilsack Friday. In this segment, Vilsack discusses some of the …
President Obama Speaks on Drought
Continuing coverage of President Barack Obama’s visit to the Central Valley President Obama visited the farm of Joe and Maria Del Bosque. He spoke about the drought, and announced new …
USDA Video: This Week @ USDA February 7
A weekly look at some of the events and activities at the U.S. Department of Agriculture. To learn more: