Weather

The International Production Assessment Division (IPAD) of the USDA’s Foreign Agricultural Service (FAS) is responsible for global crop condition assessments and estimates of area, yield and production for grains, oilseeds and cotton. The primary mission of IPAD is to produce the most objective and accurate assessment of global agricultural production and the conditions affecting food security around the world. Regional analysts use remote sensing and Geographic Information Systems (GIS) to collect market intelligence and analyze near real-time satellite imagery data to estimate global production.

Gives access to weather data and resources relevant to crops. Includes links to resources on current conditions, forecasts, drought resources, and irrigation tools.

The National Water and Climate Center (NWCC) supports the Snow Survey and Water Supply Forecasting Program and Soil Climate Analysis Network (SCAN) Pilot Program. As part of the USDA's Natural Resources Conservation Service, the NWCC is responsible for producing and disseminating accurate and reliable water supply forecasts and other climatic data to its wide variety of users.

Links to resources for farmers, ranchers, and small businesses dealing with persistent drought. Includes weather updates and links to emergency funding sources.

The National Integrated Drought Information System (NIDIS) is a multi-agency partnership that coordinates drought monitoring, forecasting, planning, and information at national, tribal, state, and local levels.

Provides current agricultural weather bulletins for twenty-three countries.