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New Investments in Meat Processing Expansion 2024-09-19 00:01:00.312
USDA has invested more money to expand independent meat and poultry processing operations. (Gary Crawford and Agriculture Secretary Tom Vilsack)
Actuality: Progress on Meat Processing Expansion 2024-09-19 00:00:25.200
Agriculture Secretary Tom Vilsack, outlining some of the progress that's been made in expanding meat processing.
Interesting Times to be in the Dairy Business 2024-09-19 00:00:59.640
It's an interesting time to be in the dairy industry. (Gary Crawford and USDA Outlook Board Chairman Mark Jekanowski)
Innovative Efforts to Harvest U.S. Capitol Christmas Tree 2024-09-19 00:00:59.951
The locale of this year's U.S. Capitol Christmas Tree lends itself to innovative means to harvest the tree for display this season in Washington D.C. (Rod Bain and Brandon Raile of the U.S. Forest Service)
Actuality: Trek of the Capitol Christmas Tree 2024-09-19 00:00:32.862
Brandon Raile of the U.S. Forest Service discusses the scheduled route of this year's U.S. Capitol Christmas Tree from Alaska to Washington D.C., including a first ever barge connection for this journey.
Continued Topsoil Moisture Deterioration Across the U.S. 2024-09-18 00:00:59.297
The latest USDA Topsoil Moisture report reflects continued drying trends in soils across much of the nation. (Rod Bain and USDA meteorologist Brad Rippey)
Actuality: Notable State Topsoil Moisture Shortage Ratings 2024-09-18 00:00:47.412
USDA meteorologist Brad Rippey talks about states with significant topsoil moisture shortages for the period ending September 15th.
Drier Pasture and Rangeland Conditions in Mid-September 2024-09-18 00:01:00.133
Drying trends in our country’s pastures and rangelands continue, per USDA’s September 15th Pasture and Rangeland Condition report. (Rod Bain and USDA meteorologist Brad Rippey)
A Healthy Outlook for the Broiler Industry 2024-09-18 00:00:45.696
The outlook for the nation's broiler industry looks strong. (Gary Crawford and USDA Outlook Board Chairman Mark Jekanowski)
Tough Times for Turkey Producers 2024-09-18 00:01:00.120
The nation's turkey producers are facing a tough supply and demand situation. (Gary Crawford and USDA Outlook Board Chairman Mark Jekanowski)
Actuality; Hog Price Outlook 2024-09-18 00:00:32.352
USDA Outlook Board Chairman Mark Jekanowski with the latest forecast for hog prices.
A News Source to Assist Farm Safety Efforts 2024-09-18 00:01:00.368
*- National Farm Safety and Health Week is September 15 – 21 - *
An online source provides information on injuries on the farm and in turn aids farm safety advocates in developing and applying prevention and education resources. (Rod Bain and Scott Heiberger of the National Farm Medicine Center)
Farm Safety and Children – Some Efforts of Prevention and Education 2024-09-18 00:00:59.480
*- National Farm Safety and Health Week is September 15 – 21 - *
Many farm safety organizations and professional collaborate on efforts to protect children from injury on the farm through prevention, safety education, and collaboration. (Rod Bain and Melissa Ploekelman of the National Farm Medicine Center)
Farm Income Forecast Part of Economic Cyclical Pattern? 2024-09-17 00:00:59.115
USDA’s Chief Economist believes the September Farm Income Forecast reflects what could be the cyclical nature of farm economic trends. (Rod Bain and Chief Economist Seth Meyer)
Potential Ag Market Shocks and Impacts on Tight Margins 2024-09-17 00:00:59.768
Where might potential shocks to the ag economy come from in the coming year, and in turn, how might that impact producer prices in a time of possible tightening margins? (Rod Bain and USDA Chief Economist Seth Meyer)
2025 Will Bring More Hikes in Cattle Prices 2024-09-17 00:00:49.824
2025 could bring more hikes in cattle and beef prices. (Gary Crawford and USDA Outlook Chairman, Mark Jekanowski)
Features
Agriculture USA
2025 Could Be Tough for Ag. Exports and Incomes. 2024-09-17 00:05:00.024
The USDA is out with its first trade forecast for the 2025 fiscal year. On this edition of Agriculture USA, Gary Crawford talks with an expert about the forecast and what it could mean for farmers
PARTICIPANTS: Gary Crawford. Daniel Whitley, Administrator of USDA's Foreign Agricultural Service. Seth Meyer, USDA Chief Economist. Alexis Taylor, Under Secretary for Trade.
Consumer Time
A Milestone for Food Prices 2024-09-17 00:02:46.176
The latest data on food prices has some good news for consumers. Gary Crawford has more.''
PARTICIPANTS: Gary Crawford. USDA economist, Megan Sweitzer.
An Example of Climatic Insights for Global Food Security 2024-09-17 00:02:49.064
USDA climate hubs are among the tools offered to help growers mitigate climate risks, with an example of valuable data that Georgia peach producers can utilize. Rod Bain reports.
PARTICIPANTS: Rod Bain and Office of Energy and Environmental Policy Director William Hohenstein
A Strategy to Cultivate Innovation and Food Security 2024-09-17 00:02:59.043
USDA’s Science and Research Strategy offers not only priorities to address hunger, nutrition, and health, but examples of the role scientific innovation play in these efforts. Rod Bain reports.
PARTICIPANTS: Rod Bain and Director of USDA’s Office of the Chief Scientists Deirdra Chester
Several Firsts for This Year's U.S. Capitol Christmas Tree 2024-09-17 00:02:58.886
This year's selection as the U.S. Capitol Christmas Tree, and its upcoming journey, is unique on several fronts. Rod Bain reports.
PARTICIPANTS: Rod Bain and Brandon Raile of the U.S. Forest Service
A Look at the Booming Pet Food Industry 2024-09-17 00:02:34.749
The growth of the nation’s pet food and treat industry has been significant in recent years, even with supply chain concerns. Rod Bain reports.
PARTICIPANTS: Rod Bain and Leah Wilkinson of the American Feed Industry Association
Agriculture Update
The Outlook for U.S. Agricultural Trade in 2025 2024-09-17 00:02:28.032
What's the outlook for U.S. agricultural trade in 2025? Gary Crawford has the latest forecast.
PARTICIPANTS: Gary Crawford and USDA Chief Economist Seth Meyer.
G20 Ag Ministerial Update 2024-09-17 00:02:19.075
The Deputy Agricultural Secretary offered the details involving the recent G20 Agricultural Ministers meeting in Brazil. Rod Bain reports.
PARTICIPANTS: Rod Bain and Deputy Secretary Xochitl Torres Small
States Expanding Ag Export Marketing Opportunities 2024-09-17 00:02:30.125
More state governments are utilizing agricultural trade missions, both self-supported and through USDA, as well as USDA programs, in their efforts to increase food and farm export markets and sales. Rod Bain reports.
PARTICIPANTS: Rod Bain. Arkansas Agriculture Secretary Wes Ward. California Agriculture Secretary Karen Ross. Under Secretary for Trade and Foreign Agricultural Affairs Alexis Taylor. National Association of State Departments of Agriculture CEO Ted McKinney.
Francine and Potential Ag Impacts 2024-09-17 00:02:24.404
What are some potential agricultural impacts caused by the strongest hurricane to hit the U.S. coast to date this year? Rod Bain reports.
PARTICIPANTS: Rod Bain and USDA meteorologist Brad Rippey
A Breakdown of Biologicals 2024-09-17 00:02:29.760
Ever heard of biologicals? These natural tools are a growing part of the grower toolbox. Rod Bain reports.
PARTICIPANTS: Rod Bain. Mark Foster of AMVAC. Matthew Pye of FMC. Travis Kraft of Indigo Ag.