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The Final Phases of the FMMO Amendment Process

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Even with a referendum recently concluded by participating dairy growers on amendments to the Federal Milk Marketing Order, there is still final steps in this process. Rod Bain reports. PARTICIPANTS: Rod Bain and Dana Coale of the Agricultural Marketing Service

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A Portrait of Tom Vilsack as Ag Secretary

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What might a portrait of the Agriculture Secretary reflect from his second time in office, compared to his portrait at USDA headquarters capturing his initial eight years leading USDA? Rod Bain reports. PARTICIPANTS: Rod Bain and Secretary Tom Vilsack

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Finding Out Food Date Labeling Connection with Food Waste

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USDA and the Food and Drug Administration is accepting public comment through February 1st on how consumers perceive food date labels, and how they may impact food loss and waste. Rod Bain reports. PARTICIPANTS: Rod Bain and Greg Jaffe

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HBIIP Bringing Increased Biofuel Availability

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A USDA biofuel infrastructure program is a facilitator behind increased biofuel availability at filling states and pumps, and potential increased economic opportunity. Rod Bain reports. PARTICIPANTS: Rod Bain. Rural Business Cooperative Service Administrator Betsy Dirksen-Londrigan. Donell Rehagen...

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Some Follies of Football Playoff Weather

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While pro football playoff weather can be anything but predictable at times, some climatic events led to legendary contests and factored into outcomes on the field. Rod Bain reports. PARTICIPANTS: Rod Bain. USDA meteorologist Brad Rippey. Former NFL head coach Jim Mora. NFL Hall of Famer Forrest...

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Jimmy Carter - Agrarian

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While most recognized for his Presidency and his public service, some may not realize the deep connection Jimmy Carter had with agriculture over his lifetime. Rod Bain reports. PARTICIPANTS: Rod Bain. President Jimmy Carter. Abit Massey.

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First Glance at Potential Western Water Supplies in 2025?

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How might the first outlook of Western mountain snowpack for the new year translate to potential water supplies for the region’s farm irrigators and municipalities this Spring and Summer? Rod Bain reports. PARTICIPANTS: Rod Bain and USDA meteorologist Brad Rippey

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The Gift of Knowing Holiday Gift Returns, Refunds, and Regifts

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There is that one holiday gift you may not necessarily need or want or whatever reason - what options are available when it comes to perhaps returning or exchanging that item, or even regifting it? Rod Bain reports. PARTICIPANTS: Rod Bain and Laura Hendrix of University of Arkansas Extension

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Using Mosquito Biology as a Control Tool

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Having an understanding about the biology of mosquitos will help in controlling them, and minimizing their impacts, when the warm months arrive. Rod Bain reports. PARTICIPANTS: Rod Bain and Jamie Kopco of Penn State University Extension

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How 2024 Ag Economic Trends Could Impact 2025?

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What were some of the economic trends for the farm sector from the past year, and how might those trends reflect projections for the 2025 farm economy? Rod Bain reports. PARTICIPANTS: Rod Bain and USDA Chief Economist Seth Meyer

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