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The changes of note in the latest USDA topsoil moisture condition report are not nationally, but within regions. (Rod Bain and USDA meteorologist Brad Rippey)
Some of those connected by the position they held at the Agriculture Department – top economic advisor – recently reconnected through an Agricultural Outlook Forum, with discussion centered on their time at USDA and some of the issues they faced. Rod Bain reveals some of this history of USDA’s...
USDA’s Farm Service Agency has announced this year’s acreage enrollment numbers for the various Conservation Reserve Program offerings. (Rod Bain and FSA Administrator Zach Ducheneaux)
The latest round of USDA’s Higher Blends Infrastructure Incentive Program grant awards continues to expand fuel station capabilities to bring higher blends of ethanol to motorists and consumers. Rod Bain reports. PARTICIPANTS: Rod Bain. Geoff Cooper of the Renewable Fuels Association. Doug Bervin of...
Consistent, extreme heat in the Lone Star State is expected to creep northward this week into several parts of the Plains. (Rod Bain and USDA meteorologist Brad Rippey)
Midwest corn and soybean crops should continue to benefit from ideal growing weather as the calendar turns from summer to fall. (Rod Bain and USDA meteorologist Brad Rippey)
Guidelines will facilitate the recognition of climate-smart agriculture within clean transportation fuel programs, creating new market opportunities for biofuel feedstock producers while enhancing climate benefits.
Growing up on a farm in Northeast Iowa taught me the values of resilience and innovation—qualities that have guided my work as USDA’s Under Secretary for Trade and Foreign Agricultural Affairs. I reflect on the progress we have made in advancing U.S. agricultural exports and driving economic growth.