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The latest data on food prices has some good news for consumers. Gary Crawford has more.'' PARTICIPANTS: Gary Crawford. USDA economist, Megan Sweitzer.

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)

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

2025 could bring more hikes in cattle and beef prices. (Gary Crawford and USDA Outlook Chairman, Mark Jekanowski)

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

What were some of the notable aspects of USDA’s recent agricultural trade mission to Vietnam conducted last week? (Rod Bain and Under Secretary for Trade and Foreign Agricultural Affairs Alexis Taylor)

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

Under Secretary for Trade and Foreign Agricultural Affairs Alexis Taylor discusses USDA Ag Trade Mission for 2024, including missions to Vietnam and the interest to expand farm and food exports to that nation.

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

What are some Louisiana sugar cane grower concerns regarding condition of this year’s crop in the aftermath of Hurricane Francine. (Rod Bain and USDA meteorologist Brad Rippey)