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What are some of the concerns for agriculture due to last week's arctic cold front that covered most of the country? (Rod Bain and USDA meteorologist, Brad Rippey)
USDA meteorologist, Brad Rippey, says mild temperatures in the Eastern half of the country, and precipitation for most of the nation, highlight the weather forecast for the period of January 4 - 10.
Newly announced funding for the Partnerships for Climate Smart Commodities program will focus on smaller scale pilot projects. (Gary Crawford and Agriculture Secretary Tom Vilsack)
Agriculture Secretary Tom Vilsack says the push by farmers for climate smart commodity production may end up producing an unintended , but very positive, benefit.
Agriculture Secretary Tom Vilsack says he expects a huge number of farmers to participate in pilot projects of the Partnerships for Climate Smart Commodities program.