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As labor costs for fruit and vegetable growers continue to increase, what are some strategies available for improved management and increased production? (Rod Bain and economic researcher, Skyler Simnitt)

USDA economic researcher Skyler Simnitt discusses a recent study on higher labor cost in fruit and vegetable production and what strategies and tools growers are using to address it.

Egg production is still running below year-ago levels. (Gary Crawford and USDA livestock analyst, Shayle Shagam)

Shayle Shagam, USDA livestock analyst, saying that USDA's latest Chicken and egg report shows that egg producers are working to rebuild laying flocks.

Most farm commodities showed price strength during November. (Gary Crawford)

It's turning dry in growing areas of central Argentina. (Gary Crawford and USDA Chief Meteorologist Mark Brusberg)

One weather related event stands out for its longevity and wide-range damage as the most impactful for agriculture nationwide in 2021. (Rod Bain and USDA meteorologist, Brad Rippey)

USDA meteorologist, Brad Rippey, talks about an August hurricane that had significant impacts through the eastern half of the country, its agriculture and its supply chain.

USDA meteorologist, Brad Rippey, discusses a February period of cold and how it affected agriculture, especially in Texas and Louisiana.

Cattle producers may get a little more money for steers in the new year. (Gary Crawford and USDA Chief Economist Seth Meyer)