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What are farmers' planting intentions for this spring? USDA is beginning the process to find out. (Gary Crawford and Lance Honig, Chairman of the Crops Branch of USDA's National Agricultural Statistics Service)

Lance Honig, Chief of the Crops Branch of USDA's National Agricultural Statistics Service, saying the prospective plantings report will help reduce speculation and give the markets a better idea of the upcoming crop.

How might higher salt levels in groundwater used for irrigation impact quantity of production from California almond trees? (Rod Bain and USDA researcher, Ray Anderson)

USDA researcher Ray Anderson discusses some of the concerns involved with increased groundwater irrigation for California almond trees, and higher salinity levels that impacts trees.

Research continues on ways to mine nutritional compounds found in food wastes such as coffee grounds and fruit peels to develop ingredients that fortify the nutritional value of foods. (Rod Bain and USDA researcher, Lisa Dean)

The latest USDA Agricultural Prices Index indicates producers during December received lower prices in total for commodities. (Rod Bain)

The Ag Secretary-designate says he wants to minimize disruptions in the food and ag industry. (Stephanie Ho and Ag Secretary-designate Tom Vilsack)

The man who would be head of USDA says he supports more investment in scientific research. (Stephanie Ho and Ag Secretary-designate Tom Vilsack)

Land grant universities are well-placed to help America meet future challenges.(Stephanie Ho and Ag Secretary-designate Tom Vilsack)

In comments to land grant universities, Ag Secretary designate Tom Vilsack urged young people to prepare for future challenges the country is facing.