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Education and outreach efforts are available for farmers in heirs' property situations to resolve issues through various resources and a USDA relending program. (Rod Bain and Farm Service Agency Senior Policy Advisor Conisha Hackett)
USDA's Heirs Property Relending Program continues to develop with the announcement of new intermediary lenders within the program. (Rod Bain and Farm Service Agency Administrator Zach Ducheneaux)
Farm Service Agency Administrator Zach Ducheneaux discusses some of the issues associated with heirs property as it pertains to farmer land ownership and participation in USDA farm safety net programs.
USDA is working to rectify problems with its new export sales reporting system, problems that emerged on its first day of use Thursday. (Gary Crawford)
Animal scientists are working to help cattle producers build herds that are less affected by heat stress. (Gary Crawford and Dr. Nicole Burdick Sanchez)
The returning Secretary of Agriculture says USDA faces new challenges that are different from his previous time at the agency. (Stephanie Ho and Ag Secretary Tom Vilsack)
Agricultural trade is being viewed as a smoothing and calming factor in what some call "rocky" relations between the U.S. and China. (Gary Crawford. Bryan Lohmar with U.S. Grains Council and Agriculture Secretary Tom Vilsack)
The Agriculture Secretary notes deepening presence, partnership and understanding in new and existing export markets is essential in boosting ag trade opportunities. (Rod Bain and Secretary Tom Vilsack)