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Broadcasters--The USDA's Meat and Poultry Hotline number is 888-MPHOTLINE(888-674-6854) Listeners can also go online to Ask.usda.gov How do you safely handle those turkey, ham and beef leftovers? (Gary Crawford and Meredith Carothers, with the USDA's Meat and Poultry Hotline)

The USDA is only hours away from releasing its last weekly Crop Progress Report for the 2023 growing season. The report will resume next spring. (Gary Crawford and USDA meteorologist, Brad Rippey)

What are some cons and scams consumers should watch out for as they shop or provide charity this holiday season? (Rod Bain and Amy Nofzinger of the American Association of Retired Persons)

Amy Nofzinger of the American Association of Retired Persons (AARP) shares details of a scam found on social media sites that could separate consumers from their money.

As dairy growers continue their recovery from economic impacts of the COVID-19 pandemic, the Agriculture Department is announcing a series of programs to assist while building future resiliency in dairy markets. Rod Bain looks at these offerings and how they can benefit the dairy industry in this...

Two USDA pilot crop insurance programs have been updated, including a revised closing sales date for policies. (Rod Bain and Risk Management Agency Acting Administrator Richard Flournoy)

Keeping a closer eye on the disease situation of animals may help give early warning about possible human health threats. Gary Crawford has more. PARTICIPANTS: Gary Crawford and Dr. Mike Watson with USDA's Animal and Plant Health Inspection Service.

Risk Management Agency Acting Administrator Richard Flournoy discusses how input from policy holders led to updates with both the Pasture, Rangeland, and Forage, and the Apiculture, Pilot Insurance Programs.

If you are warned of potential flooding coming your way, what can you do to prepare you, your family and home? Gary Crawford has this report. PARTICIPANTS: Gary Crawford. North Dakota State University Extension engineer, Dr. Ken Hellevang. Also, classic comedian, Bob Hope.

It is too early to assess the full extent of Ida's damage to agriculture. (Stephanie Ho and USDA meteorologist, Brad Rippey)