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The U.S. announced this week it seeks new dispute settlement consultations with Canada on its dairy policy - the latest challenge by our nation within the U.S. Mexico Canada Agreement. (Rod Bain and Secretary Tom Vilsack)

The monster winter storm now moving across the country has many farmers and ranchers very concerned. (Gary Crawford and USDA Chief Economist Seth Meyer)

USDA Chief Economist Seth Meyer says farmers in parts of the South are bracing for a possibly damaging freeze later this week.

USDA Chief Economist Seth Meyer says much of the nation's winter wheat went into dormancy in poor shape and could be more at risk of damage from wind and severe cold.

A regular study conducted by USDA looks at the economic benefits and export market opportunities created through its Market Access Program and Foreign Market Development Program. (Rod Bain and Foreign Agricultural Service Deputy Administrator Mark Slupek)

One Christmas tree grower in Virginia is urging more farmers, especially new farmers, to get into the Christmas tree business. (Gary Crawford and farmer, Jim Gehlsen)

Extreme drought conditions in various wheat growing regions are contributing to lower wheat production forecasts compared to the previous year. (Rod Bain and USDA Chief Economist Seth Meyer)

USDA's quarterly stock forecasts revealed a surprise regarding ending stocks for corn and soybeans, compared to industry projections. (Rod Bain and Chief Economist Seth Meyer)

There is more than one reason for encouraging climate-smart agriculture. (Gary Crawford and Sec'y Tom Vilsack)

USDA's latest Agricultural Prices report indicates producers of most commodities noticed an increase in what they received pricewise compared to the previous month. (Rod Bain)