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The Agriculture Secretary says USDA will need a Little bigger budget next year. (Gary Crawford and Agriculture Secretary Tom Vilsack)

Projects to boost struggling rural economies are showing signs of success. (Gary Crawford and Agriculture Secretary Tom Vilsack)

Agriculture Secretary Tom Vilsack outlining for the House Ag. Appropriations Subcommittee some of USDA's missions.

Agriculture Secretary Tom Vilsack outlining for the House Ag. Appropriations Subcommittee two good ways to help producers.

The National Oceanic and Atmospheric Administration gave its outlook regarding potential Spring flood activity for this season, with perhaps a surprising report. (Rod Bain and USDA meteorologist Brad Rippey)

USDA meteorologist Brad Rippey discusses parts of the U.S. where minor flooding could take place this Spring.

USDA meteorologist Brad Rippey explains how the lack of Spring flooding concerns along the Missouri River system could translate into low water concerns for barge traffic along the mid and lower Mississippi River this fall.

The La Nina weather pattern is delaying the arrival of rains in the southwestern United States. (Stephanie Ho and USDA meteorologist, Brad Rippey)

The holidays can be a very stressful time, but there are ways to reduce that stress level. Gary Crawford talks with an expert on this edition of Agriculture USA. PARTICIPANTS: Gary Crawford and Bradley Dirks, Kansas State University Extension behavioral health specialist.

The threat of wildfires remains in the western United States. (Stephanie Ho and USDA meteorologist, Brad Rippey)