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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 USDA's Equity Commission has begun its work. (Gary Crawford. Agriculture Secretary Tom Vilsack. Deputy Agriculture Secretary Jewel Bronaugh.)

Agriculture Secretary Tom Vilsack, at the opening meeting of USDA's Equity Commission, explaining the overall work of the Commission.

Equity Commission Co-Chairs - Deputy Agriculture Secretary Jewel Bronaugh and Arturo Rodriguez, former President of the United Farmworkers, with brief comments Monday at the first meeting of USDA's Equity Commission.