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USDA and other federal agencies are bringing the message of needed rural infrastructure projects and support programs to communities and regions as part of an ongoing White House Rural Infrastructure Tour. Rod Bain explains some of the programs, projects, and outreach offerings being discusses on...

Leaders of the Agriculture Department and Environmental Protection Agency began the week at various stops in North Carolina as part of the White House Rural Infrastructure Tour. (Rod Bain. Secretary Tom Vilsack. EPA Administrator Micheal Regan)

A new Rural Partners Network is designed to help rural leaders find and apply for federal programs such as for infrastructure improvements and economic development. Rod Bain reports. PARTICIPANTS: Rod Bain. Secretary Tom Vilsack. White House Domestic Policy Advisor Susan Rice.

The Deputy Agriculture Secretary discussed the effects of freight rail delays on agriculture during a National Surface Transportation Board hearing Tuesday. (Rod Bain and Deputy Secretary Jewel Bronaugh)

The Agriculture Department's new technical assistance network for meat and poultry processing capacity program applicants is as diverse as the system of processing facilities and the customers they serve. Rod Bain reports. PARTICIPANTS: Rod Bain. Deputy Under Secretary for Marketing and Regulatory...

The Deputy Agriculture Secretary revealed how recent freight rail delays and issues are impacting the ability for grain inspectors to do their jobs. (Rod Bain and Deputy Secretary Jewel Bronaugh)

Most financial advisors say tax refunds are not a great idea. Gary Crawford has this report. PARTICIPANTS: Gary Crawford. Kansas State University Extension tax expert, Susie Latta. Classic comedians, Groucho and Chico Marx.

USDA meteorologist Brad Rippey says parts of the country will face frost and freeze concerns regarding crops.

Most 18 wheelers are running on diesel fuel, but what if they could run on pure, less costly and cleaner burning, ethanol? Gary Crawford has more. PARTICIPANTS: Gary Crawford. B.J. Johnson, CEO of Clear Flame Engine Technologies.

Deputy Agriculture Secretary Jewel Bronaugh discusses ideas for immediate and longer term improvements of the nation's freight rail system during Tuesday testimony before the National Surface Transportation Board.