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Over sixty U.S. ag exporters Thursday received grants in the second round of USDA Regional Agricultural Promotion Program funding. (Rod Bain. Andrew Brandt of the U.S. Grains Council. Dan Hallstrom of the U.S. Meat Export Foundation.)

Steve Mercer of U.S. Wheat Associates discusses how USDA Regional Agricultural Promotion Program funding supports wheat export market development within African nations.

USDA recently announced investment in eight projects under conservation program focused on wetland mitigation banking efforts. (Rod Bain and Russell Ames of the Natural Resources Conservation Service)

Russell Ames of the Natural Resources Conservation Service discusses two projects funding under the Wetland Mitigation Banking Program as examples of such conservation efforts.

Are we giving our kids far too many toys for the holidays? One expert thinks so. (Gary Crawford and Kansas State University Associate Professor and Extension Child Development Expert Bradford Wiles.)

Big, fancy and elaborate toys may not be the best toys for younger children. (Gary Crawford and Bradford Wiles, Child Development Specialist, Kansas State University)

Are you stressing out this holiday season? The holidays can be stressful, 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...

The annual lighting of USDA's holiday tree Tuesday includes dignitaries such as the Agriculture Secretary and the winner of the Capitol Christmas Tree essay contest. (Rod Bain. Secretary Tom Vilsack. Rose Burke.)

A nutrition expert says introducing young school kids to new fruits and veggies could help create a healthier America. Gary Crawford has more. PARTICIPANTS: Gary Crawford and Dr. Deirdra Chester Director of USDA's Office of Chief Scientist.

U.S. Forest Service Chief Randy Moore discusses some of the common connections between this year's USDA holiday tree and the U.S. Capitol Christmas Tree ... both lighted in ceremonies Tuesday.