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The intent of USDA's Census of Agriculture is to ask questions of producers to better understand the make-up of farming and ranching in the U.S. Yet some producers have their own set of questions regarding the Census, and the 2022 Census now being conducted is no exception. Rod Bain looks at some of...

The Agriculture Secretary used this week's AIM for Climate Summit as opportunity to update on two climate oriented efforts announced last fall at the United Nations' COP27 event. (Rod Bain and Secretary Tom Vilsack)

There is one exception to what has been a picture of shrinking nationwide drought according to start of May U.S. Drought Monitor. Rod Bain reports. PARTICIPANTS: Rod Bain and USDA meteorologist Brad Rippey

Agriculture Secretary Tom Vilsack provides an update on two U.S. commitments announced at last fall’s COP 27 climate event – the updates announced at this week’s AIM for Climate Summit.

United Arab Emirates Minister for Climate Change and Environment Mariam Almheiri discusses the Agriculture Innovation Mission for Climate, its growth over the past eighteen months, and examples of how this initiative could benefit her country.

USDA’s Animal and Plant Health Inspection Service is partnering with zoo facilities nationwide on studies to determine the susceptibility of the SARS-CoV2 virus in animals. Rod Bain reports. PARTICIPANTS: Rod Bain. Steve Rekant and Jessica Seigal-Willott of USDA-APHIS. James Traverse and Nick...

Two storm systems this week could benefit thousands of producers. (Gary Crawford and USDA meteorologist, Brad Rippey)

Do any of the usual insect deterrents actually work to keep bugs away from our cookouts and picnics? Gary Crawford has this report. PARTICIPANTS: Gary Crawford and Kait Chapman with the University of Nebraska.

USDA meteorologist, Brad Rippey, saying that this week's storms will miss the nation's driest areas.

Several may not understand the broad number of career opportunities available in the farm, food, and forestry sectors, particularly when it comes to new and developing market opportunities. Rod Bain reports. PARTICIPANTS: Rod Bain and Secretary Tom Vilsack