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Even with USDA's Natural Resources Conservation Service reaching its 90th anniversary milestone, effort in soil conservation occured well before the official founding of the agency. (Rod Bain and NRCS historian Shelby Callaway)

Natural Resources Conservation Service historian Shelby Callaway discusses how changes in the American landscape in the late 1800's led to initial study and consideration of soil conservation.

Natural Resources Conservation Service historian Shelby Callaway talks about the foundations laid by the man who would become USDA's leading soil conservationist and head of NRCS's predecessor agencies.

Planting season is among the busiest times on the farm, sometimes adding to stress for a grower. What are some techniques to reduce stress? (Rod Bain and David Brown of Iowa State University Extension)

Iowa State University Extension expert David Brown goes over some tips producers can utilize to take breaks, rest, and reduce stress during busy times of the year such as planting and harvest.

Some of our nation's officials spent time in Asia recently, where part of the discussion included the Indo-Pacific Economic Framework. (Rod Bain. Secretary Tom Vilsack. U.S. Trade Representative Katherine Tai)

The Agriculture Secretary explains while the proposed Indo-Pacific Economic Framework is not a traditional trade agreement, it can foster increased U.S. ag trade to member nations. (Rod Bain and Secretary Tom Vilsack)

U.S. Trade Representative Katherine Tai talks about recent announcements involving agricultural exports to Japan.

Carbon markets remain a part of efforts to expand climate smart commodities, but now are just one of several potential market-oriented approaches. (Rod Bain and Under Secretary for Farm Production and Conservation Robert Bonnie)

Under Secretary for Farm Production and Conservation Robert Bonnie discusses the options available and developing regarding climate smart commodity and carbon markets.