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A new component to the American Climate Corps is now taking applications for training in various natural resources conservation efforts. (Rod Bain. Deputy Secretary Xochitl Torres Small. White House National Climate Advisor Ali Zaidi)
Deputy Agriculture Secretary Xochilt Torres Small discusses the partnership with the Natural Resources Conservation Service and others in establishing the Working Lands Climate Corps within the American Climate Corps.
White House National Climate Advisor Ali Zaidi discusses growing interest in the American Climate Corps and recent listening sessions on further development of the program.
National Association of Conservation Districts President Kim LaFluer discusses the role of the new Working Lands Climate Corps in developing a new generation of conservationists.
USDA’s latest world wheat production forecasts note a month over month increase, adding to a near record production total. (Rod Bain and World Agricultural Outlook Board Chair Mark Jekanowski)
USDA's February global corn production forecasts note a lower outlook for Brazil's total production. (Rod Bain and World Agricultural Outlook Board Chair Mark Jekanowski)
While some state deadlines have already passed for application for USDA’s Organic Transition Initiative, it is still important for interested producers to show their interest prior to the March First national deadline. (Rod Bain and Lindsey Haines of the Natural Resources Conservation Service)
Natural Resources Conservation Service National Organic Specialist Lindsey Haines explains why producers interested in the Organic Transition Initiative should apply at local offices regardless of state deadlines.
Will our farmers see another year of record net income this year? Will consumers finally see retail food prices come down? Gary Crawford has some expert answers on this edition of Agriculture USA. PARTICIPANTS: Gary Crawford. USDA Chief Economist Seth Meyer. USDA Deputy Secretary Jewel Bronaugh...
How can the USDA become a model of diversity and equal treatment for all? The USDA has just received an interim report of recommendations from the Equity Commission. (Gary Crawford. Agriculture Secretary Tom Vilsack. Deputy Secretary Jewel Bronaugh. USDA Senior Advisor for Racial Justice Dr. Dewayne...