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What does Tom Vilsack think will be needed in order for a new farm bill to be passed? (Gary Crawford and Agriculture Secretary Tom Vilsack)

Agriculture Secretary Tom Vilsack says the clock is ticking on the crafting and passage of a new farm bill.

USDA recently announced some specialty crop and organic growers will have expanded crop insurance options available starting in the 2025 crop year. (Rod Bain and Risk Management Agency Administrator Marcia Bunger)

Risk Management Agency Administrator Marcia Bunger explains expanding crop insurance options for specialty crop and organic producers starting in the 2025 crop year.

Risk Management Agency Administrator Marcia Bunger explains the need to announce new and expanded crop insurance products well before the upcoming crop year.

Some crop production areas are reporting drought coverage on the rise since mid-June, as reflected in the latest U.S. Drought Monitor commodities in drought outlook. (Rod Bain and USDA meteorologist Brad Rippey)

USDA meteorologist Brad Rippey notes the July 2nd U.S. Drought Monitor regarding crops like spring wheat, and commodities such as hay and cattle in drought.

USDA meteorologist Brad Rippey talks about recent drought coverage percentages for Southern crops such as cotton, peanuts, and rice.

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...