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Broadcasters--The USDA's Meat and Poultry Hotline number is 888-MPHOTLINE(888-674-6854) Listeners can also go online to Ask.usda.gov How do you safely handle those turkey, ham and beef leftovers? (Gary Crawford and Meredith Carothers, with the USDA's Meat and Poultry Hotline)

The USDA is only hours away from releasing its last weekly Crop Progress Report for the 2023 growing season. The report will resume next spring. (Gary Crawford and USDA meteorologist, Brad Rippey)

What are some cons and scams consumers should watch out for as they shop or provide charity this holiday season? (Rod Bain and Amy Nofzinger of the American Association of Retired Persons)

Amy Nofzinger of the American Association of Retired Persons (AARP) shares details of a scam found on social media sites that could separate consumers from their money.

Here are some highlights from USDA's Prospective Plantings Report. (Gary Crawford)

Applications are now being accepted for the latest round of Rural Energy for America Program project funding - with some new elements included. (Rod Bain and Secretary Tom Vilsack)

Agriculture Secretary Tom Vilsack explains the two categories of funding under USDA's Rural Energy for America Program (REAP) as well as possible uses for funding.

Agriculture Secretary Tom Vilsack provides two examples of projects awarded USDA Rural Energy for America Program funding to demonstrate project variety and scope.

A White House official believes clean energy as an economic driver goes beyond energy production and offers rural America with another economic development vehicle. (Rod Bain and White House National Climate Advisory Ali Zaidi)

White House National Climate Advisor Ali Zaidi provides examples of manufacturing facilities that are providing clean energy products, and domestic job opportunities, particularly in rural areas.