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Various month-over-month and year-over-year changes were recorded in the latest USDA outlook for dairy production, supplies, and prices. (Rod Bain and World Agricultural Outlook Board Chair Mark Jekanowski)

World Agricultural Outlook Board Chair Mark Jekanowski discusses trade and supply adjustments in USDA's dairy outlook for this month.

World Agricultural Outlook Board Chair Mark Jekanowski talks about this month’s dairy price forecasts and some of the factors behind overall price strength.

Safe temperatures and timeframes to store food in refrigerators and freezers during a power outage is among the food safety considerations for those impacted. (Rod Bain and USDA food safety expert Meredith Carothers)

USDA food safety expert Meredith Carothers discusses how long food can be kept safety in a refrigerator or freezer in the event of a power outage, and what items may need to be discarded in a prolonged outage.

Scores of small rural communities are getting an economic/jobs boost from a new USDA investment package. (Gary Crawford and Agriculture Secretary Tom Vilsack) Much of this week's announced funding is for projects being done through the Rural Partners Network.

Agriculture Secretary Tom Vilsack telling reporters that Monday's announced funding for 52 rural development projects involves many USDA programs.

Livestock producers eligible for assistance under USDA Farm Service Agency disaster programs will have more time to turn in applications. (Rod Bain and FSA Administrator Zach Ducheneaux)

A Farm Service Agency official says producers should double check forms on file at their local USDA office in preparing their applications for two emergency relief programs. (Rod Bain and FSA Acting Deputy Administrator John Berge)

Farm Service Agency Acting Deputy Administrator John Berge explains the reason behind pre-filled applications for producer sign-up for the upcoming Emergency Relief Program and Emergency Livestock Relief Program.