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The latest round of USDA Conservation Innovation Grant awards focuses on investments in both on-farm innovation trials and advancement of traditional conservation practices. (Rod Bain and Karen Woodrich of the Natural Resources Conservation Service)

Karen Woodrich of the Natural Resources Conservation Service explains the intent of the agency's Conservation Innovation Grant program.

Karen Woodrich of the Natural Resources Conservation Service discusses the Classic and On-Farm Trial components within USDA's Conservation Innovation Grants program.

What changes from the prior week were recorded in the latest edition of USDA’s topsoil moisture condition ratings report? (Rod Bain and USDA meteorologist Brad Rippey)

USDA meteorologist Brad Rippey offers a state breakdown of very short to short topsoil moisture condition ratings for the period ending July 21.

What was the week-over-week change in pasture and rangeland conditions for the nation, as well as adjustments for various states? (Rod Bain and USDA meteorologist Brad Rippey)

USDA is making changes to its Livestock Indemnity program to better support cattle producers who have lost animals due to severe heat. (Gary Crawford and Agriculture Secretary Tom Vilsack)

Agriculture Secretary Tom Vilsack saying heat waves have taken a toll on cattle.

Agriculture Secretary Tom Vilsack saying that cattle industry stakeholders urged USDA to boost payment rates for the Livestock Indemnity Program.

Agriculture Secretary Tom Vilsack saying the change in the Livestock Indemnity Program payment rate applies to claims made since January 1st, even if claims have already been paid.