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USDA is seeking public comment on a proposed rule addressing a form of price discovery in a type fed cattle formula pricing agreements – part of efforts to improve fairness and competitiveness in ag markets. (Rod Bain and Senior Advisor Andy Green)

USDA Senior Advisor Andy Green discusses historical concerns about a particular type of fed cattle market formula pricing agreement and a proposed rule to address those challenges.

A recently released USDA interim report provides insight into competitive conditions within the meat retail industry. (Rod Bain and Senior Advisor Andy Green)

USDA is out with a new agricultural trade update. (Gary Crawford and USDA economist, Bart Kenner)

USDA economist, Bart Kenner, with key numbers from USDA's Ag. Trade Update

USDA economist, Bart Kenner, with an update on bulk product exports.

Producers in participating states can soon enroll in a pilot program connected to continuing response to the HVN1 virus in dairy cows. (Rod Bain and Secretary Tom Vilsack)

The Agriculture Secretary recently discussed both current and prospective future announcements regarding the Fertilizer Production Expansion Program. (Rod Bain and Secretary Tom Vilsack)

USDA's new Assisting Special Crop Exports Initiative (pronounced "Ace") is now accepting program funding applications for efforts to address specific export challenges. (Rod Bain and Under Secretary for Trade and Foreign Agricultural Affairs Alexis Taylor)

Under Secretary for Trade and Foreign Agricultural Affairs Alexis Taylor explains the five project areas available for funding application under USDA’s Assisting Specialty Crop Exports Program.