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Even with USDA's Natural Resources Conservation Service reaching its 90th anniversary milestone, effort in soil conservation occured well before the official founding of the agency. (Rod Bain and NRCS historian Shelby Callaway)

Natural Resources Conservation Service historian Shelby Callaway discusses how changes in the American landscape in the late 1800's led to initial study and consideration of soil conservation.

Natural Resources Conservation Service historian Shelby Callaway talks about the foundations laid by the man who would become USDA's leading soil conservationist and head of NRCS's predecessor agencies.

Planting season is among the busiest times on the farm, sometimes adding to stress for a grower. What are some techniques to reduce stress? (Rod Bain and David Brown of Iowa State University Extension)

Iowa State University Extension expert David Brown goes over some tips producers can utilize to take breaks, rest, and reduce stress during busy times of the year such as planting and harvest.

What are the latest numbers regarding U.S. agricultural exports, imports, and trade balance after the first five months of 2024-25? (Rod Bain and USDA economist Bart Kenner)

What categories of ag exports and imports reflect notable changes in the latest USDA Ag Trade Forecasts? (Rod Bain and economist Bart Kenner)

USDA economist Bart Kenner discusses changes in bulk commodity exports year over year per the latest Agricultural Trade Forecast.

USDA economist Bart Kenner discusses processed fruit and vegetable oil among categories of U.S. ag exports year over year.

Economist Bart Kenner discusses some of the more notable increases in ag imports by category from the latest USDA Ag Trade Outlook.