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Rural Business Cooperative Service Administrator Betsy Dirksen-Londrigan discusses one of the projects recently receiving Rural Energy for America Program (REAP) funding and what this is expected to mean annually in cost savings.

The U.S. Trade Representative recently provided updates and examples of how agricultural export opportunities are being developed and expanded for our nation’s food and farm products. Rod Bain reports. PARTICIPANTS: Rod Bain and Ambassador Katherine Tai

Youth participants of the National 4-H Conference spend much of their time at the annual event working, yet what is their assignment? (Rod Bain and Annie Ceccarini of the National Institute of Food and Agriculture)

USDA’s Rural Development mission area goes beyond rural economic development as aspects also contribute to addressing climate issues. Rod Bain reports. PARTICIPANTS: Rod Bain. Rural Business Cooperative Services Administrator Betsy Dirksen-Londrigan. Under Secretary for Rural Development Basil...

National 4-H Coordinator Annie Ceccarini provides an example of how youth working groups within the National 4-H Conference provide potential solutions to federal agency questions and issues.

What are the latest trends in inventory of cattle in feedlots, per USDA’s latest monthly look? Rod Bain reports. PARTICIPANTS: Rod Bain and USDA livestock analyst Shayle Shagam

The first of several USDA led Regional Food Business Centers is now in business, and accepting grant applications to help small and mid-size farm and food businesses to grow. (Rod Bain and Felicity Merritt of the North Central Regional Food Business Center)

Felicity Merritt of the North Central Regional Food Business Center explains the concept and purpose of such centers, as well as business builder grants awarded by these entities.

USDA Regional Climate Hubs are still operating after ten years and still helping farmers deal with climate change. (Gary Crawford and Agriculture Secretary Tom Vilsack)

Winter wheat condition ratings are dropping fast. (Gary Crawford and USDA meteorologist, Brad Rippey)