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USDA’s latest look at domestic rice supply and demand included updated trade information. (Rod Bain and World Agricultural Outlook Board Chair Mark Jekanowski)

Cotton was the focal crop in USDA's final monthly Crop Production forecast of the year. (Rod Bain)

What makes potatoes a vegetable that constitutes a loyal, perhaps fanatic, consumer base? That and other trivia on taters guaranteed to bring spud lovers to delight are part of Rod Bain's focus in this edition of "Agriculture USA". PARTICIPANTS: Rod Bain. USDA research economist Catharine Weber...

The National Weather Service recently issued its weather outlook for the 2025-26 winter season, but what does this mean regarding temperatures and precipitation for different parts of the country? Rod Bain reports. PARTICIPANTS: Rod Bain and USDA meteorologist Brad Rippey

Caught up export data found its way into USDA's December commodity balance sheets. (Rod Bain and Chief Economist Seth Meyer)

There are several creative ways to present thoughtful presents during the holidays that are also considerate of your budget. Rod Bain reports. PARTICIPANTS: Rod Bain and Laura Hendrix of University of Arkansas Extension

A newly launched USDA web resource provides comprehensive data for the public and stakeholders on New World Screwworm prevention and detection efforts. Rod Bain reports. PARTICIPANTS: Rod Bain and Under Secretary for Marketing and Regulatory Programs Dudley Hoskins

A senior Agriculture Department official notes parts of a new bridge program for farmers impacted by various market disruptions and economic factors. (Rod Bain and Under Secretary for Farm Production and Conservation Richard Fordyce)

Although crops and commodities in drought are few as the winter season begins, there are some conditions worth noting in the latest U.S. Drought Monitor. Rod Bain reports. PARTICIPANTS: Rod Bain and USDA meteorologist Brad Rippey

Under Secretary for Farm Production and Conservation Richard Fordyce provides some of the information producers should know about the recently announced Farmer Bridge Assistance program.