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For the second consecutive year, agriculture will have a day of recognition at the United Nations Climate Change Conference for its part in global climate mitigation efforts. (Rod Bain and Secretary Tom Vilsack)

Agriculture Secretary Tom Vilsack discusses some of the highlights of our nation’s climate mitigation efforts – part of the U.S. presentation at the upcoming COP 29.

Agriculture Secretary Tom Vilsack discusses some global examples of agriculture addressing climatic challenges - agriculture again being an area of focus at this year's United Nations Climate Change Conference.

In just a few hours, we will have a clearer idea of the market prospects for the crops now being harvested. (Gary Crawford and USDA Outlook Chairman Mark Jekanowski) ***Broadcasters--Do not use this report after 10am EST, Friday, Nov. 8th***

Much of the nation’s mid-section received much needed precipitation over the past few days, yet was it enough to improve topsoil moisture condition? (Rod Bain and USDA meteorologist Brad Rippey)

USDA meteorologist Brad Rippey discusses Eastern states reporting worsening topsoil moisture condition ratings for the period ending November 3rd.

How did legendary USDA Radio broadcaster Gary Crawford begin his illustrious career at the Agriculture Department a half-century ago? (Rod Bain and Gary Crawford)

A familiar voice to you celebrates a milestone in 2024 - fifty years providing Agriculture Department news and information in a style all his own. Rod Bain sits down with colleague Gary Crawford as he discusses his career and highlights from a half century with USDA Radio in this edition of...

A stretch of the middle one-third of the country was recipient of several inches of rain this past week, but what were some benefits and challenges associated with the precipitation? (Rod Bain and USDA meteorologist Brad Rippey)

What were some of the notable events and presentations associated with this year's World Food Prize Laureate ceremony and Normal Borlaug International Dialogue on Food Security? Rod Bain reports. PARTICIPANTS: Rod Bain. World Food Prize Foundation President Terry Branstad. 2024 World Food Prize...