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An enterprising technology company is developing a system that would create a new market for ethanol and help the environment. (Gary Crawford and B.J. Johnson, CEO of Clear Flame Engine Technologies.)

How many big mistakes can a first-time tomato grower make? One expert says, "A LOT". Gary Crawford has more. PARTICIPANTS: Gary Crawford and Kansas State University Extension gardening expert, Dennis Patton. Also, Guy Clark.

B.J. Johnson, CEO and founder of Clear Flame Engine Technologies--a company that is developing technology to allow big trucks and tractors and such to run on pure ethanol. He has nothing but praise for the ethanol industry.

President Biden has released plans for how federal agencies are going to assure equity in delivering government programs. Gary Crawford has more. PARTICIPANTS: Gary Crawford. President Joe Biden. Agriculture Secretary Tom Vilsack. ***broadcasters--For a look at what USDA is doing in the equity space...

B.J. Johnson, CEO and founder of Clear Flame Engine Technologies--a company that is developing technology to allow big trucks and tractors and such to run on pure ethanol. He praises the U.S. agriculture industry for its sustainable approach to production.

What were some of the happenings within USDA's latest look at livestock and poultry production and price? Rod Bain reports. PARTICIPANTS: Rod Bain and World Agricultural Outlook Board Chair Mark Jekanowski

Researchers are zeroing in on ways to combat a major pig disease that costs hog producers millions of dollars a year. Gary Crawford has more. PARTICIPANTS: Gary Crawford and USDA scientist, Dr. Joan Lunney.

What are some of the notable trends regarding irrigated agriculture, as found in a recent USDA study? Rod Bain reports. PARTICIPANTS: Rod Bain and Aaron Hrozencik of the Economic Research Service

Drought conditions means California almond growers usually pump more groundwater for irrigation, yet lower groundwater levels could result in issues for trees and crops. Rod Bain reports. PARTICIPANTS: Rod Bain and USDA researcher Ray Anderson

Applications are being accepted through May 31st for a USDA advisory board on pollinator research, economics, and health. (Rod Bain and Honeybee and Pollinator Research Coordinator Elizabeth Hill)