The Chief of the U.S. Forest Service recently discussed some of the technological and strategic advances designed to combat, and reduce, wildfire activity. Rod Bain reports. PARTICIPANTS: Rod Bain and Chief Vicki Christiansen

The nation's top agricultural official says rural residents have even more reasons than their urban and suburban counterparts to get their Covid shots. (Gary Crawford and Agriculture Secretary Tom Vilsack)

If you are part of a growing crop of gardening beginners this year, Gary Crawford has in this report some advice from a gardening guru. PARTICIPANTS: Gary Crawford and Kansas State University Extension gardening expert, Dennis Patton

The USDA and the Environmental Protection Agency both have a major interest in biofuels, among other things. How well the two agencies work together could determine the future of renewable fuels. (Gary Crawford and Agriculture Secretary Tom Vilsack)

It could cost a lot to bring broadband to every farm and rural home in the country, but experts say it will pay off long term. Gary Crawford has more. PARTICIPANTS: Gary Crawford. President Joe Biden. Agriculture Secretary Tom Vilsack. Dr. Johnny Park with Wabash Heartland Innovation Network. Vickie...

Rain is expected this week, but it is largely expected to bypass areas hit hard by drought. (Stephanie Ho and USDA meteorologist, Brad Rippey)

The Agriculture Department recently announced an increased enrollment cap and new and expanded incentives within it’s Conservation Reserve Program. Rod Bain reports. PARTICIPANTS: Rod Bain and Farm Service Agency Administrator Zach Ducheneaux

A slow-moving storm system is expected to bring rain to some areas of the country. (Stephanie Ho and USDA meteorologist, Brad Rippey)

USDA Regional Conservation Partnership Program projects, including ones recently awarded funding, offer innovative approaches to conservation, including climate smart agriculture. Rod Bain reports. PARTICIPANTS: Rod Bain and Natural Resources Conservation Service Acting Chief Terry Cosby.

Dry weather in many places next week will be favorable for field work. (Stephanie Ho and USDA meteorologist, Brad Rippey)