Many experts say the outlook this year for the nation's agricultural sector is generally bright, but there are some uncertainties clouding their forecasts. Gary Crawford has more on this edition of Agriculture USA. PARTICIPANTS: Gary Crawford. Agriculture Secretary Tom Vilsack. USDA Chief Economist...

The Agriculture Secretary is among those watching developments in Ukraine and their potential impacts on agriculture and food production there. (Rod Bain and Secretary Tom Vilsack)

USDA recently announced investments designed to expand and improve processing capability for our nation's meat and poultry processors. Rod Bain reports. PARTICIPANTS: Rod Bain. Secretary Tom Vilsack. Rural Development Rural Cooperative Service Administrator Karama Neal.

Funding is now available to strengthen local and regional food systems, and expand producer market opportunities with hospitals, schools, and other area institutions. (Rod Bain and Secretary Tom Vilsack)

The first ever ministerial for the recently formed Agriculture Innovation Mission for Climate resulted in news of progress on various fronts. Rod Bain reports. PARTICIPANTS: Rod Bain and Secretary Tom Vilsack

The Agriculture Secretary Tuesday offered the latest on USDA efforts to update aspects of the Packers and Stockyards Act. (Rod Bain and Secretary Tom Vilsack)

Expanded surveillance of North American flyways is being conducted in efforts to detect and respond to potential cases of Highly Pathogenic Avian Influenza. (Rod Bain and Koren Custer of the Animal and Plant Health Inspection Service)

What are the prospects for US agricultural exports to China? Stephanie Ho has the story. PARTICIPANTS: Stephanie Ho. Ag Secretary Tom Vilsack. Commerce Department Senior Adviser Elizabeth Economy. USDA Chief Economist Seth Meyer.

Recent confirmations of Highly Pathogenic Avian Influenza in wild bird and poultry flocks have led officials to call for heightened biosecurity measures in commercial and backyard operations. (Rod Bain and APHIS National Incident Commander Koren Custer)

Looking for someone to prepare your tax returns? Gary Crawford talks with an expert who has some advice for us on that subject. PARTICIPANTS: Gary Crawford. Kansas State University Extension tax expert, Susie Latta. Also, classic comedy team, Abbott and Costello