What are some of the pieces of information used by USDA to create their October production forecasts for fall-harvest crops such as corn, soybeans, and cotton? Rod Bain reports. PARTICIPANTS: Rod Bain. Lance Honig of the National Agricultural Statistics Service. Chief Economist Seth Meyer.

Theres a bit of encouraging news on the agricultural import/export front. Gary Crawford has more. PARTICIPANTS: Gary Crawford and USDA economist, Bart Kenner

What is the outlook regarding production and price for major U.S. tree nuts such as almonds, walnuts, and hazelnuts? Rod Bain reports. PARTICIPANTS: Rod Bain and USDA economic researcher Seth Wechsler

A new USDA led pilot program has grant funding now available for ag employees needing resources to address various farm labor and workforce challenges. Rod Bain reports. PARTICIPANTS: Rod Bain and Deputy Under Secretary for Farm Production and Conservation Gloria Montaño Greene

There's a special program that helps organic growers and would-be organic growers with their crop insurance premiums. Gary Crawford has more. PARTICIPANTS: Gary Crawford and Marcia Bunger, Administrator of USDA's Risk Management Agency.

USDA's Chief Economist recently provided a look at how the nation's farm economy might shape up for the remainder of this year. Rod Bain reports. PARTICIPANTS: Rod Bain and Chief Economist Seth Meyer

USDA recently helped milk producers facing various economic and weather challenges through its suite of dairy assistance programs. Rod Bain reports. PARTICIPANTS: Rod Bain and Farm Service Agency Acting Deputy Administrator John Berge

A new report shows that the yearly growth in global agricultural productivity is shrinking. Gary Crawford has more. PARTICIPANTS: Gary Crawford. Dr. Tom Thompson with Virginia Tech University. Alexis Taylor, USDA Under Secretary for Trade.

2024 marks the 100th anniversary of USDA’s Agricultural Outlook Forum with initial details about the centennial event recently announced. Rod Bain reports. PARTICIPANTS: Rod Bain and World Agricultural Outlook Board Chair Mark Jekanowski

USDA recently announced sign-ups and soon to be sign-up deadlines for some of their natural resources conservation programs, with focus emphasizing climate smart conservation practices. Rod Bain reports. PARTICIPANTS: Rod Bain and Natural Resources Conservation Service Chief Terry Cosby