What is it about Farmers Markets that draws farmers and ranchers, vendors, consumers, and communities – to the venue itself and as part of social and economic opportunity? Rod Bain looks at the uniqueness of Farmers Markets in this edition of “Agriculture USA”. PARTICIPANTS: Rod Bain and Under...

USDA’s October supply and demand ledgers for both world and U.S. soybeans noted minimal changes but how did the totals balance out? (Rod Bain and World Agricultural Outlook Board Chair Mark Jekanowski)

What makes Farmers Markets such a unique entity, no matter where they are found, or what they offer in the way of economic and community opportunity? Rod Bain reports. PARTICIPANTS: Rod Bain and Under Secretary for Marketing and Regulatory Programs Jenny Moffitt

One of our country’s top competitors in the world soybean market is currently in its planting season, yet delays are noted in planting progress. (Rod Bain and World Agricultural Outlook Board Chair Mark Jekanowski)

* - October is National Cooperative Month - * Nearing a century of service in some cases, rural electric cooperatives continue to evolve to incorporate new technologies in providing power and other benefits to communities they serve. Rod Bain reports. PARTICIPANTS: Rod Bain and Rural Utilities...

How do the latest cotton production forecasts for our nation and China impact USDA’s look at balance sheets this month? (Rod Bain and World Agricultural Outlook Board Chair Mark Jekanowski)

This is the season for potluck dinners. Gary Crawford has this report about how to help make sure that dinner doesn't make someone sick. PARTICIPANTS: Gary Crawford. USDA food safety expert, Meredith Carothers. Pat Dodson, potluck dinner organizer.

When it comes to world rice production and supply forecasts for this month, USDA notes the predominance of India. (Rod Bain and World Agricultural Outlook Board Chair Mark Jekanowski)

While you carve out that Halloween pumpkin, you can also amaze your friends with your pumpkin knowledge. Gary Crawford explains how. PARTICIPANTS: Gary Crawford and Greg Astill, economist with USDA's Economic Research Service.

Last month we saw a substantial monthly rise in food prices. Is this the start of a new round of price hikes? (Gary Crawford and USDA economist, Megan Sweitzer)