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The farm income situation is vastly different this year for livestock producers compared to crop growers. (Gary Crawford and Spiro Stefanou, Administrator of USDA's Economic Research Service)

Santa has a big bag of toys, but which ones are the best for young children? An expert gives his answer in this report from Gary Crawford. PARTICIPANTS: Gary Crawford and Kansas State University Associate Professor and Extension Child Development Expert Bradford Wiles.

Spiro Stefanou, Administrator of USDA's Economic Research Service,with some key numbers in USDA's 2024 farm income forecast.

An expert says we learn to navigate the food "enjoyment curve", we might keep from gaining weight during the holidays. Gary Crawford has more. PARTICIPANTS: Gary Crawford and Sharolyn Jackson with Kansas State University Extension.

Want to keep that real Christmas tree fresh all through the holiday season? Gary Crawford ha advice from an expert. PARTICIPANTS: Gary Crawford and tree expert, Josh. (Last name withheld by request)

Spiro Stefanou, Administrator of USDA's Economic Research Service, gives examples of how the new USDA income forecast differs from the one issued three months ago.

Spiro Stefanou, Administrator of USDA's Economic Research Service, says farm sector liquidity may have worsened during 2024.

A USDA veterinary official says the U.S. and Mexico are making progress on the Mexican screwworm situation. Gary Crawford has more. PARTICIPANTS: Gary Crawford and Dr. Burke Healey with USDA's Animal and Plant Health Inspection Service

What's the outlook for U.S. agricultural trade in 2025? USDA has a new forecast. Gary Crawford has the story. PARTICIPANTS: Gary Crawford and USDA Chief Economist Seth Meyer.

Heavy snows last week in the Great Lakes region, and increasing Southern rainfall this week, highlight weather activity in the nation of late. (Rod Bain and USDA meteorologist Brad Rippey)