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USDA has announced four billion dollars to strengthen the nation's supply chains, while at the same time, it is seeking public comment on supply chain issues. Stephanie Ho has this story. PARTICIPANTS: Stephanie Ho. Agriculture Secretary Tom Vilsack. Deputy Undersecretary Mae Wu.

More help is on the way for struggling dairy operators. (Gary Crawford. Senator Patrick Leahy and Agriculture Secretary Tom Vilsack)

The Deputy Secretary of Agriculture addressed several newsworthy topics in a media call with the National Association of Farm Broadcasting. Stephanie Ho has the story. PARTICIPANTS: Stephanie Ho and Deputy Agriculture Secretary Jewel Bronaugh (bruh-NAH)

Agriculture Secretary Tom Vilsack is asking Congress for funding to fill hundreds of vacant positions at USDA. (Gary Crawford and Agriculture Secretary Tom Vilsack)

During National Homeownership Month, the spotlight is on one homeowner whom USDA helped to buy a home -- which, he adds, brings more than just economic benefits. Stephanie Ho has more on the story. PARTICIPANTS: Stephanie Ho and Tito Santiago, homeowner in Vermont

What needs to be done to make sure producers are treated fairly in the marketplace? Agriculture Secretary Tom Vilsack has some ideas about that. (Gary Crawford and Agriculture Secretary Tom Vilsack)

This summer has already brought record heat to many places, heat severe enough to endanger people and pets. Gary Crawford has more. PARTICIPANTS: Gary Crawford. Kurt Hammell, veterinarian with USDA's Animal and Plant Health Inspection Service

Changes to two Conservation Reserve Program sign-ups have been announced, including dates for the current General sign-up and upcoming CRP Grasslands acreage enrollment. (Rod Bain and Farm Service Agency Administrator Zach Ducheneaux)

The Agriculture Secretary's latest opportunity to promote rural America and its opportunities for investment came before a global audience. Rod Bain reports. PARTICIPANTS: Rod Bain and Secretary Tom Vilsack

Farm Service Agency Administrator Zach Ducheneaux explains the reasons behind updates to the Conservation Reserve Program's General Sign-Up, now underway through July 23rd.