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Rapidly rising input costs and delivery delays continue to make problems for farmers and the people who sell those inputs to producers. (Gary Crawford. Rod Wells, on behalf of the Agricultural Retailers Association. USDA Chief Economist Seth Meyer)

Snow cover in the continental United States is at notably low levels for this time of year. (Stephanie Ho and USDA meteorologist, Brad Rippey)

Cold weather -- who needs it? Turns out, farmers do. (Stephanie Ho and USDA meteorologist, Brad Rippey)

One of the most enduring holiday traditions is the Christmas tree. On this edition of AGRICULTURE USA Gary Crawford explores this old holiday standby and takes us on a hunt for that perfect real tree. PARTICIPANTS: Gary Crawford. Agriculture Department historical expert, Anne Effland. Christmas tree...

Biofuel producers hurt by the pandemic should be getting some help soon from the USDA. (Gary Crawford and Dr. Karama Neal, Administrator of USDA's Rural Business-Cooperative Service)

The Agriculture Secretary explains recent investments in rural infrastructure that emphasizes greater resiliency and climate smart practices. Rod Bain reports. PARTICIPANTS: Rod Bain and Secretary Tom Vilsack

Dr. Karama Neal, Administrator of USDA's Rural Business-Cooperative Service, talking about the expected long range results of USDA's assistance programs for biofuel producers.

USDA's annual Agricultural Outlook Forum will highlight sustainability and productivity -- goals that are not mutually exclusive. Stephanie Ho has more. PARTICIPANTS: Stephanie Ho and USDA Chief Economist Seth Meyer

Maintaining exports in a time of economic uncertainty will be a major key to the success of U.S. farmers in 2022. (Gary Crawford and USDA Outlook Chairman Mark Jekanowski) **Broadcasters, USDA will issue its new agricultural supply and demand forecasts this Thursday, Dec. 9, noon EST**

The White House has a long history of holiday activities and decorations. Gary Crawford has more. PARTICIPANTS: Gary Crawford. President Joe Biden and First Lady Jill Biden. USDA history expert, Anne Effland. Former First Lady Jackie Kennedy. Actor, LL Cool J.