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Disaster Aid Consideration and Agriculture 2024-11-20 00:01:00.212
The Agriculture Deputy Secretary testified before the Senate Appropriations Committee as part of consideration of a comprehensive disaster assistance package, including for ag producers. (Rod Bain and Deputy Secretary Xochitl Torres Small)
RD Connection to Rural Health Awareness and Services 2024-11-20 00:00:59.350
* -National Rural Health Awareness Day is Thursday, November 21th - *
Building up various rural health services and addressing rural health challenges is among the ways USDA Rural Development observes National Rural Health Awareness Day daily. (Rod Bain and Under Secretary for Rural Development Basil Gooden)
Actuality: Rural Development Programs and Rural Health 2024-11-20 00:00:59.611
Under Secretary Basil Gooden discusses Rural Development programs focused on improving rural health access and facilities.
Actuality: Healthcare Challenges for Rural Residents 2024-11-20 00:00:43.624
USDA Rural Development Under Secretary Basil Gooden discusses some of the challenges facing rural citizens regarding access to healthcare in their areas.
Steady Rains and Topsoil Moisture Improvements 2024-11-20 00:00:59.193
Just weeks from an all-time high mark for topsoil moisture very short to short conditions nationwide, recent precipitation contributes to improving numbers. (Rod Bain and USDA meteorologist Brad Rippey)
Actuality: Topsoil Moisture Conditions by State 2024-11-20 00:00:58.671
USDA meteorologist Brad Rippey presents states with notable topsoil moisture conditions ratings on both ends of the spectrum for the period ending November 17.
Dramatically Lower Wholesale and Retail Turkey Prices 2024-11-20 00:01:00.552
This Thanksgiving is bringing dramatically lower turkey prices at wholesale and at the grocery store. (Gary Crawford and USDA economist, Michael McConnell)
Actuality: Turkey Producers Cutting Production 2024-11-20 00:00:36.240
USDA economist, Michael McConnell says turkey producers are taking action to cut this year's production.
Actuality: Frozen Turkey Stocks Still Large Despite Production Cuts 2024-11-20 00:00:22.512
USDA economist, Michael McConnell says stocks of frozen turkeys remain large, despite production cutbacks.
Vilsack Spotlights Ag in Climate Mitigation at COP29 2024-11-19 00:00:59.977
The Agriculture Secretary discussed various U.S. agricultural focused efforts in climate mitigation and economic development during Tuesday’s highlight day on ag at the United Nations Climate Change Conference. (Rod Bain and Secretary Tom Vilsack)
An AIM for Climate Update 2024-11-19 00:00:59.271
The Agriculture Secretary Tuesday provided the latest developments within the global Agricultural Innovation Mission for Climate initiative. (Rod Bain and Secretary Tom Vilsack)
Actuality: Climate Smart Commodity Program Progress 2024-11-19 00:00:59.924
Agriculture Secretary Tom Vilsack at COP 29 provides a timeline of progress over the past three years in USDA's Partnership for Climate Smart Commodities program.
Actuality: AIM for Climate Sprints and Investments 2024-11-19 00:00:39.967
Agriculture Secretary Tom Vilsack discusses advancements in Agricultural Innovation Mission for Climate sprint projects and examples of recent investments in such.
Actuality: AIM for Climate Progress Report and Roadmap 2024-11-19 00:00:35.448
Agriculture Secretary Tom Vilsack discusses a September issued report on the AIM for Climate initiative during a Tuesday press conference at COP 29.
Western Precipitation Deluge from Atmospheric River 2024-11-19 00:00:59.559
Several inches of varying forms of precipitation are expected over the next week as an atmospheric river establishes itself over the northern half of the Western U.S. (Rod Bain and USDA meteorologist Brad Rippey)
Actuality: Atmospheric River Path and Power 2024-11-19 00:00:59.167
USDA meteorologist Brad Rippey describes an atmospheric river system traveling across the Western U.S. this week and the kind of weather power it is expected to contain.
Features
Agriculture USA
Rural America at a Glance – What are the Trends? 2024-11-19 00:05:00.460
What does USDA’s latest edition of its annual “Rural America at a Glance” report indicate regarding population, demographic, and economic trends in rural areas? Rod Bain looks at some of the findings in this edition of “Agriculture USA”.
PARTICIPANTS: Rod Bain and Tracey Farrigan of the Economic Research Service
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Trends in Rural America - At A Glance 2024-11-19 00:02:59.826
What are some of the population, demographic, and economic trends found in USDA's latest edition of its annual reports focused on rural America? Rod Bain reports.
PARTICIPANTS: Rod Bain and Tracey Farrigan of the Economic Research Service
Big Bargains for that Big Bird 2024-11-19 00:03:00.024
Holiday food shoppers are likely to find the lowest prices in years for turkeys. Gary Crawford has more.
PARTICIPANTS: Gary Crawford. Classic film director, Alfred Hitchcock. USDA economist, Michael McConnell.
When Preparing That Holiday Turkey Dinner, Size Does Matter 2024-11-19 00:02:54.942
Hosting this year's Thanksgiving dinner? An expert has some advice about how much turkey to buy. Gary Crawford has more.
PARTICIPANTS: Gary Crawford and Meredith Carothers with the USDA's Meat and Poultry Hotline.
****Broadcasters: The USDA's Meat and Poultry Hotline number is 888-MPHOTLINE(888-674-6854) Listeners can also go online to Ask.usda.gov ****
Cooking No-No's that Could Make for a Holiday Dinner Disaster 2024-11-19 00:03:00.192
Want to really sabotage that holiday dinner you're preparing? Here are some simple things that could do just that. Gary Crawford has more.
PARTICIPANTS: Gary Crawford. Meredith Carothers with USDA's Meat and Poultry Hotline.
****Broadcasters: The USDA's Meat and Poultry Hotline number is 888-MPHOTLINE(888-674-6854) Listeners can also go online to Ask.usda.gov ****
Some Holiday Party Foods Can Be Bad for Your Pets 2024-11-19 00:02:59.826
Certain common holiday foods can cause serious problems for dogs or cats that get into those foods. Gary Crawford has more.
PARTICIPANTS: Gary Crawford and Dr. Susan Nelson, veterinarian and professor at Kansas State University.
Agriculture Update
What’s Next for FMMO Amendment Process? 2024-11-19 00:02:29.159
The recently announced final decision regarding Federal Milk Marketing Order amendments is not the final step in approval and implementation of these adjustments. Rod Bain reports.
PARTICIPANTS: Rod Bain and Agricultural Marketing Service Deputy Administrator Dana Coale
The Votes are Coming In … for FSA County Committee Positions 2024-11-19 00:02:20.225
Every November is election season for USDA’s Farm Service Agency as ballots arrive to determine County Committee seats. Rod Bain reports.
PARTICIPANTS: Rod Bain and FSA Administrator Zach Ducheneaux
Ag Stats Advisory Committee – Input on USDA Surveys 2024-11-19 00:02:18.553
Nominations are now being accepted for a unique USDA committee that provides input on various ag statistical surveys and reports. Rod Bain reports.
PARTICIPANTS: Rod Bain. Joe Prusacki of the National Agricultural Statistics Service. Farm Service Agency Administrator Zach Ducheneaux
Promoting Ag as a Global Climate Solution 2024-11-19 00:02:28.976
The United Nations Climate Change Conference offers U.S. ag interests an opportunity to explain to the world how farmers and foresters provide a myriad of climate mitigation methods. Rod Bain reports.
PARTICIPANTS: Rod Bain. Rob Larew of the National Farmers Union. Hannah Thompson-Weeman of the Animal Agriculture Alliance.
A Critical Time for the Turkey Industry 2024-11-19 00:02:30.192
This is a critical time for the turkey industy. Gary Crawford has more.
PARTICIPANTS: Gary Crawford and USDA economist, Michael McConnell.