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New Map Shows Broadband Coverage Gaps Wider than Previously Thought

00:01:00.107   2021-06-17   
The gap between those who have high speed internet access and those who don't appears to be wider than previously thought. (Gary Crawford and Agriculture Secretary Tom Vilsack)

Would-be Homebuyers Should Consider USDA's Rural Development

00:00:59.977   2021-06-17   
Low income would-be homebuyers should consider USDA's Rural Development, for financing help. (Stephanie Ho and Tito Santiago, Vermont homeowner)

USDA Helps Homeowner Buy House Where He Wants to Be

00:00:59.977   2021-06-17   
USDA helps low-income homeowners in smaller communities buy houses where they want to be. (Stephanie Ho and Tito Santiago, Vermont homeowner)

Homeownership is a Dream Come True for One Vermont Resident

00:00:59.977   2021-06-17   
One new Vermont homeowner says owning his own home is like a dream come true. (Stephanie Ho and Tito Santiago, Vermont homeowner)

A Unique "EQIP"-ing for Some Drought-Plagued Western States

00:00:59.585   2021-06-17   
A pilot program in connection with USDA's Environmental Quality Incentives Program offers assistance for eligible landowners in four states impacted by drought. (Rod Bain and Natural Resources Conservation Service Chief Terry Cosby)

Actuality: Details on Conservation Incentive Contracts

00:00:58.253   2021-06-17   
Natural Resources Conservation Service Chief Terry Cosby discusses a new conservation incentive-based pilot program scheduled for nationwide implementation in Fiscal Year 2022.

Actuality: Conservation Incentive Contracts and Pilot Program

00:01:00.160   2021-06-17   
Natural Resources Conservation Service Chief Terry Cosby explains an Environmental Quality Incentives Program pilot designed to assist four Western states impacted by drought, and its future expansion.

More Production and Demand for Dairy

00:01:00.238   2021-06-17   
USDA expects more cows and therefore more milk production and more demand for dairy products. (Rod Bain and World Agricultural Outlook Board Chair Mark Jekanowski)

This Week's Dangerous Heat Wave also Dangerous for Pets

00:00:59.010   2021-06-17   
Many places are setting records for high temperatures. Experts say pets are at risk in high heat situations. (Gary Crawford and Kurt Hammel with USDA's Animal and Plant Health Inspection Service)