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Argentina Drought and Continuing Impacts on Its Corn Crop

00:00:59.402   2023-04-13   
Another downward adjustment in Argentina's corn production forecast was made this month by USDA, as drought continues to affect that nation's crop. (Rod Bain and World Agricultural Outlook Board Chair Mark Jekanowski)

China Importing More Wheat

00:00:59.951   2023-04-13   
USDA's latest look at world wheat supply and demand estimates indicates an increase in wheat imports by China. (Rod Bain and World Agricultural Outlook Board Chair Mark Jekanowski)

Actuality: Chinese Wheat Import Increase

00:00:29.434   2023-04-13   
World Agricultural Outlook Board Chair Mark Jekanowski discusses a recent rise in import of wheat supplies by China, as noted in USDA's April global outlook.

USDA Makes Big Investment in Urban Trees/Green Spaces

00:01:00.107   2023-04-13   
An expanded USDA program will mean more trees and more green spaces for disadvantaged urban areas. (Gary Crawford. USDA Under Secretary Dr. Homer Wilkes. White House Clean Energy Advisor John Podesta.)

Actuality: Lack of Urban Tree Cover Can Affect Residents' Health

00:00:35.761   2023-04-13   
John Podesta, White House Senior Advisor for Clean Energy Innovation and Implementation, saying the lack of urban tree cover affects much more than just the appearance of an area.

A Second Straight Wild and Wet Winter Next Season for the West?

00:00:57.495   2023-04-13   
Producers in the West might have to deal with a second straight wild, wet and dangerous winter next season. (Gary Crawford and USDA meteorologist, Brad Rippey)