Radio Newsline
USDA, FFA, Renew Partnership
00:00:59:74 2023-11-03USDA and the National FFA Organization recently renewed its partnership to prepare students for careers in the ag, food, science, and natural resource sectors. (Rod Bain. Secretary Tom Vilsack. FFA CEO Scott Stump.)
Awards to Support Local and Regional Food System Opportunities
00:01:00:29 2023-11-03The latest round of USDA grants focused on local and regional food systems includes funding for projects covering marketing and fostering stronger business relationships. (Rod Bain and Under Secretary for Marketing and Regulatory Programs Jenny Moffitt)
Actuality: Explaining Local and Regional Food Systems
00:00:34:87 2023-11-03Under Secretary for Marketing and Regulatory Programs Jenny Moffitt details local and regional food systems and explains the need to expand these specific supply chains.
Veterans-Turned-Farmers and FPAC Resources
00:00:59:48 2023-11-03What are some of the resources available from USDA’s Farm Production and Conservation mission area to military veterans who pursue operating their own farm? (Rod Bain and Military Veterans Agricultural Liaison Monshi Ramdass)
Actuality: Examples of FPAC Resources for Veterans turned Farmers
00:00:59:74 2023-11-03Military Veterans Agricultural Liaison Monshi Ramdass discusses programs within the Farm Production and Conservation mission area designed to assist veterans who are farm operators.
Secretary Vilsack Speaks to the Future of Agriculture
00:01:00:16 2023-11-02The 96th annual National FFA Convention included a Thursday visit by the Agriculture Secretary. (Rod Bain and Secretary Tom Vilsack)
Actuality: Vilsack Receives Honorary American FFA Degree
00:00:36:31 2023-11-02Agriculture Secretary Tom Vilsack speaking at the National FFA Convention Thursday as he receives an Honorary American FFA Degree from the organization.
Shrinking U.S. Drought Coverage in October
00:01:00.316 2023-11-02The tenth month of the year is usually one where drought trends to decrease and this October is no exception. (Rod Bain and USDA meteorologist Brad Rippey)
Shrinking U.S. Drought Coverage in October
00:01:00:31 2023-11-02The tenth month of the year is usually one where drought trends to decrease and this October is no exception. (Rod Bain and USDA meteorologist Brad Rippey)
Actuality: Drought Coverage by Region
00:01:00:13 2023-11-02USDA meteorologist Brad Rippey looks at notable changes in drought coverage in various parts of the nation for the four-week period ending October 31st.