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The federal government’s $4 billion dollar plus investment in creating stronger, more resilient, supply chains includes focus on the farm and food sectors. Rod Bain reports. PARTICIPANTS: Rod Bain and Secretary Tom Vilsack

USDA has announced four billion dollars to strengthen the nation's supply chains, while at the same time, it is seeking public comment on supply chain issues. Stephanie Ho has this story. PARTICIPANTS: Stephanie Ho. Agriculture Secretary Tom Vilsack. Deputy Undersecretary Mae Wu.

The Deputy Secretary of Agriculture addressed several newsworthy topics in a media call with the National Association of Farm Broadcasting. Stephanie Ho has the story. PARTICIPANTS: Stephanie Ho and Deputy Agriculture Secretary Jewel Bronaugh (bruh-NAH)

During National Homeownership Month, the spotlight is on one homeowner whom USDA helped to buy a home -- which, he adds, brings more than just economic benefits. Stephanie Ho has more on the story. PARTICIPANTS: Stephanie Ho and Tito Santiago, homeowner in Vermont

This summer has already brought record heat to many places, heat severe enough to endanger people and pets. Gary Crawford has more. PARTICIPANTS: Gary Crawford. Kurt Hammell, veterinarian with USDA's Animal and Plant Health Inspection Service

USDA's Rural Development homeownership programs help a single mom buy a home that allows her to stay in the community where her sons were born. Stephanie Ho has the story. PARTICIPANTS: Stephanie Ho. Deputy Undersecretary Justin Maxson. Montana homeowner, Amanda Donnell.

The Agriculture Department is placing a significant investment in our nation's emergency food system to build up its response and its resiliency. Rod Bain reports. PARTICIPANTS: Rod Bain and Deputy Under Secretary for Food, Nutrition, and Consumer Services Stacy Dean

A federal government award highlights USDA's efforts to protect human safety and conserve wildlife at the same time. Stephanie Ho has the story. PARTICIPANTS: Stephanie Ho and Wildlife Service Research Biologist, Brian Washburn.

How do plant-based hamburger patties compare to tradition beef patties? The results of a scientific study may surprise you. Gary Crawford has more. PARTICIPANTS: Gary Crawford and Travis O'Quinn, Associate Professor at Kansas State University.

Keeping invasive plants and pest from being unwanted hitchhikers from your outdoor excursion is as simple as cleaning items before traveling back home. Rod Bain reports. PARTICIPANTS: Rod Bain. Krysta Lutzke of the North American Invasive Species Management Association. Cecilia Sequeira of USDA's...