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The Agriculture Secretary recently explains what he sees as market opportunities for U.S. ag exports, both from existing and possibly new trading partners. Rod Bain reports. PARTICIPANTS: Rod Bain and Secretary Tom Vilsack
There is a strong likelihood La Nina will affect U.S. weather patterns for the second year in a row. (Stephanie Ho and USDA meteorologist, Brad Rippey)
The stakes are very high in the battle to keep African Swine Fever out of the U.S. Gary Crawford has more. PARTICIPANTS: Gary Crawford and Dr. Patrick Webb, Director of Swine Health with the National Pork Board.
Land grant university economists recently weighed in on discussions on the nations' beef supply chain and how to make it more resilient during shock events. Rod Bain reports. PARTICIPANTS: Rod Bain. Jayson Lusk of Purdue University. Keri Jacobs of the University of Missouri. Jennifer van de Ligt of...
Swine, chicken, and turkey producers who suffered losses from lack of access to processing facilities during the pandemic now have more time to sign-up for a USDA pandemic assistance program. Rod Bain reports. PARTICIPANTS: Rod Bain and Farm Service Agency Administrator Zach Ducheneaux
* - STATIONS: National Farm Safety and Health Week is September 19 - 25 - * Outreach continues to grow regarding education of farm safety and health to both ag producers and the general public. Rod Bain reports. PARTICIPANTS: Rod Bain. Retired volunteer firefighter Jim Bertling. Dermatologist Dana...
Guidelines will facilitate the recognition of climate-smart agriculture within clean transportation fuel programs, creating new market opportunities for biofuel feedstock producers while enhancing climate benefits.
Growing up on a farm in Northeast Iowa taught me the values of resilience and innovation—qualities that have guided my work as USDA’s Under Secretary for Trade and Foreign Agricultural Affairs. I reflect on the progress we have made in advancing U.S. agricultural exports and driving economic growth.