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U.S. Capitol Christmas Tree Lights the Holidays 2024-12-04 00:00:59.245
A Sitka spruce from Alaska adorns the U.S. Capitol grounds with lights and ornaments after Tuesday's Capitol Christmas Tree lighting ceremony. (Rod Bain. Architect of the Capitol Thomas Austin. U.S. Forest Service Chief Randy Moore. Rose Burke.)
Actuality: History and Tradition of Capitol Christmas Tree 2024-12-04 00:00:58.200
Architect of the Capitol Thomas Austin discusses the history of the U.S. Capitol Christmas Tree, and this year's tree, during Tuesday's lighting ceremony.
A Big Cut Projected in Cash Receipts for a Major Crop 2024-12-04 00:00:59.640
USDA is projecting a big cut in 2024 cash receipts for a major crop. (Gary Crawford and USDA Chief Economist Seth Meyer)
Actuality: A Few Specialty Crops Could Generate More Income in 2024 2024-12-04 00:00:38.304
USDA Chief Economist Seth Meyer says most crops are projected to generate less income this year, but a few crops may buck that trend.
Actuality: Highlights from USDA Farm Income Forecast 2024-12-04 00:00:25.224
USDA Chief Economist Seth Meyer with a couple of highlights from USDA's farm income forecast forw 2024.
Near Record Setting Hurricane Season Regarding Damages 2024-12-04 00:00:59.480
2024 appears to be one of the most destructive years regarding hurricanes making landfall in the mainland U.S. (Rod Bain and USDA meteorologist Brad Rippey)
Actuality: Recap of 2024 U.S. Hurricanes 2024-12-04 00:00:59.924
USDA meteorologist Brad Rippey reviews the hurricanes that made landfall in the mainland U.S. this year.
Actuality: Atlantic Hurricane Forecast Versus Final Totals 2024-12-04 00:01:00.160
USDA meteorologist Brad Rippey compares the numbers between May’s federal forecast for the Atlantic hurricane season and the final totals as of season’s end on November 30th.
Actuality: Eastern Pacific Hurricane Season Recap 2024-12-04 00:00:54.256
USDA meteorologist Brad Rippey looks at the 2024 Eastern Pacific hurricane season and impacts to the Western half of North America.
Holiday Tradition at USDA Headquarters 2024-12-03 00:01:00.029
The annual lighting of USDA's holiday tree Tuesday includes dignitaries such as the Agriculture Secretary and the winner of the Capitol Christmas Tree essay contest. (Rod Bain. Secretary Tom Vilsack. Rose Burke.)
Actuality: USDA and Capitol Christmas Tree Connections 2024-12-03 00:00:44.773
U.S. Forest Service Chief Randy Moore discusses some of the common connections between this year's USDA holiday tree and the U.S. Capitol Christmas Tree ... both lighted in ceremonies Tuesday.
USDA Releases New 2024 Farm Income Forecast 2024-12-03 00:00:56.568
USDA has just released its new 2024 farm income forecast. (Gary Crawford and Spiro Stefanou, Administrator of USDA's Economic Research Service)
Income Prospects Differ for Livestock Vs. Crop Producers 2024-12-03 00:00:56.784
The farm income situation is vastly different this year for livestock producers compared to crop growers. (Gary Crawford and Spiro Stefanou, Administrator of USDA's Economic Research Service)
Actuality: Some Key Numbers in USDA's 2024 Farm Income Forecast 2024-12-03 00:00:34.968
Spiro Stefanou, Administrator of USDA's Economic Research Service,with some key numbers in USDA's 2024 farm income forecast.
Actuality: New Income Forecast Differs Slightly from Sept. Forecast 2024-12-03 00:00:38.376
Spiro Stefanou, Administrator of USDA's Economic Research Service, gives examples of how the new USDA income forecast differs from the one issued three months ago.
Actuality: Farm Sector Liquidity May Worsen Slightly 2024-12-03 00:00:37.752
Spiro Stefanou, Administrator of USDA's Economic Research Service, says farm sector liquidity may have worsened during 2024.
Features
Agriculture USA
Don't Let Stress Turn the Holidays into a Mess 2024-12-03 00:05:00.094
Are you stressing out this holiday season? The holidays can be stressful, but there are ways to reduce that stress level. Gary Crawford talks with an expert on this edition of Agriculture USA.
PARTICIPANTS: Gary Crawford and Bradley Dirks, Kansas State University Extension behavioral health specialist.
Consumer Time
Toward a Healthful American Diet One Child at a Time 2024-12-03 00:02:45.912
A nutrition expert says introducing young school kids to new fruits and veggies could help create a healthier America. Gary Crawford has more.
PARTICIPANTS: Gary Crawford and Dr. Deirdra Chester Director of USDA's Office of Chief Scientist.
Are You Stressed Out by the Holidays? 2024-12-03 00:03:00.009
Are the holidays stressing you out? One expert says some of that stress can be self-induced. Gary Crawford has this report.
PARTICIPANTS: Gary Crawford. Bradley Dirks, Kansas State University Extension behavioral specialist.
An Expert Has Some Good Toy Suggestions for Young Children 2024-12-03 00:02:59.983
Santa has a big bag of toys, but which ones are the best for young children? An expert gives his answer in this report from Gary Crawford.
PARTICIPANTS: Gary Crawford and Kansas State University Associate Professor and Extension Child Development Expert Bradford Wiles.
Navigating the Holiday Food "Enjoyment Curve" 2024-12-03 00:02:54.072
An expert says we learn to navigate the food "enjoyment curve", we might keep from gaining weight during the holidays. Gary Crawford has more.
PARTICIPANTS: Gary Crawford and Sharolyn Jackson with Kansas State University Extension.
How to Keep that Real Christmas Tree in Top Shape 2024-12-03 00:02:57.972
Want to keep that real Christmas tree fresh all through the holiday season? Gary Crawford ha advice from an expert.
PARTICIPANTS: Gary Crawford and tree expert, Josh. (Last name withheld by request)
Agriculture Update
Progress on the Screwworm Situation in Mexico 2024-12-03 00:02:30.336
A USDA veterinary official says the U.S. and Mexico are making progress on the Mexican screwworm situation. Gary Crawford has more.
PARTICIPANTS: Gary Crawford and Dr. Burke Healey with USDA's Animal and Plant Health Inspection Service
A New Ag. Trade Forecast 2024-12-03 00:02:30.288
What's the outlook for U.S. agricultural trade in 2025? USDA has a new forecast. Gary Crawford has the story.
PARTICIPANTS: Gary Crawford and USDA Chief Economist Seth Meyer.
New Details on U.S. Farm Irrigation and Water Management 2024-12-03 00:02:20.355
USDA recently released its most recent survey results looking at trends in ag irrigation and water management for 2023. Rod Bain reports.
PARTICIPANTS: Rod Bain and Julie Weber of the National Agricultural Statistics Service
Now Underway - USDA Ag Outlook Forum Registration 2024-12-03 00:02:16.097
The online registration page is now available for the Agriculture Department's 101st edition of its Ag Outlook Forum scheduled in late February 2025. Rod Bain reports.
PARTICIPANTS: Rod Bain and World Agricultural Outlook Board Chair Mark Jekanowski
A Century of U.S. Ag Trade History - Part One 2024-12-03 00:02:28.924
USDA's centennial Agricultural Outlook Forum provided opportunity to recall significant milestones within one-hundred years of our nation’s agricultural trade efforts. Rod Bain reports.
PARTICIPANTS: Rod Bain and USDA Senior Economist Sharon Sydow