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USDA livestock analyst Michael McConnell looks at what hog producers are considering for their operations in 2026, based on indications from the December Quarterly Hogs and Pigs Report.

Nearly the entire Golden State should receive heavy precipitation and high winds through the holiday week as the result of an atmospheric river event. (Rod Bain and USDA meteorologist Brad Rippey)

Christmas Week, particularly Christmas Day, should feature mild and dry weather for the Eastern two thirds of the country, with one exception. (Rod Bain and USDA meteorologist Brad Rippey)

USDA meteorologist Brad Rippey looks at recent weather conditions and what impacts they could potentially have on the now dormant winter wheat crop.

* - Food safety questions can be asked via USDA's Meat and Poultry Hotline ... 1-888-MPHotline - * Once the holiday meal concludes, what should be done with the leftovers, particularly from a food safety perspective? Rod Bain reports. PARTICIPANTS: Rod Bain and USDA food safety expert Meredith...

USDA is currently reaching out to growers of organic commodities to participate in a survey about their operations and practices. Rod Bain reports. PARTICIPANTS: Rod Bain and National Agricultural Statistics Service Administrator Joseph Parsons

In the realm of the Agriculture Department's Trade and Foreign Agricultural Affairs, there are several acronyms associated with efforts to expand foreign market access and increase foreign market development and promotion. Rod Bain discusses some of these acronyms in this edition of "Agriculture USA...

Charcuterie boards are popular offerings at holiday parties and get togethers, yet food safety should be part of the presentation. Rod Bain reports. PARTICIPANTS: Rod Bain and USDA food safety expert Meredith Carothers

A final rule recently issued would provide updates to the nation’s crop insurance and risk management system with emphasis on improved access by policyholders. Rod Bain reports. PARTICIPANTS: Rod Bain and Risk Management Agency Administrator Pat Swanson

* - STATIONS - Please do not air after 5 PM (in your time zone) Wednesday, December 24 - * WIth Santa and his sleigh making his rounds again this year, might there be some areas of concern weather-wise during his journey? Rod Bain reports. PARTICIPANTS: Rod Bain. USDA meteorologist Brad Rippey...