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Selected communities now have assistance in developing wildfire defense plans, thanks in part to recently awarded U.S. Forest Service grants. (Rod Bain and Brad Simpkins of the Forest Service)

Brad Simpkins of the U.S. Forest Service discusses the purpose behind Community Wildfire Defense Grants in efforts to plan for wildfire protection and response.

Farm Service Agency Administrator Zach Ducheneaux explains the growing flexibilities within its ELAP disaster assistance program and how a new online decision - making tool can assist producers.

The Farm Service Agency partners with a private entity to offer an online tool for producers wishing more details on one of USDA's more flexible disaster assistance programs. (Rod Bain and FSA Administrator Zach Ducheneaux)

The condition of the nation's pastures and rangelands is improving rapidly. (Gary Crawford and USDA meteorologist Brad Rippey)

Food production by farmers and civilians was a key factor in the success of the D-Day invasion 80 years ago this week. Gary Crawford has this report. PARTICIPANTS: Gary Crawford. USDA historical expert, Anne Effland. ABC reporter George Hicks. President Franklin Roosevelt.

USDA meteorologist, Brad Rippey, talks about some of the states in which topsoil moisture is short to very short.

Topsoil moisture concerns are running the gamut from not enough moisture to too much. (Gary Crawford and USDA meteorologist Brad Rippey)

Agriculture Secretary Tom Vilsack discusses a new program to allow public service internship participants opportunity to learn about tribal ag and food sovereignty issues.

Agriculture Secretary Tom Vilsack announces first of its kind support for meat processing and harvesting projects connected with Tribal entities and indigenous animals.