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If you are still hunting for that perfect real Christmas tree, what can you expect to find in terms of supply and price. Gary Crawford has more. PARTICIPANTS: Gary Crawford and Tim O'Connor, Executive Director of the National Christmas Tree Association

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)

Eligible organizations now have until February 2nd to apply for funding from the first round of USDA's new Regional Agricultural Promotion Program. Rod Bain reports. PARTICIPANTS: Rod Bain and Secretary Tom Vilsack

A holiday time story unfolded recently as what is dubbed “The People’s Tree” was lit in the Nation’s Capital. Rod Bain reports. PARTICIPANTS: U.S. Speaker of the House Mike Johnson (R-LA). Ethan Reese. Agriculture Secretary Tom Vilsack. U.S. Forest Service Chief Randy Moore. Director of the U.S...

The Agriculture Secretary recently provided an update on efforts within USDA to improve equity and diversity among its workforce and programs. Rod Bain reports. PARTICIPANTS: Rod Bain and Secretary Tom Vilsack

Several sources within USDA’s Rural Development mission area are providing resources in making our nation’s supply chains more resilient. Rod Bain reports. PARTICIPANTS: Rod Bain. President Joe Biden. Rural Business Cooperative Service Administrator Karama Neal.

As 2023 nears its completion, how does this year’s wildfire season to date compare to previous years regarding acreage burned? Rod Bain reports. PARTICIPANTS: Rod Bain and USDA meteorologist Brad Rippey

Back by UNpopular demand this year is this true story about how at this time of year things can sometimes get a little nutty for Christmas tree growers, especially those who have choose and cut farms. (Gary Crawford and Tom Dull)

How did the tradition of the Christmas tree get started? Here is one of several possible theories. (Gary Crawford and USDA history researcher, Anne Effland)

One expert says USDA's new 2023 farm income forecast raises some concerns for 2024. (Gary Crawford and USDA Chief Economist Seth Meyer)