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A Look at Long-Term Global Ag Productivity and Sustainability

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USDA recently issued a report looking at how global production of agricultural production has grown and developed over a six-decade period, including in the realm of sustainability. Rod Bain delves into the findings of this study in this edition of “Agriculture USA”.

PARTICIPANTS: Rod Bain and research economist Keith Fuglie

First Ever "Climate Smart' Food Product Hits Grocery Shelves

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The first so-called "climate smart" food product is hitting grocery shelves. Gary Crawford has the story.


PARTICIPANTS: Gary Crawford. Agriculture Secretary Tom Vilsack. Arkansas farmer, Jim Whitaker.

Cultivating the Future of Agriculture’s Leadership and Work Force

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A demonstration of ag’s future personnel base was on display as part of USDA’s 100th Agricultural Outlook Forum. Rod Bain reports.

PARTICIPANTS: Rod Bain. Deputy Secretary Xochilt Torres Small. Crystal Salazar.

Changes in U.S. Spring Outlook

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It is not just the name of what was previously known as the U.S. Spring Flood Outlook that is different about 2024's forecast of potential flood events this season. Rod Bain reports.

PARTICPANTS: Rod Bain and USDA meteorologist Brad Rippey

It's Time to Give that Lawn Some Springtime Attention

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It's just about time to do some needed spring yard work. Gary Crawford springs into action with this report.


PARTICIPANTS: Gary Crawford and Kansas State University Extension yard and garden expert, Dennis Patton.

Ways to Monitor and Control Mosquitoes

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Whether municipal, commercial, or homeowner, knowing how to monitor and control mosquito populations will keep these pests from overpopulating later in the Spring and Summer. Rod Bain reports.

PARTICIPANTS: Rod Bain and Jamie Kopco of Penn State University Extension

Ag Supply Chain Impacts from Port of Baltimore Blockage

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The recent collapse of a bridge at the entry point of a major U.S. port could lead to potential issues for parts of our nation’s ag supply chain. Rod Bain reports.

PARTICIPANTS: Rod Bain. President Joe Biden. Transportation Secretary Pete Buttigeig.

The First "Climate Smart" Food Product Hits Supermarkets

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The first so-called "climate smart" food product is hitting grocery shelves. Gary Crawford has the story.


PARTICIPANTS: Gary Crawford. Agriculture Secretary Tom Vilsack. Arkansas farmer, Jim Whitaker.

A Quick Look at USDA's Planting Intentions Report

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Corn and soybean prices are being supported by information in USDA's Prospective Planting Report. Gary Crawford has more.


PARTICIPANTS: Gary Crawford. USDA Chief Economist Seth Meyer. Lance Honig with USDA's National Agricultural Statistics Service.

Hog Producers Face Challenging Market Conditions

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The nation's hog producers are doing all they can to cope with some challenging market conditions. Gary Crawford has more.


PARTICIPANTS: Gary Crawford. USDA livestock analyst, Mike McConnell.

Decades of Measured Global Ag Production

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USDA recently issued a report looking at how global production of agricultural production has grown and developed over a six-decade period, including in the realm of sustainability. Rod Bain reports.

PARTICIPANTS: Rod Bain and research economist Keith Fuglie