Radio Features Archive

Several aspects about decision makers on the farm and ranch level are discovered when combing through the data of the 2022 Census of Agriculture. Rod Bain looks at some of those findings in the second part of a two-part series – in this edition of “Agriculture USA”.

PARTICIPANTS: Rod Bain and Virginia Harris of the National Agricultural Statistics Service

Small businesses contribute more to the nation's economy than you might think. Gary Crawford has more.

***2024's National Small Business Week was April 28th - May 4th***

PARTICIPANTS: Gary Crawford. President Joe Biden. Vice President Kamala Harris. Agriculture Secretary Tom Vilsack.

Atmospheric conditions are behind what was a significant April concerning tornado counts in the U.S., just as the peak of our nation’s tornado season takes place. Rod Bain reports.

PARTICIPANTS: Rod Bain and USDA meteorologist Brad Rippey

Knowing what's true and what's false about tornadoes could save your life. Gary Crawford has more.


PARTICIPANTS: Gary Crawford and USDA meteorologist, Brad Rippey.

The iconic wildfire prevention symbol celebrates eighty years of service in 2024, but how can you write to him to give him anniversary well-wishes? Rod Bain reports.

PARTICIPANTS: Rod Bain. Lincoln Bramwell of the U.S. Forest Service. Smokey Bear.

You've put a lot of work into that vegetable garden of yours, but how can you keep the critters from stealing you blind? Gary Crawford has this report.


PARTICIPANTS: Gary Crawford. Charlie Lee, retired Kansas State University extension wildlife expert. Also, cartoon farmer, Emer Fudd.

The Agriculture Secretary says the new IRS tax credit policy for sustainable aviation fuel is a big win for climate smart farmers. Gary Crawford has more.


PARTICIPANTS: Gary Crawford and 'Agriculture Secretary Tom Vilsack

What is the update regarding cargo shipments and channel restoration over a month after a bridge collapse impeded cargo traffic to and from the Port of Baltimore? Rod Bain reports.

PARTICPANTS: Rod Bain. President Joe Biden. Transportation Secretary Pete Buttigeig. U.S. Trade Representative's Office Chief Ag Negotiator Doug McKalip. Daren Coppock of the Agricultural Retailers Association. Luther Markwart of the American Sugar Alliance.

The world's women farmers will get a lot more attention in 2026. Gary Crawford has more.


PARTICIPANTS: Gary Crawford. U.S. Ambassador to the U.N. Linda Thomas Greenfield. USDA Deputy Secretary Xochitl Torres Small

The last April U.S. Drought Monitor reveals not only a contracting of total drought coverage area in drought, but also less drought coverage where various crops and commodities are raised. Rod Bain reports.

PARTICIPANTS: Rod Bain and USDA meteorologist Brad Rippey

What are some of the thoughts on whether a 2024 Farm Bill will be passed by Congress and signed into law sometime this year? Rod Bain reports.

PARTICIPANTS: Rod Bain. Mike Stranz of the National Farmers Union. Joe Gilson of the American Farm Bureau Federation. Jake Westlin of the National Association of Wheat Growers.