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Rural America at a Glance – What are the Trends?

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What does USDA’s latest edition of its annual “Rural America at a Glance” report indicate regarding population, demographic, and economic trends in rural areas? Rod Bain looks at some of the findings in this edition of “Agriculture USA”.

PARTICIPANTS: Rod Bain and Tracey Farrigan of the Economic Research Service

Trends in Rural America - At A Glance

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What are some of the population, demographic, and economic trends found in USDA's latest edition of its annual reports focused on rural America? Rod Bain reports.


PARTICIPANTS: Rod Bain and Tracey Farrigan of the Economic Research Service

Big Bargains for that Big Bird

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Holiday food shoppers are likely to find the lowest prices in years for turkeys. Gary Crawford has more.


PARTICIPANTS: Gary Crawford. Classic film director, Alfred Hitchcock. USDA economist, Michael McConnell.

When Preparing That Holiday Turkey Dinner, Size Does Matter

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Hosting this year's Thanksgiving dinner? An expert has some advice about how much turkey to buy. Gary Crawford has more.


PARTICIPANTS: Gary Crawford and Meredith Carothers with the USDA's Meat and Poultry Hotline.

****Broadcasters: The USDA's Meat and Poultry Hotline number is 888-MPHOTLINE(888-674-6854) Listeners can also go online to Ask.usda.gov ****

Cooking No-No's that Could Make for a Holiday Dinner Disaster

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Want to really sabotage that holiday dinner you're preparing? Here are some simple things that could do just that. Gary Crawford has more.


PARTICIPANTS: Gary Crawford. Meredith Carothers with USDA's Meat and Poultry Hotline.
****Broadcasters: The USDA's Meat and Poultry Hotline number is 888-MPHOTLINE(888-674-6854) Listeners can also go online to Ask.usda.gov ****

Some Holiday Party Foods Can Be Bad for Your Pets

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Certain common holiday foods can cause serious problems for dogs or cats that get into those foods. Gary Crawford has more.


PARTICIPANTS: Gary Crawford and Dr. Susan Nelson, veterinarian and professor at Kansas State University.

What’s Next for FMMO Amendment Process?

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The recently announced final decision regarding Federal Milk Marketing Order amendments is not the final step in approval and implementation of these adjustments. Rod Bain reports.

PARTICIPANTS: Rod Bain and Agricultural Marketing Service Deputy Administrator Dana Coale

The Votes are Coming In … for FSA County Committee Positions

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Every November is election season for USDA’s Farm Service Agency as ballots arrive to determine County Committee seats. Rod Bain reports.

PARTICIPANTS: Rod Bain and FSA Administrator Zach Ducheneaux

Ag Stats Advisory Committee – Input on USDA Surveys

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Nominations are now being accepted for a unique USDA committee that provides input on various ag statistical surveys and reports. Rod Bain reports.

PARTICIPANTS: Rod Bain. Joe Prusacki of the National Agricultural Statistics Service. Farm Service Agency Administrator Zach Ducheneaux

Promoting Ag as a Global Climate Solution

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The United Nations Climate Change Conference offers U.S. ag interests an opportunity to explain to the world how farmers and foresters provide a myriad of climate mitigation methods. Rod Bain reports.

PARTICIPANTS: Rod Bain. Rob Larew of the National Farmers Union. Hannah Thompson-Weeman of the Animal Agriculture Alliance.

A Critical Time for the Turkey Industry

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This is a critical time for the turkey industy. Gary Crawford has more.


PARTICIPANTS: Gary Crawford and USDA economist, Michael McConnell.