Radio Newsline Archive

What does an annual report on global ag productivity reveal about sustainable ag production rates and the ability to feed the globe in the year 2050? (Rod Bain and Tom Thompson of Virginia Tech University)

Virginia Tech University Professor Tom Thompson explains the measurement used in developing an annual global agricultural production/productivity report, and the findings from the 2022 edition.

A USDA economist explains why the indicator for global agricultural productivity shows a decline in its rate of growth, compared to what is needed to feed the world by the year 2050. (Rod Bain and Keith Fuglie)

Hurricane Ian’s effects on agriculture in its path is now under assessment, a process that is expected to be a slow one. (Rod Bain and USDA meteorologist, Eric Luebehusen)

Long term dryness in much of the winter wheat belt of the Plains continues to impact planting and development of this year’s crop. (Rod Bain and USDA meteorologist, Eric Luebehusen)

USDA meteorologist, Eric Luebehusen, discusses recent weather conditions in the Midwest and how that bodes for both corn and soybean harvests this fall.

USDA meteorologist, Eric Luebehusen, notes a mixed bag of temperature and dryness expected for the period of October 11 - 17.

The U.S. Forest Service is using new infrastructure funds to help make our visits to National Forests safer and more enjoyable. (Gary Crawford and Gordi Blum with the U.S. Forest Service)

Gordi Blum, with the U.S. Forest Service, saying that the Forest Service is compiling a list of possible projects to improve the visitor experience. The projects are being evaluated using two criteria.

Gordi Blum, with the U.S. Forest Service, saying that local economies benefit tremendously from visitors coming to nearby National Forests for recreation.