Radio Newsline Archive

The Agriculture Secretary Tuesday discussed recent efforts to boost funding in USDA conservation and clean energy programs, and the need to continue such investments. (Rod Bain and Secretary Tom Vilsack)

The Agriculture Secretary discussed his thoughts on passage of a new Farm Bill by Congress and its role as a funding tool in supporting farm policy efforts. (Rod Bain and Secretary Tom Vilsack)

The Agriculture Secretary Wednesday offered his thoughts on the connection between food insecurity here and abroad and the need to improve sustainability in agriculture. (Rod Bain and Secretary Tom Vilsack)

USDA will continue its partnership with Coca-Cola to restore forests and watersheds. (Gary Crawford. Deputy Agriculture Secretary Xochitl Torres Small. Kurt Ritter with the Coca-Cola Company)

Deputy Agriculture Secretary Xochitl Torres Small listing some of the accomplishments of the USDA partnership with the Coca-Cola Company over the last decade.

A slow-moving weather system crossing the nation’s mid-section this week could bring much needed precipitation to parts of the Mississippi River Basin. (Rod Bain and USDA meteorologist Brad Rippey)

For the second consecutive year, below normal water levels are recorded along areas of the Mississippi River and its tributaries. (Rod Bain and USDA meteorologist Brad Rippey)

USDA meteorologist Brad Rippey notes how barge traffic along the Mississippi River is being impacted by a recent lowering of water levels.

USDA meteorologist Brad Rippey looks at some gauge points along the Mississippi River where record low levels have occurred in recent days.

USDA meteorologist Brad Rippey looks at areas of the nation where dry weather is expected to be predominant for the remainder of September.