Radio Newsline

USDA research economist Carrie Litkowski covers some of indicators regarding farm income forecasts for this year.

What does USDA forecast regarding potential food prices for this year, and whether the trend is higher or lower overall prices? (Rod Bain and economist Megan Sweitzer)

Innovation continues to be valued by agriculture as tools and technologies to address future challenges and opportunities. (Rod Bain. Jennifer Nelligan of the National Association of Conservation Districts. Paul Bloom of Gevo. Farm Service Agency Administrator Zach Ducheneaux.)

This year’s UDSA Ag Outlook Forum featured a panel of state ag leaders sharing examples of efforts to advance ag and food programs and policies for their constituents going forward. (Alabama Agriculture Commissioner Rick Pate. Maine Ag Commissioner Amanda Beal. Michigan Agriculture Director Tim Boring)

The Agriculture Secretary says current ag economic forecasts demonstrate the need to create more diverse market opportunities for producers. (Rod Bain and Secretary Tom Vilsack)

The Agriculture Secretary told reporters at the annual USDA Ag Outlook Forum that the primary issue of an ongoing dispute over corn exports into Mexico involves science. (Rod Bain and Secretary Tom Vilsack)

The Agriculture Secretary acknowledges his addresses are a means to educate citizens on the vital nature of both agriculture and the rural areas of our country. (Rod Bain and Secretary Tom Vilsack)

USDA’s annual Ag Outlook Forum presented the Department’s first take on major crop commodities for the coming year. (Rod Bain and Chief Economist Seth Meyer)

USDA’s Chief Economist offers his look at crop prices, input costs, and how that translates into producer margins for this year. (Rod Bain and Chief Economist Seth Meyer)

What are the highlights of USDA’s forecasts for meat and dairy production and prices for the coming year? (Rod Bain and Chief Economist Seth Meyer)