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RAPP from Commodity Group Point of View

00:01:00.316   2023-12-04   
What are some of the thoughts about USDA’s new Regional Agricultural Promotion Program from a commodity organization that stands to benefit from this offering? (Rod Bain and Steve Mercer of U.S. Wheat Associates)

2023 Farm Income Forecast Raising a Few Concerns for 2024

00:00:58.984   2023-12-04   
One expert says USDA's new 2023 farm income forecast raises some concerns for 2024. (Gary Crawford and USDA Chief Economist Seth Meyer)

The Strange Aspects of Christmas Tree Growing

00:00:59.872   2023-12-04   
Back by UNpopular demand this year is this true story about how at this time of year things can sometimes get a little nutty for Christmas tree growers, especially those who have choose and cut farms. (Gary Crawford and Tom Dull)

One Possible Theory on the Origin of the Christmas Tree Tradition

00:01:00.055   2023-12-04   
How did the tradition of the Christmas tree get started? Here is one of several possible theories. (Gary Crawford and USDA history researcher, Anne Effland)

Lower Commodity Prices for Crop Producers in October

00:00:59.271   2023-12-01   
How did lower prices received by crop growers overall in October contribute to the latest overall ag prices received index issued by USDA? (Rod Bain)

Economist Sees Some Positives from USDA's 2023 Farm Income Forecast

00:00:55.275   2023-12-01   
One analyst says if you look for them, there are some positives from USDA's new farm income forecast. (Gary Crawford and USDA Chief Economist Seth Meyer)

Another Projected Increase in 2023 Farm Production Expenses

00:00:57.495   2023-12-01   
USDA is projecting a modest increase this year in farm production expenses. (Gary Crawford and USDA Chief Economist Seth Meyer)

Record Wildfire Totals Tallied in Canada

00:00:59.689   2023-12-01   
Wildfire activity in Canada reached record numbers in 2023 regarding total acreage burned this year, with impacts from those complexes felt in the U.S. as well. (Rod Bain and USDA meteorologist Brad Rippey)

What's Behind the Tight Supplies of Real Christmas Trees?

00:01:00.029   2023-12-01   
What's the story behind the recent very tight supplies of real Christmas trees? (Gary Crawford and Tim O'Connor, Executive Director of the National Christmas Tree Association)

Pets Can Get Stressed Out by Holiday Parties

00:00:59.533   2023-12-01   
Hosting a holiday party can be stressful for the host, but sometimes more stressful for the host's pets. (Gary Crawford and Dr. Susan Nelson)

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