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Regulations for Future Oversight of Animal Ag Biotechnology 2020-12-31 00:01:00.342
The Agriculture Department will soon have oversight of parts of federal regulations regarding food and fiber animals modified or produced by genetic engineering. (Rod Bain and Under Secretary for Marketing and Regulatory Programs Greg Ibach)
Actuality: Animal Biotech Proposed Rulemaking and Public Comment 2020-12-31 00:00:58.096
Under Secretary for Marketing and Regulatory Programs Greg Ibach discusses the advanced notice of proposed rulemaking regarding transfer of some animal biotechnology oversight to USDA, and the importance of public comment during the current comment period.
Actuality: Background on Animal Biotech Regulatory Framework 2020-12-31 00:01:00.342
Under Secretary for Marketing and Regulatory Programs Greg Ibach discusses the history of federal animal biotechnology regulatory oversight, leading up to a recent announcement of USDA taking over as lead agency in some of these regulations.
It's Never Too Late to Take a Look at the Dietary Guidelines 2020-12-31 00:01:00.029
It's never too late for anyone to take a look at the federal government's Dietary Guidelines, for overall healthier eating. (Stephanie Ho and USDA Deputy Undersecretary Brandon Lipps)
The Dietary Guidelines Can Be Tailored to Individual Needs 2020-12-31 00:00:59.663
The federal government's newly-released Dietary Guidelines for Americans can be tailored to meet individual needs. (Stephanie Ho and USDA Deputy Undersecretary Brandon Lipps)
Media Headlines Can Cause Nutrition Confusion 2020-12-31 00:00:59.977
Media headlines can cause confusion about health and nutrition. (Stephanie Ho and USDA Deputy Undersecretary Brandon Lipps)
Actuality: Make Every Bite Count 2020-12-31 00:00:16.091
USDA Deputy Undersecretary Brandon Lipps says the theme of this year's just-released Dietary Guidelines is "Make Every Bite Count."
Farmers May Boost Plantings Significantly this Spring 2020-12-31 00:00:59.898
Will farmers respond to current rising prices and boost planted acreage this spring? (Gary Crawford and USDA Chief Economist Rob Johansson)
2021 Wheat Plantings May Reverse a Long-Term Trend 2020-12-31 00:00:59.794
2021 may turn out to be an unusual year for U.S. wheat growers. (Gary Crawford and USDA Chief Economist Rob Johansson)
A Look at 2021's Prospects for the U.S. Dairy Industry 2020-12-31 00:00:55.614
The new year could bring tighter margins for dairy operators. (Gary Crawford and outgoing USDA Chief Economist Rob Johansson)
Creating a New USDA Position from the Ground Up 2020-12-31 00:01:00.447
The current, and first, Agriculture Under Secretary for Trade and Foreign Agricultural Affairs, looks back at efforts to define the position and its mission regarding U.S. ag trade. (Rod Bain and Under Secretary Ted McKinney)
Increasing Efforts and Awareness in Urban Conservation 2020-12-31 00:00:59.559
More urban and suburban citizens and entities are applying conservation techniques to their homes, gardens and landscaping - thanks in part to recent efforts by local conservation districts. (Rod Bain and Tim Palmer of the National Association of Conservation Districts)
USDA's Latest Price Summary Shows Gains for Most Ag. Commodities 2020-12-30 00:00:59.402
USDA's latest price index summary is for November. It reflects a much stronger market for most agricultural commodities. (Gary Crawford and USDA Chief Economist Rob Johansson)
What's New in the Dietary Guidelines? 2020-12-30 00:00:59.977
There are several new things in the latest edition of the federal government's Dietary Guidelines. (Stephanie Ho and USDA Deputy Undersecretary Brandon Lipps)
A Wide Variety of Input Went Into Latest Dietary Guidelines 2020-12-30 00:00:59.977
Input from many different sources went into the federal government's latest edition of the Dietary Guidelines for Americans. (Stephanie Ho and USDA Deputy Undersecretary Brandon Lipps)
What's this Country's Healthy Eating Index? 2020-12-30 00:00:59.794
As the government releases the latest edition of the Dietary Guidelines for Americans, one statistic to look at is the Healthy Eating Index. (Stephanie Ho and USDA Deputy Undersecretary Brandon Lipps)
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Agriculture USA
USDA Has Plenty of Resources to Help Beginning Farmers 2020-12-29 00:04:59.990
What does USDA have to help beginning farmers and ranchers? Turns out, quite a bit! Stephanie Ho has the story.
PARTICIPANTS: Stephanie Ho. Under Secretary Bill Northey. Farm Foundation President Shari Rogge-Fidler. USDA's Beginning Farmer and Rancher National Coordinator Sarah Campbell.
Consumer Time
USDA is Encouraging Beginning Farmers and Ranchers 2020-12-29 00:02:59.983
As the agricultural population continues to get older, USDA is encouraging beginning farmers and ranchers. Stephanie Ho reports.
PARTICIPANTS: Stephanie Ho. Farm Foundation President Shari Rogge-Fidler. Under Secretary Bill Northey.
America's Diverse Family Farms 2020 Edition is Now Available 2020-12-29 00:02:59.983
USDA's annual report, titled America's Diverse Family Farms, is now available. Stephanie Ho reports.
PARTICIPANTS: Stephanie Ho and Christine Whitt, ERS.
Pandemic Impacts on Rural America 2020-12-29 00:02:53.766
An annual USDA report on rural America looked at how the COVID-19 pandemic impacted sectors of that section of the country. Rod Bain reports.
PARTICIPANTS: Rod Bain and Elizabeth Dobis of the Economic Research Service
Will the New Year be a Better Year for Food Shoppers? 2020-12-29 00:02:59.774
Food shoppers this past year have had to deal with some large price hikes. What is the outlook for the new year? Gary Crawford has this report.
PARTICIPANTS: Gary Crawford and USDA economists, Gianna Short and Carolyn Chelius)
Championing Food Loss and Waste Reduction in America 2020-12-29 00:02:32.137
The list of companies and organizations within the U.S. Food Loss and Waste 2030 Champions continues to grow. Rod Bain reports.
PARTICIPANTS: Rod Bain and Jean Buzby, USDA Food Loss and Waste Liaison
Agriculture Update
There Are Many USDA Programs to Help Beginning Farmers 2020-12-29 00:02:29.969
As the U.S. farm population continues to get older, USDA is putting emphasis on helping beginning farmers and ranchers get in to the agricultural business. Stephanie Ho has the story.
PARTICIPANTS: Stephanie Ho. Under Secretary Bill Northey. USDA's Beginning Farmer and Rancher National Coordinator Sarah Campbell.
Awarding Projects Protecting Animal Health 2020-12-29 00:02:23.960
Two USDA programs recently announced funding for projects designed to improve our nation's livestock biosecurity. Rod Bain reports.
PARTICIPANTS: Rod Bain and Under Secretary for Marketing and Regulatory Programs Greg Ibach
Pork Producers Putting the Brakes on Expansion 2020-12-29 00:02:21.714
A new USDA report supports the idea that U.S. pork producers are pulling back on production. Gary Crawford has more.
PARTICIPANTS: Gary Crawford and USDA livestock analyst, Shayle Shagam.
The Importance of Highways to U.S. Agriculture 2020-12-29 00:02:29.760
A recent study looks at the value of the nation's highway system in the ag sector, including specific corridors with major volumes of ag related traffic. Rod Bain reports.
PARTICIPANTS: Rod Bain and Adam Sparger of the Agricultural Marketing Service)
USDA Local Foods Survey is Underway 2020-12-29 00:02:29.995
A special USDA survey currently underway focuses on local and regional food. Stephanie Ho has the story.
PARTICIPANTS: Stephanie Ho and Adam Cline, NASS