Despite the rains that have played havoc on many of our specialty crops this summer, large price hikes are not likely. Download Audio
Trucking Along
Pick-ups are no longer just for farmers. Everett Griner talks about the progression of the pick-up truck. Download Audio
Farm Income Decreased in New Forecast
Farm income could be down this year and down below previous expectations. USDA’s Gary Crawford has the story. Download Audio
New My American Farm Games and Updates
The American Farm Bureau Foundation for Agriculture has made updates to their My American Farm website. Download Audio
Food Safety for Labor Day
Kathy Bernard with USDA’s Food Safety and Inspection Service wants to remind folks of a few food safety tips for this holiday weekend. Download Audio Download Audio
Need for Immigration Reform Extends Far Beyond the Field
According to Ag Secretary Tom Vilsack, the need for a steady and reliable workforce in the field has a significant impact on the economy as a whole. Download Audio
Who Owes Who
Agriculture is still being challenged in the courts. Everett Griner tells us why. Download Audio
Battling the Ambrosia Beetles with Foam
USDA scientists are testing an experimental foam that contains insect-killing fungi for the fight against ambrosia beetles. Download Audio
Bugs and Weeds
Everett Griner tells us about new environmental problems. Download Audio
Florida Could See Significant Ag Losses Without Immigration Reform
Ag Secretary Tom Vilsack explains why comprehensive immigration reform is so important to the state of Florida. Download Audio