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Several federal agencies are involved in bringing high speed internet to rural areas. Which of those agencies should lead the effort? (Gary Crawford. Jim Matheson, CEO of the National Rural Electric Cooperative Association. David Zumwalt, CEO, Broadband without Barriers. Shirley Bloomfield, CEO...

The latest look at USDA’s topsoil moisture condition report reflects the expanding dryness covering several parts of the nation’s mid-section and beyond. (Rod Bain and USDA meteorologist Brad Rippey)

USDA meteorologist Brad Rippey goes over some of the notable state topsoil moisture condition rating numbers for the period ending June 18th.

The latest USDA Pasture and Rangeland Condition report show longer term dryness continuing their negative impacts in parts of the Plains and Midwest. (Rod Bain and USDA meteorologist Brad Rippey)

USDA meteorologist Brad Rippey notes some of the regions of the country where very good to excellent pasture and rangeland condition ratings stand out.

This week parts of the country are suffering record high temperatures which can be a problem for dogs, as well as people. (Gary Crawford and USDA veterinarian, Dawn Fitzhugh)

USDA veterinarian, Dr. Dawn Fitzhugh, listing some of the dog breeds that are most susceptible to heat stress and heat stroke.

The lead U.S. official to the recent G20 Agricultural Ministers meeting in India provided reporters with a summary of event highlights. (Rod Bain and Under Secretary for Rural Development Xochitl Torres Small)

It might be a surprise to some that a division of USDA’s Rural Development mission area offers housing programs in many realms of the housing process, which in turn, provides rural citizens the opportunity of home ownership and affordable housing. Rod Bain looks at the portfolio of programs in this...

Under Secretary for Rural Development Xochitl Torres Small discusses some of recent efforts to expand agricultural exports into India, including events at the recent G20 Ag Ministerial held in that nation.