Charger Recall & New Loan Guarantees
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Nokia has issued a recall for some phone chargers, Secretary Vilsack says there is new opportunities for ag businesses and Lacy takes a look at another reporters odd perspective of farming.
EPA seeks to control spray drift
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The EPA has rolled out proposed new guidance for pesticide labeling aimed at reducing off-target and spray drift. EPA is also seeking input on children's exposure to spray drfit.
A victory for animal agriculture
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A proactive ballot measure on animal care by agriculture in the Midwest gained voter approval this providing a model for the rest of the nation.
Waiting Game & Sustainable Ag Grants
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Many people are playing the waiting game when it comes to the flu virus vaccines, deadlines are quickly approaching for sustainable ag grants in your region and Lacy takes a look at the confusing world of meat package labeling.
Increased Prices & Grants Being Awarded
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The latest indicators show that prices for commodities are going up, a new USDA progran has been handing out a number of grants and Lacy warns everyone about scammers.
Cell Phone Ban & Chinese School Lunch Program
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Oregon cell phone users need to know that beginning next year they can be ticketed for using a phone in the car, Chinese officials are looking at a new program to help school children and Lacy discusses protests over agriculture.
Ethanol Production Continues & Spike in Pork
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Forecasts are that ethanol production will remain high, pork prices and exports are continuing on a strong track and Lacy takes a look at the el Nino weather pattern.
China Opens Market & Building on Broadband
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China is opening up their markets to the U.S. swine herd & support is growing for rural broadband funding.
Daylight Savings & New FFA Leadership
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Daylight savings comes to an end this Sunday and you need to be aware, the national FFA Convention recently elected a new President and Lacy takes a look at a proposed sin tax.
Senate Climate Bill, Flood Season & Food Aid
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Flood Season is here in the NW, the Senate has announced their version of climate legislation, the U.S. is sending aid to the Philippines and Lacy looks at what is really scary this Halloween.
California Help & Tax Relief Act
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Drought stricken California farmers may soon be getting some relief, a new estate tax proposal is getting scrutinized and Lacy takes a look at the confusing battle between natural and organic.
Chinese Cooperation & Pumpkin Prices Steady
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There appears to be renewed cooperation between the two biggest greenhouse gas polluters, pumpkins will be plentiful and prices stable this year & Lacy sinks her teeth into a barbecued chicken issue.
School Challenge & Food Product Labeling
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The Ag Secretary and the First Lady are working towards healthier school lunches and the FDA plans to crack down on the labeling of packages.
ACRE Enrollment & Rain Water Rule
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A large number of farms have signed up for the DCP & ACRE programs, the State of Washington has changed a silly law and what does it take to stop referring to something wrongly? Lacy has her say.
H1N1 Pig Case Confirmed & Leaving it Alone
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There has been a confirmed case of H1N1 in a pig but pork remains safe, officials say they will not be pursuing medical marijuana cases and Lacy takes a look at vertical farming ideas.
Gates Foundation Supports Local Farmers & States Ag Departments Receive Grants
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Bill Gates and the Gates Foundation are supporting locals farmers, USDA announces ag grants for states and Lacy says enough is enough.
Climate Change Hearing Set & Concerns Over Healthcare
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There are a number of concerns regarding healthcare reform and agriculture & public hearings have been set for a part of the climate change bill.
Ag Scam Warning & Sagging Imports
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Oregon officials are warning about a new scam hitting rural areas, U.S. ag imports are down and Lacy takes a long hard look at unhappy cows. Really!
H1N1 Increasing & Climate Change on the Back Burner
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Reports are coming in that the H1N1 virus is coming on like gangbusters, climate change legislation looks like it has stalled in Washington and Lacy takes a look at one authors ideas about rural America.
Expect Dairy Rebound & Unemployment Rate Drop
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Oregon has seen a drop in unemployment, experts are hoping to see a rebound in dairy prices and Lacy looks at a no-win situation.
NIFA & H1N1 Death
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A new USDA program is announced, another death is partially a result to H1N1 and Lacy takes a look at how the government may have killed one ag industry.
Expect Delays & Opposing Cap and Trade
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One Washington Congressman applauds Farm Bureau's opposition to Cap & Trade and a new report says that you can expect more delays at the airport this holiday season.
CRP, Carbon Footprint and Winemaker Passing
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The CRP program is unsure about 2010, the President wants to turn the magnifying glass on the government and an influential winemaker has died plus lacy takes a look at a strange form of video conferencing.
Dangerous Foods & A Dangerous Home
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A new list of dangerous foods anger farmers and ag organizations, you may in danger of your home more than your food and Lacy looks at true quality.