Fewer Herb Acres & Beef Recall
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A California company has recalled tons of ground beef, ag producers are putting in fewer acres of herbs and Lacy stands her ground with ag critics.
Anti-Terrorism Bill & Haitian Relief
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The Senate looks to follow the House in a chemical anti-terrorism bill but that might hurt ag producers, a lot of aide is being sent to Haiti including a lot of food and Lacy takes a look at a new approach by the government to curb greenhouse gas.
Choking Game & Florida Fish Freeze
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A shocking study says young kids have been choking themselves, another Florida industry is suffering from the cold and Lacy takes a look at a fraud investigation.
Organic Survey & Carbon Fuels Standard
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A new organic study has some good suggestions for producers and California has approved a low carbon fuel standard...which is not very popular.
Food Creator Dies & Florida Freeze
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The person responsible for marketing a food icon has died, be prepared to pay more for ag products from the south and Lacy looks at who is looking at the bees.
Global Warming Question & Vilsack In Afghanistan
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Tom Vilsack announces a $20 million dollar input for Afghanistan ag, one expert says that there is no such thing as global warming and Lacy reconnects with an old friend.
Poor Judgment & Facing Critics
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Sometimes it's important to think twice before doing some things, Farm Bureau's Bob Stallman says critics aren't going away and Lacy takes a look at blogging.
Florida Weather & Airport Scanners
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If you are planning on doing some traveling be prepared for more scrutiny and it appear sunny Florida can get cold...plus Lacy takes a look at a program that uses farming to help returning veterans.
Loosening Up & E. Coli Vaccine
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Some less restrictive rules may help some farmers receive payments and testing is being done on a possible E.coli vaccine for cattle.
Taiwan Reaction & New Advisory Committee
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It appears Taiwan is walking away from a new agreement on beef, the USDA has announced members of a new Fruit & Veggie committee and Lacy is getting excited for spring planting.
A Better Farm Year and Rustling Cattle
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What is the outlook for the 2010 farm year? It could be a good one, cattle rustling was something that cowboys of the past had to contend with but it's still here and Lacy discusses bureaucracy.
SURE Program Sign Up & Tax Planning
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The SURE program is accepting application for 2008, it is time to start thinking about tax planning and Lacy gets a little "cheesy" about weight loss.
Blocking Imports & Russian Problem
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Taiwan may decide to block imports of certain beef products, Russia has confirmed the H1N1 virus in pigs and Lacy takes a look at the hottest new online game.
FDA Scam & New Year Weather
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There is a new scam that you might need to be aware of to end your year and before we start the celebrating, we might want to check the weather. Plus Lacy takes a look back at 2009.
Healthier Eating Incentives & eTattoo
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Look for point of purchase displays to start popping up with healthier eating information, a new ear-tag has been approved for the cattle industry and Lacy takes a look at how Obama is finding climate change.
Beef Recall & New Study
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A major food processor has recalled beef products after reports of illness in 6 states, a new study takes a look at a low tech way of improving farming and Lacy takes on the soda pop adversaries.
Stabbed & Senate Version on the Table
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Some people just have to have their coffee, Farm Bureau says that the Senate version of the health care bill is not that much better and it is cold, sniffle and flu season. Lacy has the tissues.
Hazelnut Recall & Popular Plants
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Harry & David hazelnut recall only affects their Medford store, poinsettia plants are extremely popular this time of year and Lacy takes a minute to reminisce about the holidays.
A Lot of Work Remains & Cell Phone Law
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The World Trade Organization says there is still a lot to be done to come to an agreement, Oregon cell phone users only have about a week to get things in order and Lacy takes a look at safe holiday giving.
Health Care Hurdle & Declines for Christmas Trees
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Christmas Tree farmers are not seeing the increases they were expecting this season, health care is moving ahead and may soon be debated plus Lacy takes a look at a natural struggle.
Taking Some Heat and Beware the Scammers
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The Ag Secretary is sure taking some heat over cap & trade, Oregon Ducks fans need to be cautious and Lacy takes a fond and tasty look back.
Estate Tax Blocked & Health Care Time Running Out
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Republicans have blocked an extension of the estate tax...for a bit and it does not look as if there will be a healthcare bill before the New Year.
H1N1 Vaccine Approved & Food Costing Less
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Food at the grocery store is costing a bit less these days, Pfizer has just had their H1N1 vaccine approved and Lacy takes a look at one agency that has appointed themselves in charge!
Making Cuban Trade Easier & Vilsack Talks Greenhouse Gas
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Slowly but surely there seems to be some opening up of trade with Cuba, the USDA and the dairy industry are working towards cutting back on greenhouse gas and Lacy has a look at the estate tax issue