Early Spring Planting & Don't Blame Farmers
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It looks like it could be an early Spring and that could mean early planting and early frost - next time you visit the grocery store don't blame farmers for the prices and lacy discusses the Shape of Things to Come.
Pending Deals & Consumer Prices Fall
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Trade deals may be getting a bit of a boost, the consumer price index did something it hasn't done in a quarter century and Lacy looks at a volatile issue.
Clean Water Decision & Beginning Farmer Program
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A decision on the Clean Water act may be reheard next week and a new program for young farmers and ranchers gets a boost.
Recovery Act & WTO Update
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It has been a year since Obama's Recovery Act went into effect and there is still a lit of work to be done. The WTO is still trying to come to an agreement and Lacy talks about pruning safety.
DDG's Listed, H1N1 Retreat & Let's Move
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DDg's are now showing up on the Chicago Board of Trade, Michelle Obama announces a new child health program,the H1N1 virus seems to be backing off and Lacy looks at one couples life in rural America.
Organic Rules Announced & New H2A Not Popular
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A couple of new ruling were released, one involving new organic amendments and one dealing with the H2A program that is not getting very good comments and Lacy takes a look at the use of antibiotics.
Planting A Healthy Garden & Helping A Water Problem
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Seattle is asking for residents help in lessening the rainwater impact on the sewer system, it's time to think about planting a garden with healthy choices and Lacy digs in to a plate full of haggis!
What Happened to Global Warming & Concerns Over Trade
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With all the snow in the news you may be wondering what is up with climate change & the U.S. seems to be getting left behind when it comes to FTA's.
Orange Production Down & Proposed Climate Agency
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The government is proposing a new agency that will keep track of climate change and that could be good for farmers, the Florida orange crop was hit pretty hard last month and Lacy looks at a Valentine's menu.
Fighting Depression & Switching to Biofuels
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This is a particularly hard time of year for depression and you should know some of the signs, one group of airport shuttles will be switching to biofuels and Lacy takes a look at the food label.
New Animal I.D. Framework & Oregon Turnaround
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The animal ID is making another run for it but this time with some changes, Oregon has taken a bad thing and turned it into a good one and Lacy says thanks.
Major Recycling Idea & Nutrition Program
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Portland is trying out a new recycling program that may cut back on 30% of the refuse, a new Obama program is asking for partnerships and Lacy takes a look at yet another diet.
In the Driver's Seat & Recession Update
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The recession may have been worse than originally thought and farmers may see a benefit to Obama's fuels standard.
CBS Pork Report & Adult Family Homes Review
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A network new report last evening has one ag group up in arms, Washington's Governor wants a look at adult care and Lacy discusses the family morning coffee ritual.
Ban the Bag & Bigger Export Budget
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One Oregon legislator is trying to get rid of plastic shopping bags, while the President talks about a multi-trillion dollar budget the USDA is adding dollars to their budget for exports and Lacy takes a look at Ground Hog's Day.
Can You Spell Trillion & Fruit Purchase
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The President outlines his multi-trillion dollar deficit, the USDA puts in an order for food products and Lacy takes a look at the sour part of a sweet industry.
Where is Healthcare Reform Now & 2010 Census Coming
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You'll soon be asked again to provide some important information, you may see some small scale health care legislation and Lacy takes a look at Obama's State of the Union Address.
Weather Impacts & Unprepared for Attack
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It looks like weather may be an issue this spring in the NW and a new report gives the government an "F" when it comes to being prepared for a bioterrorism attack.
New Farm Bill & Oregon Tax Hikes
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Oregon's tax hike on businesses and the wealthy gets approval from Washington's Gov...The 2012 Farm Bill may be a couple years off but leaders are starting to discuss it and Lacy looks at the war on ag.
Spending Freeze and Less Debt
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A new study suggests that farm debt ratios are changing, the President may be looking at a spending freeze and Lacy takes a look at Haiti relief efforts.
New Child Nutrition Program & From Bad to Worse
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Idahoans are becoming a bit concerned about water issues as the snowpack results are in, the USDA has koined with the NFL and the National Dairy Council to fight obesity in kids and Lacy gets salty.
Changes in Organics & Web-Based Payment Calculator
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Changes in the prganics program may have beneficial outcomes, a new web based calculator for the SURE program is available and Lacy has her say about a cash cow.
Navy Going Green & Dairy Packaging
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The US Navy has agreed with the USDA to research the possibility og going green and dairy farmers may one day have another outlet for their products.
Don't Skip Breakfast & Saying Goodbye
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A new suggest provides additional information that skipping breakfast is not a good thing, one of today's most prolific and popular writers has died and Lacy takes a look at taxation.