Sage Grouse Extension & OSHA Pledges Clarity
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Oregon Congressman Walden is pushing for a BLM extension on the sage grouse initiative...OSHA may be making it easier to understand recent small farms issue and Lacy talks about big food companies animal welfare.
Food Documentary & Ag Hall of Fame Inductees
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A new food documentary takes aim of the food industry...Ag Hall of Fame inductees are honored and the Census of Ag is about to be unveiled.
Another Florida Freeze & Diet Crackdown
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Florida is bracing for more cold weather...the FTC is cracking down on bogus diet companies...and Lacy talks Meal Sharing.
Felony DUI & USDA StrikeForce
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Washington State wants to crack down on DUI...USDA is helping overly stricken areas...plus Lacy talks about how the USDA is assisting the vegetarian.
Snowpack & Farm Labor Conference
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This year might be a tough one when it comes to water...ag managers and owners will want to attend the Farm Labor Conference...and Lacy discusses the lack of a Farm Bill.
Surgeon General Report & Spending Bill
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Cigarette smoking is much worse for your health than thought...the new budget is good for rural America and Lacy gets fueled up over the RFS.
Farm Bill Delays & Adults Eating Better plus Nutrient Management
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The farm bill still has some sticking points...adults seem to be eating better...and looking at the 4-R's of nutrient management.
Water Survey & Franks Recall
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USDA is looking for farmers for a water survey...Seattle Mariner Beef Franks are being recalled and Lacy discusses the question of to wash or not.
Job Opportunities & Farm Bill Now
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Looking for a job? The ag industry is hiring...Ag Sec. Vilsack wants to see a farm bill done now...and Lacy says Bob Stallman reiterates that sentiment.
Preparing for a Farm Bill & Spending Measure
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Still uncertain about the farm bill but USDA is prepping...Congress is talking spending measures and Lacy discusses travel.
Sugar Beet Juice Melts Icy Roads and Dairy Policy Has Potential to Derail Farm Bill
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An article from Toronto's Star newspaper mentions that more municipalities across Ontario are spraying a combination of sugar beet juice and salt brine to keep roads from being icy.
McDonalds Working Towards Buying Sustainable Beef ,Velveeta Shortage and Cheerios
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McDonald's is committed to purchasing verified sustainable beef during 2016 - after a two-year ramp up in which the corporation will listen, learn and collaborate with stakeholders from farm to the front counter to develop sustainable beef solutions.
Arctic Cold Across the Country
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This week much of the country has been experiencing record-breaking cold temperatures. USDA Meteorologist Brad Rippey begins with how the winter wheat has fared across the country in this cold snap.
Getting the Farm Bill Done & Ethanol Criticizes
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There is some skepticism that the farm bill will get done...one ethanol group is criticizing a 60 Minute report...and Lacy takes a look at one apps ulterior motive.
GMO Proposal & School Lunch Program
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The government is making changes to the GMO ruling...school lunch programs are getting more flexibility...and Lacy talks Cheerios!
2013 Hop Industry Figures & 2014 Food Trends
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The NW hop industry saw a significant increase...one food specialist sees some food trends for consumers...and Lacy discusses the upcoming Essay Contest.
Potato Drop & RFA President Upbeat plus Taking the Weight Off
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It was a big spud that helped Idaho ring in the New Year...while the renewable fuels industry too some heat last year there is still a lot of optimism...and the right way to take off those pounds.
Prince of Ag & Block on Water Resources
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Prince William studies agriculture...and water will still be a big issue this new year...plus Lacy on therapy.
Lower Prices & Sound Science
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The last USDA price report is out...a group of Senators are concerned about a section of the House Farm Bill...and Lacy talks to bloggers.
OSHA Fall Out & Ractopamine Rukus
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A large group of Senators are speaking out against an OSHA ruling affecting farmers...Russia is balking at meat imports over ractopamine concerns...and Lacy talks antibiotic use.
Endangering Bees & China Rejects Shipments
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Work continues on helping the honey bees...China is at it again and rejecting shipments...plus Lacy gets busy recycling.
Where's Immigration Reform & Will RFS Make Any Difference
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Will changing the RFS make any difference...it looked like this would be the year for immigration reform...China needs corn.
Farm Bill Work & EPA Pressure
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There is still hope a farm bill will get done next month...meanwhile one Senator is putting pressure on the EPA...and Lacy has a look at Boxing Day.
Below Normal Snowpack & Holiday Travel
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Many areas of the northwest are experiencing the lack of snowpack...a lot of people are traveling this holiday weekend...and Lacy talks about the magic of Christmas.