Take a look back at some of the top headlines from the previous week.
Ag Secretary Vilsack urges Congress to pass Farm Bill
Agriculture Secretary Tom Vilsack urged Congress to pass a farm bill as he spoke to farmers at the American Farm Bureau Federation’s annual convention. Read more.
Tennessee couple wins AFBF Young Farmers Award
A Tennessee couple was recognized by the American Farm Bureau Federation for their contribution to the agriculture industry with the Young Farmers and Ranchers Achievement Award. The Whitts were presented the award at the organization’s 95th annual convention. Read more.
National Water Forecast predicts limited supply for western US
Water in the western United States will be limited, according to the first water forecast prediction from the United States Department of Agriculture’s Natural Resources Conservation Service National Water and Climate Center. Read the full report.
Chickens run wild in Ohio neighborhood
There’s a problem with chickens in one Ohio community. Neighbors in Fairborn say at least 100 chickens are roaming the streets and damaging their property. While no one has claimed to own the chickens, one homeowner is working with the city to capture and relocate them to a nearby farm. Watch the story.
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