We continue to hear from viewers, farmers, and industry leaders from across the country as we reflect on the legacy of RFD-TV founder, Patrick Gottsch, and the impact he has had on agriculture and rural America.
UNMC Chancellor, Dr. Jeffrey Gold spoke with RFD-TV’s own Suzanne Alexander on their friendship, Rural Health Matters, and Patrick’s impact on rural residents.
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The total value of the U.S. potato crop was $4.60 billion in 2024, representing an 8% decrease from the previous year.
Crop-specific shifts and strong prices highlight the variability of this year’s fruit and tree nut harvest, according to USDA data.
The decline in production marks the second consecutive year of contraction in the U.S. turkey industry.
The USDA noted that peanut edible utilization season-to-date is down 3% on the year, despite overall stocks increasing.
“Those could’ve easily been our beans going over there. It goes to show that if that opportunity is there, China would be willing to buy.”
Missouri Director of Agriculture Chris Chinn joined us Monday to share highlights from Secretary Brooke Rollins’ visit and her perspective on USDA’s new initiatives.