Today Cathy Isom tells us about the program to promote fruits and veggies in more American diets – while giving a boost to local producers and economies. Nutritious Food to…
Preventing the Spread of Invasive Pests
Brown Marmorated Stink Bug Cathy Isom checks into the many ways you can keep invasive pests from being inadvertently transported to new areas where they could cause damage. Preventing the…
USDA Announces FoodKeeper Application in Advance of World Health Day
The U.S. Food Waste Challenge calls on organizations and businesses across the food supply chain to join the fight against food waste. Cathy Isom has more. FoodKeeper App Learn more…
A New Forecast for Retail Food Prices
Cathy Isom has the latest USDA forecast for food prices has some good news for pork lovers. Food Forecast…
Tax Preparation Tips
No time left to do it yourself? Today Cathy Isom tells us what we need to know before hiring someone else to prepare your taxes. Tax Tips…
Wearable Ag Technology – Now and In the Future
Cathy Isom checks out how wearable technology is shaping the future of farming. Wearable Ag Technology…
A New Way to Protect Catfish from a Deadly Disease?
Today Cathy Isom checks out the new way to protect catfish from a fatal disease by using an old medicinal remedy. Catfish Medicine…
Milk as a Sports Drink?
Cathy Isom tells us what studies are showing about the benefits of drinking Milk right after working out. Milk as a Sports Drink?…
Women in Agriculture Through Photography
Marji Guyler-Alaniz As part of Ag Day celebrations USDA showcased women in agriculture through a photo exhibit at the Department headquarters in Washington, DC. Cathy Isom has the story. Women…
Precautions in Growing and Eating Flowers
herb salad with nasturtium flowers While they may be healthy to eat – flowers also come with their own warning labels. Cathy Isom finishes up her series on edible flowers…
Edible Flowers as Part of Your Plate
Dandelion Preserves There are several flower species that are not only edible but also delicious, and that can be prepared and used in many ways. Cathy Isom talks about some…
Reducing the Amount of Salt in School Meals
Today Cathy Isom looks into why lawmakers are questioning the sodium content in school meals. Reducing School Salt…
USDA Looking to Help Boost State Job Programs
Cathy Isom Cathy Isom checks out what the USDA says needs to happen to reduce the number of people needing food assistance. Job Programs…
The Farmwoman
The changing face of farming includes a younger operator and for this story, a female proprietor. Cathy Isom looks at one farmwoman’s life on the farm. The Farmwoman…