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Friday, May 17, 2013  The sign up will begin May 20th and farmers and ranchers may offer eligible land for CRP's competitive general signup.

Monday, March 11, 2013  The melting snow is having a positive effect on lawns, giving good moisture to topsoil in ways that will pay off in the spring.

Saturday, January 12, 2013  Farm operators in Missouri counties are eligible for low-interest emergency loans from the USDA.

Monday, July 16, 2012 

Tuesday, May 08, 2012  Regional Round-Up is the place to click for interesting news and lifestyle stories across the area.

Sunday, February 05, 2012  How a USDA Civil Engineer affects your everyday life.

Thursday, December 16, 2010 

Wednesday, July 28, 2010 

Saturday, July 18, 2009  The U.S. Department of Agriculture has filled two appointments in Iowa.