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Friday, May 17, 2013  Organic industry's political clout grows on Capitol Hill as consumers demand organic foods

Wednesday, May 08, 2013  The U.S. Department of Agriculture says only 12 percent of the nation's cornfields have been planted.

Tuesday, May 07, 2013  Oklahoma congressman proposes $20 billion spending cut over 10 years in nation's food stamps program

Friday, May 03, 2013  New federal report cites many causes for dramatic bee disappearance

Thursday, April 25, 2013  More tough choices ahead for farmers, cities as New Mexico grapples with third year of drought

Wednesday, April 17, 2013  USDA makes 2nd attempt with livestock ID system meant to help control spread of animal disease

Tuesday, March 26, 2013  USDA Secretary Vilsack to announce expansion of program aimed at reducing rural poverty

Monday, March 25, 2013  Crop insurance claims total $16 billion after widespread U.S. drought; cost stirs debate in Congress

Saturday, March 23, 2013  Eleven local chapters of the National FFA Organization and nine Missouri 4-H clubs statewide were granted funding for their community service projects this year.

Thursday, February 28, 2013  The days of changing clocks twice a year could come to an end under a proposal pending in the Missouri Legislature.

Thursday, February 14, 2013  Update: Custom exempt processing has been reinstated

Monday, November 12, 2012  Food labels multiply, confuse consumers, claiming to certify array of sustainable practices

Tuesday, October 30, 2012  The animals were living in their own filth, most with no access to food or water

Tuesday, October 02, 2012  Several decayed animals were found, while starving animals were taken so they could receive medical attention

Friday, August 17, 2012  Missouri Republican Senate candidate Todd Akin is questioning the federal government's role in the National School Lunch Program.