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* WHAT...Heat index values up to 103.
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* WHEN...Until 8 PM EDT Wednesday.
* IMPACTS...Hot temperatures and high humidity may cause heat illnesses.

Monday, March 12th, 2007

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U.S. Department of Agriculture Secretary Mike Johanns talks with the media following Saturday's annual Farm Forum in Piqua. Johanns said U.S. farm exports are predicted to hit a record $78 billion this year, but cautioned that U.S. farm programs need reformed to head off more WTO lawsuits alleging unfair trade practices.

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Record year is predicted for American farm exports

PIQUA - U.S. agriculture exports are expected to reach $78 billion this year, surpassing the 2006 record of $68.7 billion and continuing a goal to open global markets to America's farmers and ranchers, said the nation's top agriculture official Saturday. [More]

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