WASHINGTON, D.C.—USDA’s Natural Resources Conservation Service (NRCS) seeks public comments on its interim rule for the Regional Conservation Partnership Program (RCPP), which helps partners develop and implement unique conservation solutions that engage farmers, ranchers, and forest landowners. The rule—now available on the Federal Register—takes effect on publication and includes changes to the program prescribed by the 2018 Farm Bill.

Tina Jarosek first shared this soup with me and then provided the recipe when I gave it a five-star review. The recipe first appeared in a March 2007 issue of Oprah Magazine. Tina made a few changes to it, and it is now her goto year-round soup. Enjoy, and feel free to add your own touches. — KIM McKINNEY

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