Secretary Vilsack highlights recent supply chain disruptions to show the necessity. Secretary of Agriculture Tom Vilsack unveiled a new federal grant initiative called the Fertilizer Production Expansion Program,…
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USDA Aids Hurricane Fiona Recovery Efforts
Offers assistance for farmers, ranchers, animals, and residents, particularly in Puerto Rico. Agriculture Secretary Tom Vilsack has directed the U.S. Department of Agriculture (USDA) to make disaster assistance…
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White House Hosts Conference on Hunger
Group will identify nutrition problems and make recommendations. On Wednesday, President Biden’s administration hosted a conference on hunger, nutrition, and health. Only the second time the conference has…
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USDA to Provide $2 Billion to Food Banks
Local food purchasing and school lunches are also funded. The U.S. Department of Agriculture (USDA) announced last week that they will be providing $2 billion for food bank…
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USDA Invests in Rural WV Water Infrastructure
Secretary Vilsack and Senator Manchin attend groundbreaking ceremony. U.S. Department of Agriculture Secretary Tom Vilsack recently joined Senator Joe Manchin of West Virginia to announce a $75 million…
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USDA Coordinating Infant Formula Distribution
Department working with manufacturers to get formula to WIC families. The U.S. Department of Agriculture (USDA) agreed to extend flexible funding in the distribution of infant formula to…
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Secretary Vilsack Comments on Public Charge Final Rule
He supports eligible immigrants’ participation in food programs. Agriculture Secretary Tom Vilsack recently voiced his approval of the Final Rule on Public Charge. The Department of Homeland Security…
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USDA Regional Food Business Centers to Receive $400 Million
Funding helps underserved regions. Agriculture Secretary Tom Vilsack recently announced the availability of approximately $400 million to supply technical assistance, capacity-building services, and vital local and regional food…
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Administration Accepting Applications for Rural High-Speed Internet
Funding is allotted through the Bipartisan Infrastructure Investment and Jobs Act. U.S. Department of Agriculture (USDA) Secretary Tom Vilsack announced that the department is accepting applications for ReConnect…
Read MoreUSDA Extends Food Program Waivers for Baby Formula
Secretary says families need the flexibility to access formula. The U.S. Department of Agriculture (USDA) announced this week that the expiration dates are being extended for baby formula…
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