The department is supporting APHIS’ work with state governments and local producers. The U.S. Department of Agriculture (USDA) approved $824 million for emergency response efforts addressing the H5N1…
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USDA Seeking Public Input on Greenhouse Gas Reduction Program
Secretary Vilsack announced new technical assistance for farmers and landowners. The U.S. Department of Agriculture (USDA) has requested public input to shape the development of a new program…
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USDA Invests in Domestic Fertilizer Production
Secretary Vilsack announces grants totaling $83 million to independent U.S. business owners. The U.S. Department of Agriculture (USDA) announced an $83 million investment in domestic fertilizer production in…
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USDA Secretary Announces Funding for Youth Development Nonprofit
He highlighted efforts to support urban producers, create new markets, and strengthen local food systems. Agriculture Secretary Tom Vilsack recently visited a nonprofit in Columbus, Georgia, that is…
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USDA Expands Programs for Farms Transitioning to Organic
$10 million added to 2024 organic farming grant programs. Agriculture Secretary Tom Vilsack announced that an additional $10 million has been added to programs expanding organic food and…
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USDA Agency Updates Product Threshold for Salmonella Contamination
The measure is intended to prevent illness and support food safety in the poultry supply chain. The U.S. Department of Agriculture’s (USDA) Food Safety and Inspection Service (FSIS)…
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USDA and USAID Launch Initiative for Global Food Aid
Collaborative effort addresses global hunger crisis, focusing on 18 vulnerable countries. The U.S. Department of Agriculture (USDA) and the U.S. Agency for International Development (USAID) are deploying $1…
Read MoreUSDA Awards $40 Million in Organic Produce Development
The funding is intended to support more than 27,000 producers. The U.S. Department of Agriculture (USDA) awarded $40.5 million this month to the 60 projects selected for the…
Read MoreUSDA Assists TX and OK Farmers and Ranchers Impacted by Wildfires
Secretary Vilsack directs resources and assistance for recovery efforts across affected communities. Agriculture Secretary Tom Vilsack announced that the Department of Agriculture (USDA) is supporting recovery efforts for…
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USDA Awards Rural Energy Grants
$2.2 billion investment to increase electric reliability for 2 million rural residents. The U.S. Department of Agriculture (USDA) announced that 39 rural energy projects have been selected to…
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