Tens of thousands are still without power in North Carolina and Georgia. In Georgia, the Department of Health and Human Services is putting prescription replacement programs in place…
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USDA Invests in Scholarships for Future Agricultural Leaders
The funding will boost food and agricultural careers through scholarships at historically Black universities. The U.S. Department of Agriculture (USDA) recently announced a $19.2 million investment to support…
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Two Wildfires Burning 100,000 Acres in Wyoming
The Elk Fire has burned more than 75,000 acres and reportedly began with a lightning strike. Two separate wildfires are currently burning in the state of Wyoming. There…
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USDA Releases Recommendations for Supporting U.S. Forests
Officials outline climate change, workforce shortage, and hurdles in communication as key issues. The U.S. Department of Agriculture (USDA) released a joint report outlining ways to support and…
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USDA Awards $35 Million for Independent Meat Processors’ Expansion
The funding will construct new facilities, create 1,200 new jobs. The U.S. Department of Agriculture (USDA) is awarding $35 million to expand the processing capacity of 15 independent…
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FTC Backs USDA’s Proposed Rule on Meat Processing Practices
Commission supports clarifying the Packers and Stockyards Act to protect competition and promote a more resilient food system. The Federal Trade Commission (FTC) has expressed support for a…
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USDA Invests $121 Million into Specialty Crop Research
17 projects address unique challenges facing U.S. produce. The U.S. Department of Agriculture (USDA) announced the distribution of $121 million to support research for specialty crops and agriculture…
Read MoreUSDA Distributes $7.3 Billion for 16 Rural Clean Energy Companies
Secretary Vilsack says the investment will connect solar, hydro, and wind power to 5 million rural homes. Secretary Tom Vilsack announced that the U.S. Department of Agriculture (USDA)…
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USDA and Education Department Hold Rally on School Meals
Secretaries highlight healthy nutrition, local food initiatives, and new standards for student success. The U.S. Departments of Agriculture (USDA) and Education recently hosted a virtual pep rally to…
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USDA Reports 18 Million Households Face Hunger and Food Insecurity
Secretary Vilsack responds to highest numbers in a decade. The U.S. Department of Agriculture (USDA) recently released its annual food security report, which showed that 18 million households,…
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