This is the fourth rule introduced this year to reduce meatpacking consolidation. The U.S. Department of Agriculture (USDA) has proposed a new rule clarifying how to file complaints…
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USDA Seeks Input on Climate-Smart Feedstock Crop Farming
The agency is looking to establish standards for biofuel feedstock growth practices to reduce emissions. The U.S. Department of Agriculture (USDA) has requested information from the public regarding…
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USDA Issues Fourth of July Food Safety Recommendations
Reminder includes thawing, marination, and cooking temperature safety guidelines. The U.S. Department of Agriculture (USDA) published a meat safety reminder as families around the country head outside to…
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USDA Opens Applications for Bird Flu Dairy Herd Losses
The agency offers to cover a portion of financial losses for cow infection isolation. The U.S. Department of Agriculture (USDA) announced last week that it is opening applications…
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USDA Recognizes Pollinator Week
The department seeks to protect the species through research and education. The Department of Agriculture (USDA) is highlighting National Pollinator Week to bring awareness to the role that…
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USDA Distributes $42 Million for Tribal Food Management
The funding will support Indigenous animal harvesting, school meal programs, and agriculture Agriculture Secretary Tom Vilsack recently announced a number of actions to support Tribal food sovereignty, awarding…
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USDA Expands Federal Collaboration to Reduce Food Waste
The agreement with EPA, FDA, and USAID is intended to strengthen national and global efforts. The U.S. Department of Agriculture (USDA) announced the renewal of its Federal Interagency…
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USDA Proposes Fairer Compensation for Chicken Farm Contractors
The agency seeks to change the “tournament system” style of wages imposed by processing companies. This week, the U.S. Department of Agriculture (USDA) proposed a new rule for…
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FDA Recalls Cucumbers from 14 States for Salmonella
The agency directs consumers to destroy bulk whole cucumbers from Fresh Start Produce. The Food and Drug Administration (FDA) recalled whole cucumbers shipped by Fresh Start Produce Sales,…
Read MoreUSDA Provides $824 Million in Emergency Funding for Bird Flu
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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