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WASHINGTON, D.C. — The Trump administration on December 8, 2025, announced a far-reaching package of agricultural, nutrition, trade, and disaster relief actions anchored by $12 billion in one-time bridge payments …
Trump Administration Unveils Sweeping $12B Farm Rescue Amid Trade, Food, and Health Push Read More
WEST CHESTER, PA — AgConnect, a Chester County Economic Development Council initiative in partnership with the County of Chester, has launched a new endorsement stamp — “As Seen in the …
AgConnect Launches “As Seen in the Chester County Farm Guide” Stamp to Strengthen Local Farm Recognition Read More
WASHINGTON, D.C. — The U.S. Department of Agriculture’s Foreign Agricultural Service (FAS) has opened applications for its next agribusiness trade mission to Mexico City, set for November 3–6. The mission …
USDA Launches Trade Mission to Mexico to Boost Booming Ag Exports and Protect U.S. Livestock Read More
WEST CHESTER, PA — AgConnect has unveiled the 2025 Chester County Farm Guide, a comprehensive resource designed to showcase the county’s rich agricultural landscape and strengthen connections between residents, visitors, …
Chester County Farm Guide Celebrates Local Agriculture and Spotlights Over 125 Family-Owned Farms Read More
PINE GROVE, PA — The Shapiro Administration this week announced a significant expansion of Pennsylvania’s Farm Vitality Grants, doubling the maximum funding available to support farmers in their strategic business …
Empowering Pennsylvania Farmers: Shapiro Administration Doubles Vital Grants to Secure Farming Futures Read More
COLLEGE STATION, TX – U.S. Secretary of Agriculture Brooke Rollins has announced the distribution of a second round of payments under the Marketing Assistance for Specialty Crops (MASC) program. Set …
USDA Announces $1.3 Billion in Additional Support for Specialty Crop Producers Read More WASHINGTON, D.C. — The U.S. Department of Agriculture (USDA) has announced the launch of agricultural trade promotion programs for fiscal year 2026 and is now accepting applications for four key …
How USDA’s New Trade Programs Can Open Global Doors for U.S. Farmers—Here’s What You Need to Know Read More
WASHINGTON, D.C. — U.S. Secretary of Agriculture Brooke Rollins addressed hundreds of local leaders at the National Association of Counties on March 4, outlining her blueprint for restoring prosperity to …
Secretary Rollins Unveils Bold Plan to Reignite Hope and Prosperity in Rural America Read More WASHINGTON, D.C. — On Friday, the U.S. Department of Agriculture (USDA) announced that the Foreign Agricultural Service (FAS) is continuing its efforts to support projects funded by the McGovern-Dole International …
USDA Doubles Down on Global Hunger Relief—Key Programs Boost Education and U.S. Farming Read More WASHINGTON, D.C. — The U.S. Department of Agriculture (USDA) unveiled a significant $14.4 million funding package aimed at advancing urban agriculture and innovative production nationwide. Spread across two separate initiatives, the …
USDA Announces $14.4 Million Initiative to Boost Urban Agriculture and Innovation Read More