Agriculture in the United States: Latest News, Top Stories & Analysis

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 …

Farmers Get Lifeline! USDA Unveils Urgent Reforms and $10 Billion Aid to Save Agriculture

March 23, 2025March 23, 2025 - by Maryann Pugh

WASHINGTON, D.C. — The U.S. Department of Agriculture (USDA) has announced a series of pivotal measures to bolster the agricultural sector, including policy updates for the pork and poultry industries, …

Senator Fetterman Leads Push to Prioritize Pennsylvania’s Mushroom Growers in USDA Rulemaking

June 7, 2024June 7, 2024 - by Maryann Pugh

WASHINGTON, D.C. — This week, U.S. Senator John Fetterman (D-PA) spearheaded a bipartisan effort urging the U.S. Department of Agriculture (USDA) to consider the priorities of Pennsylvania mushroom producers when …