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WASHINGTON, D.C. — The Trump Administration on Wednesday unveiled what it called the most dramatic reset of federal nutrition policy in decades, releasing new Dietary Guidelines for Americans that urge …
Trump Team Rips Up Old Food Rules, Urges Americans to “Eat Real Food” Read More
WASHINGTON, D.C. — The U.S. Department of Agriculture rolled out a sweeping set of initiatives last week, ranging from wildfire prevention funding to reforms in federal food assistance and new …
USDA Unveils $200M Wildfire Grants, Tighter SNAP Rules, and Farm Relief Read More WASHINGTON, D.C. — The U.S. Department of Agriculture last week unveiled a sweeping slate of new initiatives aimed at tackling childhood chronic disease, expanding farm-to-school programs, and providing disaster relief …
USDA Launches Sweeping Health Strategy, Farm-to-School Expansion, and $1B Disaster Aid for Producers Read More
WASHINGTON, D.C. — In a major effort to support American agriculture while enhancing the nation’s food assistance infrastructure, the U.S. Department of Agriculture (USDA) announced it will purchase up to …
USDA to Purchase $230 Million in Domestic Seafood, Produce for Nutrition Programs and Food Banks Read More
WASHINGTON, D.C. — The U.S. Food and Drug Administration (FDA) and the National Institutes of Health (NIH) have announced a groundbreaking collaboration to address the nation’s growing diet-related chronic disease …
FDA and NIH Launch Joint Nutrition Regulatory Science Program to Combat Diet-Related Chronic Diseases Read More
WASHINGTON, D.C. — The U.S. Department of Agriculture (USDA) is changing the game when it comes to fighting diet-related chronic diseases and improving food security in underserved communities. Earlier this month, …
USDA Launches $4.5 Million Nutrition Hub Network to Tackle Chronic Diet-Related Diseases—A Food Revolution or Just the Start? Read More
WASHINGTON, D.C. — The 2025 Dietary Guidelines Advisory Committee has published its Scientific Report, providing recommendations and analysis that will guide the development of the upcoming Dietary Guidelines for Americans, 2025-2030. …
2025 Dietary Guidelines Advisory Committee Releases Scientific Report Read More
WASHINGTON, D.C. — The U.S. Department of Agriculture (USDA) recently unveiled two significant programs aimed at assisting farmers who grow specialty crops such as fruits, vegetables, and nuts. Agriculture Secretary Tom …
USDA Launches $2 Billion Initiative to Support Farmers and Expand Crop Storage Solutions Read More WASHINGTON, D.C. —The U.S. Department of Agriculture (USDA) has announced an investment exceeding $46 million. This funding is dedicated to advancing access to healthy foods and fostering local food system …
USDA Commits $46 Million to Address Food and Nutrition Insecurity in Underserved Communities Read More
PHILADELPHIA, PA — First Lady Lori Shapiro and Agriculture Secretary Russell Redding joined forces with Sharing Excess, a food rescue operation at the Philadelphia Wholesale Produce Market, to tackle food …
Fighting Food Waste: Pennsylvania’s Push to Ensure Access to Nutritious Food Read More