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WASHINGTON, D.C. — Ranchers who rely on federal lands could see faster permits and expanded grazing access under a new agreement between two federal agencies aimed at increasing domestic beef …
Federal Grazing Deal Aims to Boost Beef, Cut Delays Read More
WASHINGTON, D.C. — Families preparing traditional spring holiday meals are being urged to follow basic food safety practices to avoid foodborne illness during gatherings such as Easter, Passover, and Mother’s …
Holiday Meals Carry Hidden Risks, USDA Issues Safety Alert Read More
WASHINGTON, D.C. — Consumers will see clearer labeling on meat, poultry, and egg products under a new federal standard designed to ensure items labeled “Product of USA” are entirely sourced …
New ‘Product of USA’ Label Targets Consumer Confusion Read More
WASHINGTON, D.C. — A federally approved land exchange in Arizona will allow development of a major copper mine expected to create jobs and boost domestic mineral production, following a court …
Arizona Land Deal Clears Path for Major Copper Mine Read More
WASHINGTON, D.C. — Farmers, local food businesses, and regional food networks across the United States will receive more than $26.8 million in federal funding aimed at expanding markets for locally …
USDA Awards $26.8M to Expand Local Food Markets Nationwide Read More
WASHINGTON, D.C. — The U.S. Department of Agriculture will move to sell two major office properties in the nation’s capital and launch a department-wide technology overhaul aimed at reducing costs …
USDA Plans D.C. Building Sale, Farmer Tech Overhaul Read More
WASHINGTON, D.C. — Farmers will receive up to $11 billion in one-time “bridge” payments, food banks will see $263 million in additional dairy and agricultural purchases, and chronic animal welfare …
USDA Unveils $11B Farm Aid, Food Purchases, Enforcement Push Read More
What This Means for You USDA launched a new national framework tying agriculture more directly to national security and signed a formal agreement with the Department of War. Livestock producers …
USDA Announces New Farm Security Pact, $2.9B in Livestock and Crop Aid Read More WASHINGTON, D.C. — The United States and Mexico have reached a new commitment to reinforce the 1944 Water Treaty, a move federal officials say will bring long-sought certainty to farmers, …
U.S., Mexico Strike Water Deal to Secure Rio Grande Lifeline for Texas Read More
WASHINGTON, D.C. — Federal inspectors documented widespread suffering inside licensed puppy mills last year, yet not a single commercial dog breeder faced penalties, license revocation, or animal seizures, according to …
Hundreds of Puppy Mill Violations, Zero Penalties, ASPCA Finds in USDA Review Read More