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WASHINGTON, D.C. — Federal officials are launching a new export financing strategy aimed at boosting overseas sales of U.S. agricultural products and reducing a multibillion-dollar trade deficit.
New USDA Export Push Targets Farm Trade Deficit Read More
WASHINGTON, D.C. — A bipartisan group of U.S. senators is pushing to expand federal support for urban agriculture, proposing new funding and technical assistance aimed at helping smaller, city-based farms …
Urban Farming Bill Aims to Expand Access, Spark Growth Read More
WASHINGTON, D.C. — Federal agriculture officials are restructuring a major research division and relocating positions outside Washington, D.C., in an effort to bring scientific work closer to farmers and streamline …
USDA Plan Moves Research Jobs Out of D.C., Shifting Focus Read More
WASHINGTON, D.C. — Federal officials are launching a new office within the U.S. Department of Agriculture to improve access to government programs and strengthen support for the nation’s seafood industry.
New USDA Seafood Office Aims to Boost U.S. Fishing Industry Read More WASHINGTON, D.C. — Federal officials are issuing payments to U.S. textile manufacturers to offset trade-related disadvantages and support domestic production of cotton and wool goods.
USDA Payments Aim to Revive U.S. Textile Manufacturing Read More
WASHINGTON, D.C. — Farmers and ranchers may soon have clearer data on whether new agricultural technologies are worth the investment under a new federal initiative to test tools in real-world …
USDA Launches Network to Test Farm Tech in Real Conditions Read More
WASHINGTON, D.C. — Farmers, ranchers, and rural communities may see faster approval of federal projects after the U.S. Department of Agriculture finalized new rules to streamline environmental reviews.
USDA Rule Speeds Environmental Reviews for Projects Read More
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