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WASHINGTON, D.C. — The U.S. Department of Agriculture (USDA) announced significant progress in its five-pronged strategy to combat Highly Pathogenic Avian Influenza (HPAI), improve biosecurity in poultry production, and reduce egg …
USDA Reports Progress in Combating Avian Flu and Lowering Egg Prices Read More
WASHINGTON, D.C. — The United States Department of Agriculture (USDA) has announced the termination of more than 145 awards focused on Diversity, Equity, and Inclusion (DEI), resulting in an estimated maximum …
USDA Cuts 145 DEI Programs, Saving $148.6 Million Read More
PHILADELPHIA, PA — Governor Josh Shapiro announced a lawsuit against the U.S. Department of Agriculture (USDA) over its abrupt cancellation of Pennsylvania’s Local Food Purchasing Assistance (LFPA) Program agreement. The …
Shapiro Fights for Farmers and Families After USDA Cuts Critical Funding Read More
WASHINGTON, D.C. — On Tuesday, the Senate Committee on Agriculture, Nutrition and Forestry passed the Whole Milk for Healthy Kids Act with bipartisan support. The legislation, approved by voice vote, …
Milk Matters: Senate Pushes to Bring Back Whole Milk for Healthier Kids Read More WASHINGTON, D.C. — The U.S. Department of Agriculture (USDA) unveiled a series of critical measures last week aimed at bolstering food safety, supporting farmers, combating agricultural pests, and expanding international …
USDA Delivers Bold Wins for Farmers and Families with Game-Changing Initiatives Read More
WASHINGTON, D.C. — The U.S. Department of Agriculture (USDA), led by Secretary Brooke L. Rollins, undertook a series of impactful initiatives last week, ranging from bolstering small family farms to …
How USDA’s Bold Moves Are Fighting Wildfires, Saving Farms, and Reshaping SNAP Read More
WASHINGTON, D.C. — With summer gatherings and outdoor cookouts in full swing, the U.S. Department of Agriculture’s (USDA) Food Safety and Inspection Service (FSIS) has issued crucial food safety guidelines …
Protect Your Family This Summer: USDA’s Life-Saving Cookout Tips Read More WASHINGTON, D.C. — The U.S. Department of Agriculture (USDA) announced a new directive requiring all states to provide full access to records related to the Supplemental Nutrition Assistance Program (SNAP). …
USDA Demands Full SNAP Data Access to Tackle Fraud and Protect Benefits Read More
WASHINGTON, D.C. — The U.S. Department of Agriculture (USDA) recently announced a $23 million grant initiative aimed at addressing wildfire risks by transporting hazardous fuels from national forests to processing …
USDA Unleashes $23M to Fight Wildfires and Revive Rural Economies Read More
WASHINGTON, D.C. – Senators Dave McCormick (R-PA) and Ruben Gallego (D-AZ) have introduced the HUD-USDA-VA Interagency Coordination Act, a bipartisan measure designed to address rising housing costs and limited availability …
Bipartisan Bill Aims to Tackle Housing Affordability Crisis Read More