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WASHINGTON, D.C. — The U.S. Department of Agriculture (USDA) has announced its intention to establish the Greenhouse Gas Technical Assistance Provider and Third-Party Verifier Program Advisory Council. This initiative is part …
USDA Announces Formation of Growing Climate Solutions Act Advisory Council Read More
WASHINGTON, D.C. — Senators John Fetterman (D-PA) and Joni Ernst (R-IA) have called on the U.S. Department of Agriculture (USDA) to modernize its process for electronic submission and retention of Agricultural …
Modernizing Agricultural Foreign Investment Reporting: Senators Push for Digital Transformation Read More
HARRISBURG, PA — The Pennsylvania Department of Human Services (DHS), in collaboration with the Department of Education and USDA, has unveiled the SUN Bucks program, a new initiative aimed at …
Pennsylvania Launches SUN Bucks Program to Combat Child Hunger Read More
WASHINGTON, D.C. — In a move aimed at supporting small poultry and livestock producers, Senator John Fetterman has endorsed new rules proposed by the U.S. Department of Agriculture (USDA). These …
Senator Fetterman Backs USDA Rules to Protect Small Poultry and Livestock Producers Read More
DOVER, DE — The United States Department of Agriculture‘s Animal and Plant Health Inspection Service (USDA-APHIS) has confirmed the presence of the box tree moth (Cydalima perspectalis) at a private …
Invasive Box Tree Moth Found in Delaware: Immediate Action Required Read More
WASHINGTON, D.C. — The U.S. Department of Agriculture (USDA) has introduced a new rule aimed at promoting fairness and competition in the meat and poultry supply chain. This move is …
USDA Takes Bold Steps to Ensure Fair Meat and Poultry Markets Read More
MONTGOMERY, AL — At the National Rural Grocer’s Summit on June 24, 2024, U.S. Agriculture Secretary Tom Vilsack announced a new initiative aimed at increasing access to healthy foods in …
USDA Launches $60 Million Fund to Boost Healthy Food Access in Underserved Communities Read More WASHINGTON, D.C. — The U.S. Department of Agriculture (USDA) has introduced new resources to simplify and streamline the contracting process for businesses aiming to sell their products and services to …
USDA Unveils Enhanced Tools to Simplify Contracting for Small Businesses Read More
WASHINGTON, D.C. — The U.S. Department of Agriculture (USDA) has released an updated Climate Adaptation Plan. This move is part of a larger effort by more than 20 federal agencies …
USDA Releases Updated Climate Adaptation Plan to Strengthen Resilience Read More
WASHINGTON, D.C. — Agriculture Secretary Tom Vilsack recently announced that the U.S. Department of Agriculture (USDA) is granting $50 million to 141 recipients in 40 states and Puerto Rico through …
USDA Awards $50 Million to Strengthen Farm Labor and Protect Workers Read More