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WASHINGTON, D.C. — On February 20, 2025, Secretary Brooke Rollins convened a roundtable with two dozen farmers from seven states to address pressing agricultural challenges, including strategies to combat avian …
Farmers and Secretary Rollins Unite to Tackle Avian Flu, Slash Egg Prices, and Spark Rural Recovery Read More
WASHINGTON, D.C. — On February 13, Brooke Rollins was formally sworn in as the 33rd U.S. Secretary of Agriculture. Associate Justice Clarence Thomas of the U.S. Supreme Court officiated the …
Brooke Rollins Takes Charge as Agriculture Secretary, Vows to Fight for Farmers and Slash Wasteful Spending Read More
WASHINGTON, D.C. — The American Society for the Prevention of Cruelty to Animals® (ASPCA) has released its annual report exposing significant failures in the oversight of federally licensed dog breeding …
Heartbreaking Truths Exposed: Goldie’s Story Sparks Urgent Call for Puppy Mill Reform Read More
WASHINGTON, D.C. — On Friday, the U.S. Department of Agriculture (USDA) announced that the Foreign Agricultural Service (FAS) is continuing its efforts to support projects funded by the McGovern-Dole International …
USDA Doubles Down on Global Hunger Relief—Key Programs Boost Education and U.S. Farming Read More WASHINGTON, D.C. — The U.S. Department of Agriculture (USDA) has announced a series of senior staff appointments under the Trump Administration, emphasizing experienced leadership to advance the department’s priorities, including …
USDA Announces Senior Staff Appointments, Highlights Focus on Natural Resource Conservation Read More
WASHINGTON, D.C. — The U.S. Department of Agriculture (USDA) announced a groundbreaking $6 billion investment to expand clean energy access and infrastructure in rural America. Delivered through the Empowering Rural America …
USDA Unveils $6 Billion Clean Energy Investment to Transform Rural America Read More
WASHINGTON, D.C. — The U.S. Department of Agriculture (USDA) announced a landmark $180 million investment in clean energy systems and biofuel infrastructure through 586 projects across 42 states, Guam, Puerto Rico, …
USDA Invests $180 Million to Expand Clean Energy and Biofuel Infrastructure Read More
WASHINGTON, D.C. — The U.S. Department of Agriculture’s (USDA) Animal and Plant Health Inspection Service (APHIS) announced the enrollment of 15 additional states in its National Milk Testing Strategy (NMTS), bringing …
USDA Expands National Milk Testing Strategy to Combat H5N1 Spread Read More
WASHINGTON, D.C. — The U.S. Department of Agriculture (USDA) unveiled a significant $14.4 million funding package aimed at advancing urban agriculture and innovative production nationwide. Spread across two separate initiatives, the …
USDA Announces $14.4 Million Initiative to Boost Urban Agriculture and Innovation Read More WASHINGTON, D.C. — The U.S. Department of Agriculture (USDA) is now accepting applications for the prestigious USDA 1890 National Scholars Program, a scholarship initiative aimed at fostering the next generation of …
USDA Opens Applications for 1890 National Scholars Program Read More