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U.S. Exporters Build New Partnerships During Ag Trade Mission to Japan
Release: Private exporters reported the following sales activity.
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USDA Accepting Applications for Chile Agribusiness Trade Mission
News Release: Private exporters reported the following sales activity.
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USDA Provides Significant Support for American Producers, School Meal Providers and Emergency Food Operations
Release: WASHINGTON, June 23, 2023 Agriculture Secretary Tom Vilsack announced today that the Biden-Harris Administration is providing $2.7 billion to support American farmers, students who participate in school meal programs, and emergency food operations.
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Biden-Harris Administration Announces Intended Investment of Approximately $300 Million in 50 Projects Increasing Land, Capital, and Market Access for Underserved Producers
News Release: Washington - The U.S. Department of Agriculture (USDA) today announced its selection of 50 projects for potential award, totaling approximately $300 million. These innovative projects will help improve access to land, capital, and markets for underserved farmers, ranchers, and forest landowners. The...
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Biden-Harris Administration Announces Intended Investment of Approximately $300 Million in 50 Projects Increasing Land, Capital, and Market Access for Underserved Producers
News Release: WASHINGTON, June 22, 2023 - The U.S. Department of Agriculture (USDA) today announced its selection of 50 projects for potential award, totaling approximately $300 million. These innovative projects will help improve access to land, capital, and markets for underserved farmers, ranchers, and forest landowners. ...
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Statement of Chairwoman Debbie Stabenow (D-Mich.) on EPA New Renewable Fuel Standard Final Rule
News Release: WASHINGTON - Chairwoman Stabenow released the following statement on the Biden Administration’s biofuels announcement...
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Varroa Mites and Deformed Wing Virus Make Honeybees More Susceptible to Insecticides
News Release: Controlling for Varroa mites, the parasitic mites that feed on honey bees and serve as vectors for viral diseases like deformed wing virus (DWV), can help with improving honeybee populations and make bees less susceptible to harmful insecticides, according to a recent study published in Environmental Pollution.
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Opening Statement: "Closing the Digital Divide in Rural America"
Release: "Throughout this Congress, the House Committee on Agriculture has had countless discussions on ways we can empower our farm families and build a robust rural economy. A pillar of these discussions is providing rural communities with access to high-speed, affordable, and reliable broadband internet connectivity.
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California Firm Posts $100,000 Employment Bond
News Release: Washington - Westlake Distributors LLC, operating out of Downey, Calif., has posted a $100,000 surety bond to employ Christopher Martin, as required by the Perishable Agricultural Commodities Act (PACA).
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U.S. Department of Agriculture, NASA Advance Exploration, Science
News Release: WASHINGTON, June 21, 2023 - The U.S. Department of Agriculture (USDA) and the National Aeronautics and Space Administration (NASA) signed a memorandum of understanding today strengthening the collaboration between the two agencies, including efforts to improve agricultural and Earth science research, technology, and agricultural management, and the application of science data and models to agricultural decision making.
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USDA Reminds Producers to File Crop Acreage Reports by July 17, Use New Online Map Features on Farmers.gov
News Release: Washington - Agricultural producers who have not yet completed their crop acreage reports after planting should make an appointment with their local U.S. Department of Agriculture (USDA) office before the applicable deadline, which for many places and crops is July 17. USDA’s Farm Service Agency (FSA) also reminds producers with login access to farmers.gov of several features that can help expedite acreage reporting, such as the ability to view, print and label maps.
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Food Safety is the Main Ingredient to a Successful Cookout
News Release: WASHINGTON, June 21, 2023 - Whether you’re a grill master or a first-time barbecue cook, food safety should always be part of your routine to ensure a healthy and happy Fourth of July.
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2023 FARM BILL FEEDBACK
Release: We are no longer accepting submissions. If you have questions, please reach out to Erin Wilson, Director of Member Services and Coalitions, at.
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USDA Files Action Against American Fruit & Produce Corp. in Florida for Alleged PACA Violations
News Release: Washington - The U.S. Department of Agriculture (USDA) has filed an administrative complaint against American Fruit & Produce Corp. (American) for alleged violations of the Perishable Agricultural Commodities Act (PACA). The company, operating from Florida, allegedly failed to make payment promptly to eighteen produce sellers in the amount of $1,034,745 from March 2018 through October 2022.
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Biden-Harris Administration Announces Inaugural “From Learning to Leading: Cultivating the Next Generation of Diverse Food and Agriculture Professionals Program”
News Release: WASHINGTON, June 21, 2023 - The U.S. Department of Agriculture today announced a $262.5 million investment in institutions of higher education to foster the next generation of diverse agricultural professionals across the nation. This program is funded by President Biden’s Inflation Reduction Act, which ...
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USDA Announces Approval of D-SNAP for Guam Disaster Areas
Release: WASHINGTON, June 20, 2023 The U.S. Department of Agriculture (USDA) announced that low-income residents of Guam recovering from Super Typhoon Mawar beginning May 22, 2023, could be eligible for a helping hand from the USDAs Disaster Supplemental Nutrition Assistance Program (D-SNAP).
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Completing Genome of Rusty Patched Bumble Bee May Offer New Approach to Saving Endangered Bee
News Release: LOGAN, Utah, June 20, 2023-A detailed, high-resolution map of the rusty patched bumble bee's genome has been released by U.S. Department of Agriculture (USDA) Agricultural Research Service (ARS) and U.S. Fish and Wildlife Service (USFWS) scientists, offering approaches for bringing the native pollinator back from the danger of extinction.
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USDA Announces Approval of D-SNAP for Guam Disaster Areas
News Release: WASHINGTON, June 20, 2023 - The U.S. Department of Agriculture (USDA) announced that low-income residents of Guam recovering from Super Typhoon Mawar beginning May 22, 2023, could be eligible for a helping hand from the USDA’s Disaster Supplemental Nutrition Assistance Program (D-SNAP).
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USDA Recognizes National Pollinator Week
News Release: WASHINGTON, June 16, 2023 - During the week of June 19 - 25, 2023, the U.S. Department of Agriculture (USDA) is recognizing National Pollinator Week through the continued commitment and support for pollinator health and research. Pollinator species, such as bees, other insects, birds and bats play a critical role in producing more than 100 crops grown in the United States. Honey bee pollination alone adds more than $18 billion in value to agricultural crops annually.
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Constituent Update - June 16, 2023
Release: As announced on June 14, 2023, FSIS is implementing a multi-step effort aimed at strengthening the substantiation of animal-raising claims.