News from April 2023
Agriculture Department discusses Pears Grown in Oregon and Washington; Continuance Referendum on April 7
By USDA Newswire | Apr 8, 2023
The US Agriculture Department published a one page proposed rule on April 7, according to the U.S. Government Publishing Office.
Submission for OMB Review; Comment Request discussed on April 7 by Agriculture Department
By USDA Newswire | Apr 8, 2023
The US Agriculture Department published a two page notice on April 7, according to the U.S. Government Publishing Office.
Agriculture Department discusses Media Outlets for Publication of Legal and Action Notices in the Southern Region on April 7
By USDA Newswire | Apr 8, 2023
The US Agriculture Department published a three page notice on April 7, according to the U.S. Government Publishing Office.
Thompson: “President Biden has once again turned his back on rural America”
By USDA Newswire | Apr 8, 2023
News Release: Yesterday, President Biden vetoed a bipartisan Waters of the U.S. (WOTUS) resolution of disapproval under the Congressional Review Act. Rep. Glenn “GT" Thompson, Chairman of the House Committee on Agriculture and cosponsor of the resolution, issued the following statement...
Constituent Update - April 7, 2023
By USDA Newswire | Apr 8, 2023
Release: FSIS is extending the comment period on the proposed rule for a voluntary Product of USA labeling claim. Published on March 13, 2023, the deadline for comments was originally May 12, 2023. The proposed rule will be open for comments for an additional 30 days until June 11, 2023.
USDA, SBA, and FDIC Partner to Foster Economic Growth for Small Businesses, Farmers, and Ranchers in Southern States
By USDA Newswire | Apr 8, 2023
News Release: Federal Partners Offer Free “Path to Prosperity" Regional Workshops to Help Participants Access Capital and Contract Opportunities
Agriculture Department publishes 10 notices in week ending March 25
By USDA Newswire | Apr 9, 2023
There were 10 notices published by the Agriculture Department in week ending March 25, according to the Federal Register.
USDA-FAS offers new grant application process starting April 10
By USDA Newswire | Apr 10, 2023
Cochran Fellowship Program - Mexico Alumni Workshop and Impact Report grant opened on April 10.
APHIS Seeks Comments on Draft Pest Risk Assessments for the Importation of Spinach and of Melon Seeds for Planting from All Countries
By USDA Newswire Report | Apr 10, 2023
The U.S. Department of Agriculture’s (USDA) Animal and Plant Health Inspection Service (APHIS) is inviting public comment on draft pest risk assessments for the importation of spinach (Spinacia oleracea) and melon (Cucumis melo) seeds for planting from all countries.
APHIS Amends Federal Order for Entry Requirements for Tomato (Solanum lycopersicum) and Pepper (Capsicum spp.) Seeds Imported from All Countries into the United States
By USDA Newswire Report | Apr 10, 2023
Effective immediately, the Animal and Plant Health Inspection Service (APHIS) is amending the entry requirements for pepper (Capsicum spp.) seeds imported into the United States from all countries.
FSIS Extends Comment Period on Proposed Rule for Voluntary “Product of USA” Labeling Claim
By USDA Newswire Report | Apr 10, 2023
FSIS is extending the comment period on the proposed rule for a voluntary “Product of USA” labeling claim. Published on March 13, 2023, the deadline for comments was originally May 12, 2023.
New “Bobscapes” Mobile App Helps Establish National Bobwhite Database
By USDA Newswire Report | Apr 10, 2023
It’s hard to spot a northern bobwhite quail because of its well-camouflaged coloring. But it has become even harder to spot them in recent years, because their populations have been declining due to habitat loss.
Funding Now Available for the Pine Barrens Restoration Project
By USDA Newswire Report | Apr 10, 2023
The United States Department of Agriculture’s (USDA) Natural Resources Conservation Service (NRCS) in New Jersey is accepting applications for forest management activities on private lands for the purposes of reducing wildfire risk in municipal watersheds and the wildland-urban interface, implementing carbon defense activities, improving habitat for threatened and endangered species, and mitigating the effects of Southern pine beetle, through the New Jersey Pine Barrens Joint Chiefs’ Landscape Restoration Partnership.
Our Amazing Grasslands - Fagerland Family ~ Langford, South Dakota
By USDA Newswire Report | Apr 10, 2023
In this seven minute video release, we visit with the Fagerland Family in Langford, South Dakota.
Restoring Michigan’s Aquatic Ecosystems through the Regional Conservation Partnership Program
By USDA Newswire Report | Apr 10, 2023
USDA’s Natural Resources Conservation Service (NRCS) worked with Michigan’s Grand Traverse Band (GTB) of Ottawa and Chippewa Indians to remove blockages to natural water flow in streams and rivers through the Regional Conservation Partnership Program (RCPP).
Water Supply Outlook Report Details Record-Breaking Winter Season in Utah
By USDA Newswire Report | Apr 10, 2023
The Utah Water Supply Outlook Report for April was released today and details a winter to remember, with statewide snow water equivalent (SWE) measured at 200% of normal as of April 1, compared to 75% of normal at that time last year.
USDA/NRCS Is Accepting Applications For The Conjunctive Water Use Protects Mid-South Aquifers Regional Conservation Partnership Program (RCPP)
By USDA Newswire Report | Apr 10, 2023
Farmers and landowners in ten northeast, seven central, and seven southwest Louisiana parishes can now apply for the "Conjunctive Water Use Protects Mid-South Aquifers" Regional Conservation Partnership Program (RCPP).
USDA Awards Innovations in Climate-Smart Agriculture, Soil Health and Nutrient Management
By USDA Newswire Report | Apr 10, 2023
Agriculture Secretary Tom Vilsack announced today the U.S. Department of Agriculture (USDA) is investing $40 million this year for 31 new projects through its Conservation Innovation Grants (CIG) program.
Water Supply Outlook Report Details Record-Breaking Winter Season in Utah
By USDA Newswire Report | Apr 10, 2023
The Utah Water Supply Outlook Report for April was released today and details a winter to remember, with statewide snow water equivalent (SWE) measured at 200% of normal as of April 1, compared to 75% of normal at that time last year.
Applications from Conservation-Minded Landowners for the FY 2023 Minnesota NRCS Regional Conservation Partnership Program (RCPP) are due by May 12, 2023
By USDA Newswire Report | Apr 10, 2023
Landowners are encouraged to apply for financial assistance to implement conservation activities under three Regional Conservation Partnership Program (RCPP) projects in Minnesota: