News from July 2023


Salmonella in Not-Ready-To-Eat Breaded Stuffed Chicken Products; Correction discussed on July 3 by Agriculture Department

The US Agriculture Department published a one page notice on July 3, according to the U.S. Government Publishing Office.


Export Sales to Mexico

Release: Private exporters reported the following sales activity.


USDA Efforts Lift Ban on U.S. Poultry Exports to Colombia

Release: Private exporters reported the following sales activity.


Export Sales to China

Release: Private exporters reported the following sales activity.


Agriculture Department discusses Urban Agriculture and Innovative Production Advisory Committee Meeting on July 3

The US Agriculture Department published a two page notice on July 3, according to the U.S. Government Publishing Office.


USDA Announces July 2023 Lending Rates for Agricultural Producers

News Release: Washington - The U.S. Department of Agriculture (USDA) announced loan interest rates for July 2023, which are effective July 3, 2023. USDA’s Farm Service Agency (FSA) loans provide important access to capital to help agricultural producers start or expand their farming operation, purchase equipment and storage structures or meet cash flow needs.


Biden-Harris Administration Partners with Agricultural Producers to Promote Competition, Strengthen Food Supply Chain and Rural Economies

U.S. Department of Agriculture (USDA) Secretary Tom Vilsack announced today that USDA is making investments to increase independent meat and poultry processing capacity, expand market opportunities for farmers and support a growing workforce in rural areas.


USDA Announces July 2023 Lending Rates for Agricultural Producers

The U.S. Department of Agriculture (USDA) announced loan interest rates for July 2023, which are effective July 3, 2023.


Food Safety is the Main Ingredient to a Successful Cookout

Whether you are a grill master or a first timer, food safety should always be part of your barbecue routine to ensure a healthy and happy Fourth of July.


June is National Dairy Month!

In recent years, there has been a surge of people who have either taken up or returned to farming with an eye to a market consisting of their neighbors and local community rather than the nation.


New Mexico Youth Group from NexGen Academy Receives Earth Team Award for the West Region for Fiscal Year 2022

The U.S. Department of Agriculture’s (USDA) Natural Resources Conservation Service (NRCS)


Forest Management to Promote Wildlife Habitat

Through his forest management businesses, Randy Paff manages 230 acres of forestland and wetland near Peck, Wisconsin in Langlade County.


NRCS Texas announces another round of FY23 Conservation Stewardship Program signups under the Inflation Reduction Act

The USDA Natural Resources Conservation Service (NRCS) in Texas is announcing an additional opportunity for farmers, ranchers and producer to sign up for the Conservation Stewardship Program (CSP) through the Inflation Reduction Act (IRA), signed into law in August 2022.


Indiana Grazing Bites - July 2023 Issue

I really can’t complain about the temperatures so far this year even though I know the next few days are expected to be a bit warmer.


NRCS announces additional funding opportunity for the Migratory Bird Resurgence Initiative

The USDA Natural Resources Conservation Service (NRCS) in Texas is accepting additional applications for the Environmental Quality Incentives Program (EQIP) Migratory Bird Resurgence Initiative (MBRI) through July 31, 2023.


Public press releases : U.S. Department of Agriculture Food Safety and Inspection Service publishes 99 in June

There were 99 press releases published by the U.S. Department of Agriculture Food Safety and Inspection Service in June.


Green Pastures Give Back

For over 20 years, Barbara Salas of Dodge County, Wisconsin has independently managed a grass-fed lamb operation.


NRCS in the Pacific Islands Area Announces Extension of Conservation Stewardship Program Signup

The U.S. Department of Agriculture (USDA) is accepting applications from agricultural producers and forest landowners from the Pacific Islands Area for the Conservation Stewardship Program (CSP).


Secretary Vilsack Visits Michigan to Highlight Biden-Harris Administration Efforts to Expand Market Access for Producers and Healthy Meal Options for Children as part of Investing in America Agenda

Agriculture Secretary Tom Vilsack today visited Michigan to highlight the Biden-Harris Administration’s commitment to build more, new, and better markets for producers and ensure children have access to healthy and nutritious meals during the summer months as part of the Investing in America agenda.


USDA Solicits Nominations to the Tribal Advisory Committee

The U.S. Department of Agriculture (USDA) today announced it will establish a Tribal Advisory Committee and is requesting nominations for membership.