News from May 2023
Electric Program Coverage Ratios Clarification and Modifications discussed on May 23 by Agriculture Department
By USDA Newswire | May 24, 2023
The US Agriculture Department published a one page rule on May 23, according to the U.S. Government Publishing Office.
Opening Statement: "For the purpose of receiving testimony from the U.S. Department of Agriculture’s Natural Resources Conservation Service and Farm Service Agency"
By USDA Newswire | May 24, 2023
Release: "Good morning. Welcome everyone to today’s hearing to discuss implementation of the 2018 Farm Bill, and conservation programs administered by the Natural Resources Conservation Service (NRCS) and the Farm Service Agency (FSA).
USDA-NRCS grant application closes on June 24
By USDA Newswire | May 25, 2023
Mississippi Conservation Delivery for Outreach, Education & Technical Assistance grant opened on May 25.
SNAP Quality Control: How FNS Helps Protects Taxpayer Dollars
By USDA Newswire | May 25, 2023
Release: By Cathy Buhrig, Associate Administrator, Supplemental Nutrition Assistance Program.
USDA Takes Action to Help Protect Endangered California Condors From Highly Pathogenic Avian Influenza
By USDA Newswire | May 25, 2023
Release: The United States Department of Agriculture’s (USDA) Animal and Plant Health Inspection Service (APHIS) is taking emergency action to help protect the critically endangered California condors after several have died from highly pathogenic avian influenza (HPAI). APHIS has approved the emergency use of HPAI vaccine in an attempt to prevent additional deaths of these birds.
USDA, DHS Cut Ribbon on National Bio and Agro-Defense Facility
By USDA Newswire | May 25, 2023
News Release: Manhattan, Kan., May 24, 2023 - Today, U.S. Department of Agriculture (USDA) and the Department of Homeland Security (DHS) Science and Technology Directorate (S&T) officials celebrated the dedication and ribbon-cutting of the National Bio and Agro-Defense Facility (NBAF). This facility, which offers ...
USDA Invites Input on Crop Insurance Coverage for Prevented Planting
By USDA Newswire Report | May 26, 2023
The U.S. Department of Agriculture (USDA) published a Request for Information today, announcing public listening sessions and soliciting public comments on possible changes to prevented planting crop insurance coverage.
USDA to Bring New Jobs and Improved Infrastructure to Rural Partners Network Communities
By USDA Newswire Report | May 26, 2023
U.S. Department of Agriculture (USDA) Secretary Tom Vilsack today announced that USDA is helping rural communities across eight states and Puerto Rico address some of their immediate needs and foster long-term economic growth.
USDA Previews Emergency Relief Assistance for Agricultural Producers Who Incurred Losses Due to 2022 Natural Disaster Events
By USDA Newswire Report | May 26, 2023
Agriculture Secretary Tom Vilsack today announced plans to roll out $3.7 billion in Emergency Relief Program (ERP) and Emergency Livestock Relief Program (ELRP) assistance to crop and livestock producers who sustained losses due to a qualifying natural disaster event in calendar year 2022.
USDA Offers Assistance to Help Organic Dairy Producers Cover Increased Costs
By USDA Newswire Report | May 26, 2023
The U.S. Department of Agriculture (USDA) announces assistance for dairy producers with the new Organic Dairy Marketing Assistance Program (ODMAP).
USDA Announces the Release for the Implementation Plan for FY 2024 Plant Protection Act Section 7721 and National Clean Plant Network Program Projects
By USDA Newswire Report | May 26, 2023
The U.S. Department of Agriculture’s (USDA) Animal and Plant Health Inspection Service (APHIS) announces the release of the Implementation Plan for fiscal year (FY) 2024 Plant Protection Act Section 7721 funding.
USDA Announces Atypical Bovine Spongiform Encephalopathy Detection
By USDA Newswire Report | May 26, 2023
The U.S. Department of Agriculture (USDA) is announcing an atypical case of Bovine Spongiform Encephalopathy (BSE), a neurologic disease of cattle, in an approximately five-year-old or older beef cow at a slaughter plant in South Carolina.
“Product of USA” Labeling Claim Survey Data Now Available
By USDA Newswire Report | May 26, 2023
In response to a stakeholder request received in May 2023, FSIS is making the underlying data from the consumer survey related to its voluntary “Product of USA” proposed rule available on Regulations.gov.
Don’t Let Your Outdoor Meal Become a Feast for Bacteria
By USDA Newswire Report | May 26, 2023
As summer approaches, millions of Americans will hit the road to visit national parks, beaches and campgrounds.
NRCS helps prepare students for climate smart agriculture careers
By USDA Newswire Report | May 26, 2023
The future of agriculture lies in the hands of today’s students. As the nation’s population becomes increasingly urbanized, it can be challenging for university to build academic pathways for students to pursue careers in agriculture fields.
Biden-Harris Administration Announces Availability of $500 Million for Improved Regional Conservation Partnership Program to Better Support Partners, Producers as Part of Investing in America Agenda
By USDA Newswire Report | May 26, 2023
The Biden-Harris Administration today announced the availability of $500 million in funding to advance partner-driven solutions to conservation on agricultural land through the U.S. Department of Agriculture’s Regional Conservation Partnership Program (RCPP).
NRCS in the Pacific Islands Area Announces Conservation Stewardship Program Signup
By USDA Newswire Report | May 26, 2023
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).
USDA Takes Action to Help Protect Endangered California Condors From Highly Pathogenic Avian Influenza
By USDA Newswire | May 26, 2023
Release: The United States Department of Agriculture’s (USDA) Animal and Plant Health Inspection Service (APHIS) is taking emergency action to help protect the critically endangered California condors after several have died from highly pathogenic avian influenza (HPAI). APHIS has approved the emergency use of HPAI vaccine in an attempt to prevent additional deaths of these birds.
USDA Restricts PACA Violators in California and Texas from Operating in the Produce Industry
By USDA Newswire | May 26, 2023
News Release: Washington - The U.S. Department of Agriculture (USDA) has imposed sanctions on four produce businesses for failing to meet contractual obligations to the sellers of produce they purchased and failing to pay reparation awards issued under the Perishable Agricultural Commodities Act (PACA). These sanctions...
Agriculture Department discusses National Organic Program; National List of Allowed and Prohibited Substances (2022 Sunset); Correction on May 25
By USDA Newswire | May 26, 2023
The US Agriculture Department published a two page rule on May 25, according to the U.S. Government Publishing Office.