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Published on March 27, 2014 - 21:07 GMT

Agriculture Secretary Visits Chicago School to Help Increase Access to the Summer Meal Program in Illinois

CHICAGO, March 27, 2014 – Agriculture Secretary Tom Vilsack visited a Chicago school today to encourage more Chicago-area schools and community-based organizations to participate in the U.S. Department of Agriculture's (USDA) summer meal programs to …

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Published on March 25, 2014 - 14:01 GMT

Statement from Agriculture Secretary Tom Vilsack on National Agriculture Day

WASHINGTON, March 25, 2014—Agriculture Secretary Tom Vilsack today released the following statement: "Today and every day, we celebrate the extraordinary diversity and productivity of American agriculture. Farms and ranches of all forms and all sizes …

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Published on March 24, 2014 - 20:09 GMT

Agriculture Secretary Tom Vilsack Announces Increased Opportunity for Producers as part of New Farm Bill

WASHINGTON, March 24, 2014 — Agriculture Secretary Tom Vilsack today announced increased opportunity for producers as a result of the 2014 Farm Bill. A fact sheet outlining modifications to the U.S. Department of Agriculture's (USDA) Farm Service …

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Published on March 21, 2014 - 15:55 GMT

Voluntary Conservation Effort Promotes Improved Lesser Prairie-chicken Habitat

WASHINGTON, March 21, 2014 - Agriculture Under Secretary for Natural Resources and Environment Robert Bonnie announced today a renewed and expanded partnership to provide expert habitat advice to farmers and ranchers managing land within lesser prairie- …

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Published on March 20, 2014 - 20:48 GMT

USDA Announces Funds to Improve SNAP Employment and Training Programs

WASHINGTON, D.C., March 20, 2014 - The U. S. Department of Agriculture's Food and Nutrition Service today announced the availability of up to $5 million in competitive grants to help fund projects that lead to greater efficiencies and improved outcomes …

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Published on March 20, 2014 - 19:10 GMT

USDA Announces Growth of U.S. Organic Industry and Additional USDA Support Available with New Farm Bill

WASHINGTON, March 20, 2014 - The U.S. Department of Agriculture (USDA) announced new figures today that show the organic industry continues to grow domestically and globally, with over 25,000 certified organic operations in more than 120 different …

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Published on March 20, 2014 - 19:10 GMT

USDA Demonstration Projects Will Provide Funding To Fight Hunger, Nourish Families

WASHINGTON, D.C., March 20, 2014 - Agriculture Secretary Tom Vilsack today announced new funding opportunities for state agencies and Indian tribal organizations to develop innovative strategies to prevent hunger and food insecurity. The demonstration …

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Published on March 18, 2014 - 15:47 GMT

USDA Announces Support for Innovative, Sustainable Wood Building Materials to Protect Environment and Create Jobs

WASHINGTON, D.C., March 18, 2014 - At a meeting hosted by the White House Rural Council today, Agriculture Secretary Tom Vilsack announced a new partnership to train architects, engineers and builders about the benefits of advanced wood building materials, …

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Published on March 13, 2014 - 17:52 GMT

New Report: USDA Rural Development Initiatives Created 75,000 Jobs in 2013

WASHINGTON, March 13, 2014 – Agriculture Secretary Tom Vilsack today issued a report highlighting the impact of more than $33 billion in USDA investments to support rural businesses, infrastructure and housing in 2013. "This report tells the story of …

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Published on March 12, 2014 - 20:19 GMT

USDA Awards Grants to Develop Obesity Prevention Programs

ARLINGTON, VA - March 12, 2014 – Agriculture Secretary Tom Vilsack announced today that USDA's National Institute of Food and Agriculture (NIFA) will make three grants totaling $5 million to universities to develop childhood obesity prevention programs …

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Published on March 12, 2014 - 17:48 GMT

USDA Announces Support for Smarter Lunchrooms

WASHINGTON, March 12, 2014 – Agriculture Secretary Tom Vilsack today announced $5.5 million in new grants to support schools as they continue to provide school lunches and breakfasts that give children the nutrition they need to learn and grow. Over 90 …

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Published on March 10, 2014 - 17:22 GMT

USDA Announces Efforts to Expand Support for Small and Mid-Sized Farmers and Ranchers

SANTE FE, N.M., March 10, 2014 –Today in remarks at the National Farmers Union National Convention, Agriculture Secretary Tom Vilsack announced new and expanded efforts to connect small- and mid-sized farmers and ranchers with USDA resources that can …

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Published on March 5, 2014 - 23:18 GMT

USDA Announces 2014 Farm Bill Stakeholder Meeting Dates

WASHINGTON, March 5, 2014—The U.S. Department of Agriculture today announced a series of meetings to share information with stakeholders about the 2014 Farm Bill implementation process, including: March 11, 9:30 am - Local Regional Food Systems with …

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Published on March 4, 2014 - 21:02 GMT

Statement from Agriculture Secretary Tom Vilsack on the proposed FY 2015 budget

WASHINGTON, March 4, 2014—Agriculture Secretary Tom Vilsack today made the following statement on the proposed FY 2015 budget: "The President's 2015 USDA budget proposal achieves reform and results for the American taxpayer; fosters opportunity …

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Published on February 28, 2014 - 19:17 GMT

USDA Finalizes Changes to the WIC Program, Expanding Access to Healthy Fruits and Vegetables, Whole Grains, and Low-Fat Dairy for ...

WASHINGTON, D.C., Feb. 28, 2014 – The U. S. Department of Agriculture today finalized changes to the Special Supplemental Nutrition Program for Women, Infants and Children (WIC) to further improve the nutrition and health of the nation's low-income …

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Published on February 26, 2014 - 18:17 GMT

USDA Awards Grants to Support Research, Teaching and Extension Programs at 1890 Historically Black Land-Grant Colleges and ...

WASHINGTON, February 26, 2014—Agriculture Secretary Tom Vilsack today announced 76 grants totaling more than $35 million to support research, teaching and Extension activities at 1890 Historically Black Land-Grant Colleges and Universities through the U. …

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Published on February 25, 2014 - 17:21 GMT

The White House and USDA Announce School Wellness Standards

WASHINGTON, Feb. 25, 2014 – Today, First Lady Michelle Obama joins U.S. Department of Agriculture Secretary Tom Vilsack to announce proposed guidelines for local school wellness policies. The bipartisan Healthy, Hunger-Free Kids Act of 2010 mandated that …

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Published on February 25, 2014 - 17:20 GMT

Agriculture Secretary Announces $3 Million for a New Program to Improve Pollinator Health

WASHINGTON, Feb. 25, 2014 – The U.S. Department of Agriculture's (USDA) Natural Resources Conservation Service (NRCS) will provide close to $3 million in technical and financial assistance for interested farmers and ranchers to help improve the health …

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Published on February 24, 2014 - 17:54 GMT

USDA Announces New Grants to Help Communities Meet Water Challenges in Coming Years

WASHINGTON, Feb. 24, 2014 –Agriculture Secretary Tom Vilsack announced today that USDA's National Institute of Food and Agriculture (NIFA) will make $6 million in grants available this year, and up to $30 million total over the next five years as part …

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Published on February 21, 2014 - 17:41 GMT

USDA Partners With United States Special Operations Command to Support Military Families

WASHINGTON, February 21, 2014- Today, Agriculture Deputy Secretary Krysta Harden and Admiral William H. McRaven signed a Memo of Understanding between the U.S. Department of Agriculture and the U.S. Special Operations Command (USSOCOM) to increase support …

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