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Published on December 9, 2013 - 17:21 GMT

USDA Chief Scientist Catherine Woteki to Visit Eleanor Roosevelt High School

WASHINGTON, Dec. 9, 2013 – As part of the U.S. Department of Agriculture's commitment to encourage the next generation of scientists, USDA Chief Scientist and Undersecretary for Research, Education, and Economics Catherine Woteki will speak at Eleanor …

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Published on December 6, 2013 - 14:03 GMT

Statement from USDA Communications Director Matt Paul on Farm Bill Negotiations

WASHINGTON, December 5, 2013 - USDA Communications Director Matt Paul made the following statement today: "Negotiations on Capitol Hill about the Farm Bill should continue until House and Senate leaders reach agreement on a comprehensive bill. …

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Published on December 5, 2013 - 18:02 GMT

Report Shows that Farm Bill Conservation Practices Reduce Runoff of Nutrients, Sediment in Chesapeake Bay Watershed

The full report, along with a fact sheet, summary and infographic, is available here. WASHINGTON, December 5, 2013 – A record number of voluntary conservation practices adopted by Chesapeake Bay farmers since 2006 have significantly reduced the amount of …

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Published on December 4, 2013 - 18:12 GMT

Agriculture Secretary Announces Projects to Improve Water Quality

WASHINGTON, Dec. 4, 2013 – Agriculture Secretary Tom Vilsack today announced funding for projects in 40 states to finance investments in improved water and wastewater systems for more than 200,000 rural residents. "Rural businesses and residents need …

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Published on December 4, 2013 - 16:46 GMT

Agriculture Secretary Vilsack Announces Energy Efficiency Loan Program to Lower Costs for Consumers, Reduce Greenhouse Gas ...

WASHINGTON, Dec. 4, 2013 – Agriculture Secretary Tom Vilsack today announced that USDA will take new steps to save consumers money on their energy bills in partnership with rural electric cooperatives. USDA plans to provide rural electric cooperatives up …

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Published on December 3, 2013 - 19:42 GMT

FACT SHEET: The Tremendous Impact of Farm Bill Programs on Our Environment and Our Economy

TODAY, Agriculture Secretary Tom Vilsack joined Dale Hall, Chief Executive Officer of Ducks Unlimited, to highlight the value of public-private conservation efforts and the record conservation results achieved by producers, landowners and the U.S. …

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Published on December 3, 2013 - 16:46 GMT

USDA, EPA Partnership Supports Water Quality Trading To Benefit Environment, Economy

WASHINGTON - The U. S. Department of Agriculture (USDA) and the Environmental Protection Agency (EPA) have announced an expanded partnership to support water quality trading and other market-based approaches that provide benefits to the environment and …

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Published on November 25, 2013 - 20:10 GMT

USDA Announces Notice of Funding Availability for Value-Added Producer Grants

WASHINGTON, Nov. 25, 2013 – Agriculture Secretary Tom Vilsack today announced the availability of nearly $10.5 million in U.S. Department of Agriculture (USDA) grants to help agricultural producers enter into value-added activities designed to give them a …

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Published on November 21, 2013 - 23:06 GMT

Agriculture Deputy Secretary Krysta Harden Announces Members for Beginning Farmers and Ranchers Committee

NEWARK, Del., Nov. 21, 2013 – Agriculture Deputy Secretary Krysta Harden today announced the appointment of 20 members to serve on the Secretary's Advisory Committee on Beginning Farmers and Ranchers during a trip to the University of Delaware. The …

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Published on November 21, 2013 - 17:19 GMT

New White House Rural Council Report Highlights the Economic Importance of Passing a Food, Farm and Jobs Bill

You can view the full report HERE. In June of 2010, the Obama Administration began providing input to Congress regarding the prospective features and policy of contents for a reauthorized farm bill. Over a period of more than three years, the …

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Published on November 21, 2013 - 17:19 GMT

USDA Announces Projects Using Local Food to Address Hunger and Increase Access to Healthy Food

WASHINGTON, Nov. 21, 2013 – Today, Agriculture Secretary Tom Vilsack announced the National Institute of Food and Agriculture's Community Food Project (CFP) awards. These awards support organizations using local food to develop community-based …

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Published on November 20, 2013 - 18:33 GMT

U.S. Forest Service Offers New Digital Maps for Mobile Devices

WASHINGTON, Nov. 20, 2013 - The U.S. Forest Service now offers access to variety of visitor maps for people using Android and iOS devices. "This mobile app makes it easier than ever to plan your visit to a national forest or grassland," said U.S. …

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Published on November 20, 2013 - 15:27 GMT

Agriculture Secretary Announces Economic Development Funding to Strengthen Businesses and Create Jobs in Rural Communities

WASHINGTON, Nov. 20, 2013 – Agriculture Secretary Tom Vilsack today announced the selection of 34 organizations for grants to help rural cooperatives and small businesses expand and strengthen their capacity to serve rural citizens and communities. " …

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Published on November 19, 2013 - 23:14 GMT

FACT SHEET: Strengthening New Market Opportunities in Local and Regional Food Systems

Agriculture Secretary Tom Vilsack joined Farmer Veteran Coalition Executive Director Michael O'Gorman and Kentucky Agriculture Commissioner James Comer to highlight the rapid growth of local and regional marketing opportunities in American agriculture. …

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Published on November 19, 2013 - 20:07 GMT

USDA Announces Additional Support to Help Schools Buy Local

WASHINGTON, Nov. 19, 2013 – Agriculture Secretary Tom Vilsack today announced grants for 71 projects spanning 42 states and the District of Columbia that support the U.S. Department of Agriculture's (USDA) efforts to connect school cafeterias with …

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Published on November 15, 2013 - 22:11 GMT

Statement from Agriculture Secretary Tom Vilsack on EPA 2014 Volume Standards

WASHINGTON, November 15, 2013 – Agriculture Secretary Tom Vilsack today made the following statements on EPA's proposal of 2014 Renewable Fuel Standards: "The Obama Administration remains committed to the production of clean, renewable energy from …

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Published on November 15, 2013 - 19:10 GMT

Statement from Agriculture Secretary Tom Vilsack on U.S. Agricultural Exports in 2013

WASHINGTON, November 14, 2013 – USDA today released its final tally for agricultural exports in Fiscal Year 2013, showing a new record of $140.9 billion. Agriculture Secretary Tom Vilsack made the following statement on this news: "American …

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Published on November 15, 2013 - 19:10 GMT

Statements on Departure of Under Secretary Elisabeth Hagen from USDA

WASHINGTON, November 15, 2013 - Agriculture Secretary Tom Vilsack and Agriculture Under Secretary Elisabeth Hagen today made the following statements on Under Secretary Hagen's departure from USDA: Statement from Under Secretary Hagen "Today I am …

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Published on November 15, 2013 - 16:12 GMT

Obama Administration's National Drought Resilience Partnership to Help Communities Prepare for Drought

WASHINGTON, Nov. 15, 2013—As part of President Obama's Climate Action Plan, the Obama Administration today announced an interagency National Drought Resilience Partnership to help communities better prepare for future droughts and reduce the impact of …

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Published on November 14, 2013 - 20:31 GMT

USDA Funding Supports Housing for University of Maryland-Eastern Shore Graduate Students

PRINCESS ANNE, Md., Nov. 14, 2013 – USDA Deputy Secretary Krysta Harden today announced nearly $13 million in Community Facilities loans to promote the advancement of education. Harden made the announcement on behalf of Agriculture Secretary Tom Vilsack …

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