WASHINGTON, June 6, 2013 – The U.S. Department of Agriculture Acting Deputy Secretary Michael Scuse and Agricultural Marketing Service (AMS) Administrator Anne Alonzo will ring the bell Friday, opening the USDA Farmers Market for its 18th season on the …
Secretary's Speech: Agriculture Secretary Outlines Vision for Agricultural Solutions to Environmental Challenges in Speech to the National Press Club Video: USDA -- Modern Solutions for Environmental Challenges WASHINGTON, June 5, 2013-Agriculture …
WASHINGTON, June 4, 2013 – Today, the U.S. Department of Agriculture (USDA), in collaboration with the U.S. Environmental Protection Agency (EPA) launched the U.S. Food Waste Challenge, calling on others across the food chain—including producer groups, …
WASHINGTON, June 3, 2013 – The U.S. Department of Agriculture (USDA) today announced its plan to update regulatory processes for notices regarding public property, loans, grants, benefits and contracts by rescinding an outdated statement of policy that …
WASHINGTON, May 31, 2013 – Agriculture Secretary Tom Vilsack today kicked off National Homeownership Month by highlighting programs to help rural residents buy, refinance and repair homes. "Homeownership should be an achievable dream and in many cases …
WASHINGTON, May 31, 2013 – The U.S. Department of Health and Human Services (HHS) Secretary Kathleen Sebelius and U.S. Department of Agriculture (USDA) Secretary Tom Vilsack announced today the appointment of 15 nationally recognized experts to serve on …
WASHINGTON, May 30, 2013 - The U.S. Department of Agriculture released its fourth Outlook for U.S. Agriculture Trade in fiscal year 2013 today. USDA projects $139.5 billion in agricultural exports in FY 2013, which if realized would be a new record. Since …
ELKWOOD, Va., May 30, 2013 - Agriculture Secretary Tom Vilsack today highlighted the economic opportunity provided by strong local and regional food systems for America's farmers and ranchers while touring Blue Ridge Produce, a regional food hub that …
WASHINGTON, May 29, 2013–Agriculture Secretary Tom Vilsack made the following statement about notification received today from the World Organization for Animal Health (OIE) upgrading the United States' risk classification for bovine spongiform …
WASHINGTON, May 23, 2013 – In the wake of recent tragedy and destruction in Kansas and Oklahoma, the USDA's Food Safety and Inspection Service (FSIS) is issuing recommendations to help affected residents minimize the potential for foodborne illnesses …
WASHINGTON, May 23, 2013 – Agriculture Secretary Tom Vilsack announced today that applications are being accepted from lenders for loan guarantees to finance rural rental housing. The United States Department of Agriculture (USDA) remains focused on …
WASHINGTON, May 23, 2013 – Agriculture Secretary Tom Vilsack today announced that USDA is accepting grant applications from qualified non-profit organizations and educational facilities to help rural cooperatives develop new markets for their products and …
WASHINGTON, May 22, 2013 – Agriculture Secretary Tom Vilsack today announced a series of immediate steps the Department is taking to help homeowners affected by recent tornadoes in Oklahoma. "We extend our thoughts and prayers to everyone who has been …
WASHINGTON, May 22, 2013--The U.S. Department of Agriculture (USDA) recently published a Notice of Solicitation for Nominations for its Advisory Committee on Minority Farmers for 2-year membership terms in the Federal Register dated April 30, 2013. " …
WASHINGTON, May 22, 2013 – Agriculture Secretary Tom Vilsack today announced that loans and grants will be provided to applicants in 11 states to support businesses, improve the quality of medical care, and create or save hundreds of jobs. Funding is …
MEXICO CITY, May 17, 2013 – Agriculture Secretary Tom Vilsack today issued the following statement following his meeting with Mexico's new Secretary of Agriculture, Enrique Martínez y Martínez: "I am pleased by the productive exchange with …
WASHINGTON, May 20, 2013—Secretary Vilsack made the following statement on congressional progress toward passage of a Food, Farm and Jobs Bill: "I am encouraged that Congress took action this week toward passage of a five-year, comprehensive Food, …
WASHINGTON, May 17, 2013 – To promote healthy eating among Asian Americans and Pacific Islanders, White House Executive Chef Cristeta Comerford and Chef Ming Tsai have teamed up to film a cooking demonstration in the White House kitchen featuring healthy …
LOLO, Mont., May 25, 2010 - USDA's Food and Nutrition Service Administrator Julie Paradis today discussed the Obama Administration's priorities for improving school meals and the health of children across the nation with participants at a Healthy …
BUXTON, Maine, June 1, 2010 – USDA Under Secretary Kevin Concannon joined Congresswoman Chellie Pingree from Maine's 1st Congressional District today to discuss the Obama Administration's priorities for improving school meals and the health of …
