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Published on May 16, 2013 - 21:40 GMT

USDA Visits Florida to Highlight Efforts to Improve School Meals and Health Of Nation's Children

KISSIMMEE, Fla., April 22, 2010 - USDA Food, Nutrition, and Consumer Services Deputy Under Secretary Janey Thornton today highlighted the Obama Administration's priorities for improving school meals and the health of children across the nation. …

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Published on May 16, 2013 - 21:40 GMT

USDA Visits Montana to Highlight Efforts to Improve School Meals and Health of Nation's Children

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 …

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Published on May 16, 2013 - 21:40 GMT

USDA Joins Congresswoman Chellie Pingree in Maine to Highlight Efforts to Improve School Meals and Health of Nation's Children

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 …

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Published on May 14, 2013 - 19:20 GMT

Agriculture Secretary Vilsack Unveils Vision for U.S. Organic Agriculture

Washington, May 14, 2013 ― Agriculture Secretary Tom Vilsack today discussed his vision for U.S. organic agriculture and USDA efforts to ensure its continued success during remarks to the Organic Trade Association. Vilsack announced a number of changes and …

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Published on May 14, 2013 - 17:13 GMT

USDA Seeks Applications for Grants to Provide Technical Assistance to Help Rural Businesses Grow

WASHINGTON, May 14, 2013 – Agriculture Secretary Tom Vilsack today announced that USDA is seeking applications from qualified organizations to provide technical assistance to rural businesses to help them expand and create jobs. The United States …

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Published on May 14, 2013 - 17:13 GMT

USDA Announces Conservation Reserve Program Sign-Up

WASHINGTON, May 14, 2013 — Secretary of Agriculture Tom Vilsack today reminded farmers and ranchers that the U.S. Department of Agriculture (USDA) will conduct a four-week Conservation Reserve Program (CRP) general sign-up beginning May 20 and ending on …

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Published on May 13, 2013 - 17:42 GMT

Secretaries Vilsack and Jewell Highlight Federal Preparedness for 2013 Western Wildfire Season

BOISE, ID – May 13, 2013 – During a visit to the National Interagency Fire Center (NIFC) in Boise, Idaho today, Agriculture Secretary Tom Vilsack and Interior Secretary Sally Jewell outlined the Federal Government's efforts to ensure collaboration in …

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Published on May 9, 2013 - 18:48 GMT

Obama Administration Seeks Applicants for First Phase of 'Investing in Manufacturing Communities' Partnership

This Press Release is cross-posted from the Department of Commerce Office of Public Affairs. You may view the original press release here. Effort will encourage an improved approach to economic development around the country The Obama administration today …

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Published on May 7, 2013 - 20:49 GMT

USDA's May 10, 2013, World Agricultural Supply and Demand Estimates Report to Incorporate Some Changes

WASHINGTON, May 7, 2013 – The May 10 World Agricultural Supply and Demand Estimates (WASDE) report, which will be released at 12 noon EDT, will present USDA's initial assessment of U.S. and world crop supply and demand prospects and U.S. prices for the …

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Published on May 7, 2013 - 19:23 GMT

USDA Funds Major Research Initiatives to Study the Affects of Weather and Climatic Variability on Beef and Dairy Cattle

MADISON, WI - May 7, 2013 – The U.S. Department of Agriculture (USDA) today awarded $19.5 million to support research, education and Extension activities associated with climate solutions in agriculture aimed at the impacts of climate variability and …

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Published on May 6, 2013 - 16:59 GMT

USDA Announces Final Call for 2012 Census of Agriculture

WASHINGTON, May 6, 2013 – With the window to respond to the 2012 Census of Agriculture officially closing on May 31, the U.S. Department of Agriculture (USDA) is urging farmers and ranchers not to miss this opportunity to be counted and help determine the …

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Published on May 3, 2013 - 15:25 GMT

USDA Announces New Rules to Fund Broadband Service in Unserved Rural Communities

WASHINGTON, May 3, 2013 - Agriculture Secretary Tom Vilsack today announced new rules to better target Community Connect broadband grants to areas where they are needed the most. The United States Department of Agriculture (USDA) remains focused on …

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Published on May 2, 2013 - 15:47 GMT

USDA and EPA Release New Report on Honey Bee Health

WASHINGTON, May 2, 2013-The U.S. Department of Agriculture (USDA) and the U.S. Environmental Protection Agency (EPA) today released a comprehensive scientific report on honey bee health. The report states that there are multiple factors playing a role in …

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Published on May 1, 2013 - 18:34 GMT

USDA Announces Funding to Improve Rural Broadband Service in Nebraska and Montana

WASHINGTON, May 1, 2013 – Agriculture Secretary Tom Vilsack today announced funding for two rural telecommunications companies that will expand broadband service in rural Nebraska and Montana. The United States Department of Agriculture (USDA) remains …

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Published on May 1, 2013 - 17:23 GMT

Agriculture Secretary Vilsack Outlines USDA Efforts to Raise a Healthier Generation of Americans; Highlights Improvements to the ...

NEW ORLEANS, May 1, 2013 - Agriculture Secretary Tom Vilsack today highlighted improvements to school meals, a cornerstone of USDA's efforts to create a generational change to improve childhood nutrition. The Secretary also discussed efforts to create …

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Published on May 1, 2013 - 14:39 GMT

Conservation Stewardship Program Applications Due by May 31

WASHINGTON, May 1, 2013 – Agriculture Secretary Tom Vilsack today announced that the Natural Resources Conservation Service's Conservation Stewardship Program (CSP) will provide nearly $175 million in funding for up to 12.6 million additional acres of …

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Published on May 1, 2013 - 14:39 GMT

Value-Added Producer Grants Support Local Producers, Biobased Initiatives

WASHINGTON, May 1, 2013 – Agriculture Secretary Tom Vilsack today announced the selection of 110 grants to agricultural producers and rural businesses that will help create jobs and develop new products. The United States Department of Agriculture (USDA) …

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Published on April 30, 2013 - 21:38 GMT

G-8 International Conference on Open Data for Agriculture April 29-30, 2013 International Finance Corporation Washington, D.C.

Following the commitment of the L'Aquila Summit, in 2012 leaders of the G-8 engaged with African partners to foster global food security. In this framework, G-8 members have agreed on the goals of the New Alliance for Food Security and Nutrition G-8 …

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Published on April 29, 2013 - 19:09 GMT

Agriculture Secretary Vilsack Announces Funding for Projects to Boost Rural Electric Grid Efficiency and Reliability

WASHINGTON, April 29, 2013 – Agriculture Secretary Tom Vilsack today announced funding for four rural electric projects in eight states to provide reliable, affordable electricity for rural residents. USDA remains focused on carrying out its mission, …

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Published on April 29, 2013 - 13:49 GMT

G-8 Open Data for Agriculture Conference Aims to Help Feed a Growing Population and Fulfill New Alliance for Food Security and ...

REMARKS AS PREPARED FOR DELIVERY by Secretary Tom Vilsack WASHINGTON, April 29, 2013 - Agriculture Secretary Tom Vilsack, along with Bill Gates, and U.S. Chief Technology Officer Todd Park, today kicked off a two-day international open data conference, …

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