By USDA Newswire | Oct 1, 2021
News Release: Washington - The U.S. Department of Agriculture (USDA) has imposed sanctions on Florida Cool Cargo Inc. (Florida Cool), Miami, Fla., for violating the Perishable Agricultural Commodities Act (PACA). These sanctions include barring the business and the principal operator of the business from engaging in PACA-licensed business or other activities without approval from USDA.
By USDA Newswire | Sep 30, 2021
News Release: WASHINGTON, Sept. 30, 2021 – Agriculture Secretary Tom Vilsack today applauded research and protection efforts underway at the U.S. Department of Agriculture’s (USDA) Agricultural Research Service (ARS) and Animal and Plant Health Inspection Service (APHIS) to prevent the spread of African Swine Fever virus, which has been causing devastating losses to the swine industry across the globe.
By USDA Newswire | Sep 30, 2021
News Release: WASHINGTON, Sept. 30, 2021 – The U.S. Department of Agriculture today announced the names of individuals who will hold key staff positions in Washington, D.C.
By USDA Newswire | Sep 30, 2021
News Release: This Secretarial natural disaster designation allows the United States Department of Agriculture (USDA) Farm Service Agency (FSA) to extend much-needed emergency credit to producers recovering from natural disasters through emergency loans. Emergency loans can be used to meet various recovery needs including...
By USDA Newswire | Sep 30, 2021
News Release: (WASHINGTON) - House Agriculture Committee Democratic leaders today highlighted their continued support of the inclusion of critical disaster relief funding in the continuing resolution. These provisions - initially included in the continuing resolution passed by the House on September 21st - will be...
By USDA Newswire | Sep 30, 2021
News Release: Thursday, October 7, 2021 -- 12:00 PM EDT.
By USDA Newswire | Sep 30, 2021
Release: Washington - The U.S. Department of Agriculture’s Animal and Plant Health Inspection Service (APHIS) is providing $5.7 million to 20 States and 8 Tribes or Tribal organizations to further develop and implement Chronic Wasting Disease (CWD) management and response activities in wild and farmed cervids ...
By USDA Newswire | Sep 30, 2021
News Release: This Secretarial natural disaster designation allows the United States Department of Agriculture (USDA) Farm Service Agency (FSA) to extend much-needed emergency credit to producers recovering from natural disasters through emergency loans. Emergency loans can be used to meet various recovery needs including...
By USDA Newswire | Sep 30, 2021
News Release: WASHINGTON, Sept. 30, 2021-The U.S. Department of Agriculture's (USDA) Agricultural Research Service (ARS) today announced that one of its African Swine Fever Virus (ASFV) vaccine candidates has been shown to prevent and effectively protect both European and Asian bred swine against the current circulating Asian strain of the virus.
By USDA Newswire | Sep 29, 2021
News Release: Comprehensive Package of Investments Targets Urgent Challenges Facing Agriculture Today WASHINGTON, Sept. 29, 2021 – Agriculture Secretary Tom Vilsack today announced a comprehensive set of investments to address challenges facing America’s agricultural producers. These include assistance to address ...
By USDA Newswire | Sep 29, 2021
News Release: WASHINGTON - House Agriculture Committee Chairman David Scott of Georgia issued the following statement applauding the USDA’s announcement on a $3 billion investment in production agriculture resiliency and addressing immediate animal health concerns...
By USDA Newswire | Sep 29, 2021
News Release: WASHINGTON - House Agriculture Subcommittee Chair Abigail Spanberger delivered the following statement at today's hearing “The 2021 Wildland Fire Year: Responding to and Mitigating Threats to Communities".
By USDA Newswire | Sep 29, 2021
Release: “Since the start of the public health crisis, school nutrition professionals have worked tirelessly to continue to serve nutritious meals. USDA has remained steadfast in its commitment to getting them the support they need to successfully operate meal programs amidst changing circumstances. Studies show...
By USDA Newswire | Sep 29, 2021
News Release: WASHINGTON - House Agriculture Committee Chairman David Scott and Chair Abigail Spanberger issued the following statement in response to the USDA’s Announcement Addressing Environmental Challenges to Agricultural Production...
By USDA Newswire | Sep 29, 2021
Release: CHICAGO, IL, Sept. 29, 2021 - The U.S. Department of Agriculture’s Food and Nutrition Service (FNS) announced it has taken action against 40 Detroit retailers suspected of violating USDA rules for accepting Supplemental Nutrition Assistance Program (SNAP) benefits.
By USDA Newswire | Sep 29, 2021
News Release: WASHINGTON-U.S. Senator John Boozman (R-AR), ranking member of the Senate Committee on Agriculture, Nutrition, and Forestry, released the following statement after Agriculture Secretary Tom Vilsack announced a new U.S. Department of Agriculture (USDA) pilot program to encourage continued producer involvement in addressing climate change...
By USDA Newswire | Sep 29, 2021
News Release: WASHINGTON - Today, U.S. Senator Debbie Stabenow (D-Mich.), Chairwoman of the U.S. Senate Committee on Agriculture, Nutrition, and Forestry, issued the following statement following U.S. Department of Agriculture’s (USDA) announcement to allocate $3 billion to tackle urgent challenges in agriculture, animal health, and nutrition.
By USDA Newswire | Sep 28, 2021
Release: Washington -Private exporters reported to the U.S. Department of Agriculture export sales of 150,000 metric tons of corn for delivery to Mexico during the 2021/2022 marketing year.
By USDA Newswire | Sep 28, 2021
News Release: 10:00 a.m. WITNESS LIST. Chief Randy Moore, United States Forest Service, Washington, D.C. A live stream of the hearing will be available on YouTube. All additional information on this hearing can be found here. *NOTE: **House Office Buildings are closed to the public. The hearing will be broadcast...
By USDA Newswire | Sep 27, 2021
News Release: WASHINGTON, Sept. 27, 2021 - Agriculture Secretary Tom Vilsack has directed the U.S. Department of Agriculture (USDA) to aid recovery efforts for farmers, ranchers and residents affected by Hurricane Ida. USDA staff in offices across the country are ready to respond with a variety of program flexibilities and other assistance to producers and communities in need.
