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News Release: (Washington, D.C., Dec. 15, 2017) – U.S. Secretary of Agriculture Sonny Perdue hailed President Trump’s release of the Unified Agenda and the results of regulatory reform efforts undertaken since the Executive Orders on Reducing Regulation and Controlling Regulatory Costs and Enforcing the Regulatory Reform Agenda were signed nearly a year ago.

USDA's Forest Service Crews Increase in California

News Release: Washington, D.C., Dec. 15, 2017– U.S. Department of Agriculture's (USDA) Forest Service presence in Southern California has increased, as nearly 982 personnel are now engaged in the effort to fight raging fires and save lives. Critical fire weather conditions continue to threaten large portions of ...

Private Exporters Report Sales Activity for China, Costa Rica, and Unknown Destinations

Release: Washington -Private exporters reported to the U.S. Department of Agriculture the following activity.

Chairman Roberts Applauds USDA Decision to Spare Organic Livestock, Poultry Producers from Crushing Regulations

News Release: WASHINGTON, D.C. - After years of challenging the rule, U.S. Senator Pat Roberts, Chairman of the Senate Committee on Agriculture, Nutrition, and Forestry, today applauded the U.S. Department of Agriculture’s (USDA) announcement of a proposed rule that would withdraw a controversial regulation that would have revised organic livestock and poultry production standards.

USDA Announces New IT Operating Model

News Release: (WASHINGTON, Dec. 14, 2017) – U.S. Deputy Secretary of Agriculture Steve Censky announced today the U.S. Department of Agriculture (USDA) will revamp its Information Technology (IT) operating model to increase efficiency in serving its customers.

USDA Highlights $40 Million in Infrastructure Investments in Rural Communities

News Release: Funding Helps Improve Streets, Transit Facilities and Other Structures to Spur Economic Growth and Create Jobs WASHINGTON, Dec. 14, 2017 – Agriculture Secretary Sonny Perdue today highlighted U.S. Department of Agriculture (USDA) investments in Fiscal Year 2017 that will help construct or improve infrastructure and boost economic growth in rural communities.

USDA Provides Tips to Keep Holiday Food Safe at Home or When Traveling

News Release: WASHINGTON, Dec. 14, 2017 — The most wonderful time of the year is already here. Some of us stay home for the holidays; others travel to visit relatives or friends. Regardless of the destination, one thing that does not change is that food is always part of the celebration.

USDA Seeks Nominees for National Fluid Milk Processor Promotion Board

News Release: WASHINGTON, Dec. 14, 2017 – The U.S. Department of Agriculture (USDA) is asking fluid milk processors and other interested parties to nominate candidates to serve on the National Fluid Milk Processor Promotion Board. The deadline for nominations is Jan. 12, 2018.

USDA Seeks Public Input on Child Nutrition Food Crediting

News Release: WASHINGTON, Dec. 14, 2017 – The U.S. Department of Agriculture (USDA) today announced a public invitation to submit ideas on food crediting, the system that defines how each food item fits into a meal for the National School Lunch Program and other federal child nutrition programs. The information collected will help USDA officials better understand its diverse stakeholders’ perspectives on navigating today’s evolving food and nutrition environment.

USDA Seeks Nominees for National Fluid Milk Processor Promotion Board

News Release: Washington - The U.S. Department of Agriculture (USDA) is asking fluid milk processors and other interested parties to nominate candidates to serve on the National Fluid Milk Processor Promotion Board. The deadline for nominations is Jan. 12, 2018.

USDA Seeks Public Input on Child Nutrition Food Crediting

Release: WASHINGTON, DC, Dec. 14, 2017 - The U.S. Department of Agriculture (USDA) today announced a public invitation to submit ideas on food crediting, the system that defines how each food item fits into a meal for the National School Lunch Program and other federal child nutrition programs. The information collected will help USDA officials better understand its diverse stakeholders’ perspectives on navigating today’s evolving food and nutrition environment.

USDA Recognizes FY 2017 Presidential Rank Awards Winners

News Release: (WASHINGTON, Dec. 13, 2017) – The U.S. Department of Agriculture (USDA) today recognized three of its talented employees for being honored as FY 2017 Presidential Rank Awards winners. Jere L. Dick of the Animal and Plant Health Inspection Service (APHIS) received a Distinguished Rank award, and both Cyril G. Gay and Jerry L. Hatfield of the Agricultural Research Service (ARS) received a Meritorious Professional award.

Secretary Perdue Welcomes WTO Statement on MRLs

News Release: Washington - U.S. Secretary of Agriculture Sonny Perdue issued the following statement in response to the joint statement on pesticide maximum residue levels (MRLs) signed at the 11th World Trade Organization (WTO) Ministerial Conference in Buenos Aires.

Chairman Roberts Emphasizes Importance of Agriculture Security

News Release: WASHINGTON, D.C. - U.S. Senator Pat Roberts, R-Kan., Chairman of the U.S. Senate Committee on Agriculture, Nutrition, and Forestry, today held an agriculture security hearing , titled, “Safeguarding American Agriculture in a Globalized World."

Bringing Space Technology to Water Needs in California Vineyards

News Release: ARS scientists are saving water in California's vineyards by using satellite data and computer models to better manage water resources.

Ranking Member Stabenow Opening Statement at Hearing on Agricultural Security