U.S .Department of Agriculture, Rural News on The Federal Newswire

Recent News About U.S .Department of Agriculture, Rural

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  Carpenter: New appliances get more kids to eat because 'when the food looks good, they eat more'

  School kitchens across the country are getting $50 million for equipment upgrades to improve food service and ensure the nation's school children are served healthy, appetizing meals.

  By Andy Nghiem

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  Vilsack: Regional Food Business Centers to benefit 'areas where the need is greatest'

  Smaller food producers and distributors in under-served communities can now apply to participate in a federal program to strengthen local food businesses that has $400 million in available funding.

  By David Beasley

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