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The Biden administration recently announced additional measures to support farmers harmed by the pandemic.
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How politicians on Agriculture, Nutrition, and Forestry Committee dealt with bills on Aug. 1

There was activity on one bill related to the Agriculture, Nutrition, and Forestry Committee on Aug. 1.
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Aug. 2: Congressional Record publishes “Inflation Reduction Act (Executive Calendar)”

The Senate section of the Congressional Record published “Inflation Reduction Act (Executive Calendar)” on Aug. 2.
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USDA Announces August 2022 Lending Rates for Agricultural Producers

News Release: Washington - The U.S. Department of Agriculture (USDA) announced loan interest rates for August 2022, which are effective Aug. 1, 2022. USDA’s Farm Service Agency (FSA) loans provide important access to capital to help agricultural producers start or expand their farming operation, purchase equipment and storage structures or meet cash flow needs.
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USDA Announces Action to Declare Salmonella an Adulterant in Breaded Stuffed Raw Chicken Products

News Release: WASHINGTON, Aug. 1, 2022 – The U.S. Department of Agriculture’s (USDA) Food Safety and Inspection Service (FSIS) is announcing that it will be declaring Salmonella an adulterant in breaded and stuffed raw chicken products.
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FNS Awards Grant to Delaware to Provide Mobile Payment Options for WIC Farmers Market Nutrition Program

Release: DOVER, Del., Aug. 1, 2022 USDA's Food and Nutrition Service today announced the award of the first round of Farmers' Market Nutrition Program Benefit Delivery Modernization Grants to the state of Delaware. The grant will help the state improve equitable access to locally grown fruits and vegetables for participants of the Special Supplemental Nutrition Program for Women, Infants, and Children, commonly known as WIC.
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What releases are upcoming from the Agriculture Department on Aug. 2

There is one release scheduled to be published on Aug. 2.
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Moore: 'Old-growth and mature forests are a key component to healthy ecosystems'

The Forest Service and the Bureau of Land Management are seeking public comment of the development of a definition framework for mature forests on federal lands.
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Rural Utilities Service set to publish a new notice on Aug. 4

There is one release scheduled to be published on Aug. 4.
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July: U.S. Department of Agriculture Foreign Agricultural Service publishes seven press releases or notices

There were seven press releases or notices published by the U.S. Department of Agriculture Foreign Agricultural Service in July.
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Rural Housing Service set to publish a new notice on Aug. 2

There is one release scheduled to be published on Aug. 2.
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Six press releases published in July by U.S. Department of Agriculture Food Safety and Inspection Service

There were six press releases published by the U.S. Department of Agriculture Food Safety and Inspection Service in July.
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How politicians on Agriculture Committee dealt with bills on July 29

There was activity on three bills related to the Agriculture Committee on July 29.
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Ranking Member Boozman Receives American Farm Bureau’s Highest Honor for Sitting Member of Congress

Ranking Member Boozman Receives American Farm Bureau’s Highest Honor for Sitting Member of Congress
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Republican Leader Thompson: Democrats’ Wildfire Bill Is More Political Theater

Republican Leader Thompson: Democrats’ Wildfire Bill Is More Political Theater
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Chairwoman Stabenow Announces Historic Investments to Lower Costs, Support Jobs and Tackle the Climate Crisis

Chairwoman Stabenow Announces Historic Investments to Lower Costs, Support Jobs and Tackle the Climate Crisis
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Chairwoman Stabenow Announces New Committee Staff Director

Chairwoman Stabenow Announces New Committee Staff Director
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8 notices published in week ending July 16 by Agriculture Department

There were eight notices published by the Agriculture Department in week ending July 16, according to the Federal Register.
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Availability of Low-Interest Physical Loss Loans for Producers Affected by Natural Disasters

News Release: Physical loss loans can help producers repair or replace damaged or destroyed physical property essential to the success of the agricultural operation, including livestock losses. Examples of property commonly affected include essential farm buildings, fixtures to real estate, equipment, livestock, perennial crops, fruit and nut bearing trees and harvested or stored crops and hay.
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Chairman David Scott Releases Statement Following Introduction of Livestock Legislation

News Release: WASHINGTON - Below is a statement from Chairman David Scott following the introduction of H.R 8590 the Small Family Farmer and Rancher Relief Act, his legislation to help small farmers and ranchers in the cattle industry.
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