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The US Agriculture Department published an eight page proposed rule on Feb. 22, according to the U.S. Government Publishing Office.
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USDA Settles a Packers and Stockyards Case against Matthew Seepe
News Release: Washington - The U.S. Department of Agriculture (USDA) entered into a stipulation agreement with Matthew Seepe (Seepe) of Collinsville, Ala., on Feb. 14, 2022, for alleged violations of the Packers and Stockyards (P&S) Act. Under the terms of the stipulation agreement, Seepe waived its rights to a hearing and was fined a civil penalty of $875.
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Export Sales to Nigeria and China
Release: Private exporters reported the following activity.
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Agriculture Department discusses Rural eConnectivity Program; Correction on Feb. 22
The US Agriculture Department published a one page notice on Feb. 22, according to the U.S. Government Publishing Office.
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Evaluating and addressing biases in non-probability samples, topic of the upcoming 29th annual Morris Hansen Lecture
The U.S. Department of Agriculture’s (USDA) National Agricultural Statistics Service (NASS) will host the 29th Annual Morris Hansen Lecture via Zoom webcast on Tuesday, March 1 from 3:30-5:30 p.m. EST.
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Structure of the USDA Livestock and Poultry Baseline Model
The U.S. Department of Agriculture (USDA) produces annual 10-year projections for the food and agriculture sector that cover major agricultural commodities, agricultural trade, and aggregated indicators of the U.S. farm sector.
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Maximizing Crop Profits Under Limited Water
In a collaborative work between the Agricultural Research Service (ARS) Soil and Water Management Research, the University of Castilla-La Mancha (UCLM) in Spain, West Texas A&M University, and Texas A&M AgriLife, researchers adapted a crop model for use in the Texas High Plains to simulate crop water use and corn yield to help producers adjust center-pivot irrigation strategies and maximize profitability with limited water.
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Muddy Waters: Reducing post-fire erosion in an intensifying fire environment
The USDA Forest Service recently announced a 10-year strategy to confront the wildfire crisis and improve forest resilience.
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PPQ 546 & 585 Applications Coming Soon to APHIS eFile!
Dear Applicants, Plant Protection and Quarantine (PPQ) is excited to announce that on March 7, both the PPQ 585 Timber permit application and 546 Postentry Quarantine permit application are coming to APHIS eFile!
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APHIS Updates Federal Domestic Soil Quarantine Map
APHIS updated the Federal Domestic Soil Quarantines Map to include the following changes:
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USDA-NIFA grant application closes on April 5
Veterinary Services Grant Program grant opened on Feb. 22.
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USDA names 'valuable assets' to key staff appointments
The U.S. Department of Agriculture (USDA) recently appointed four experienced candidates to senior staff positions in Washington, D.C.
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USDA, Cornell launch national webinar on 'economically significant' hemp
The U.S. Department of Agriculture's Agricultural Research Service and Cornell University are putting on the first national webinar series about the hemp industry, as the crop proves to be on the rise.
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U.S. Advances Innovation at Inaugural AIM for Climate Ministerial
News Release: DUBAI, United Arab Emirates, Feb. 21, 2022 At the first Agriculture Innovation Mission for Climate (AIM for Climate) ministerial meeting in Dubai today, Agriculture Secretary Tom Vilsack underscored the importance of joint international action and investment in climate-smart agriculture and food systems innovation, calling on AIM for Climate partners to continue on their ambitious path towards addressing global climate change and hunger challenges.
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APHIS Posts New Pale Cyst Nematode (PCN) Eradication Program Report
APHIS’ Plant Protection and Quarantine (PPQ) Pale Cyst Nematode (PCN) Eradication Program in Idaho has posted its 2021 fourth quarter report (October 1 – December 31, 2021).
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USDA Confirms Highly Pathogenic Avian Influenza in a Non-Commercial Backyard Flock (Non-Poultry) in Maine
The United States Department of Agriculture’s (USDA) Animal and Plant Health Inspection Service (APHIS) has confirmed the presence of highly pathogenic avian influenza (HPAI) in a non-commercial backyard flock (non-poultry) in Knox County, Maine.
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USDA Confirms Highly Pathogenic Avian Influenza in a Non-Commercial Backyard Flock (Non-Poultry) in New York
The United States Department of Agriculture’s (USDA) Animal and Plant Health Inspection Service (APHIS) has confirmed the presence of highly pathogenic avian influenza (HPAI) in a non-commercial backyard flock (non-poultry) in Suffolk County, New York.
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Fresh Avocado Imports from Mexico Resume
The U.S. Department of Agriculture’s (USDA) Animal and Plant Health Inspection Service (APHIS) announced today that its avocado inspection program in Michoacan, Mexico has restarted and avocado exports to the United States have resumed.
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USDA Seeks Public Comment on Proposal to Establish Animal Welfare Regulations for Birds
The United States Department of Agriculture’s (USDA) Animal and Plant Health Inspection Service (APHIS) is inviting public comments on a proposal to amend the Animal Welfare Act (AWA) regulations to establish new regulations and standards governing the humane handling, care, treatment, and transportation of birds.
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USDA Extends to March 9 the Application Deadline for ReConnect Program Funding
U.S. Department of Agriculture (USDA) Rural Development Under Secretary Xochitl Torres Small today announced the Department is extending to March 9, 2022, the application deadline for funding to expand access to high-speed internet for millions of rural Americans nationwide.
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