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USDA releases climate adaptation and resilience plan
The U.S. Department of Agriculture (USDA) released its climate adaptation and resilience plan describing how it will prepare for current and future im... READ MORE »
Vilsack ‘firmly supports’ Farm Workforce Modernization Act
USDA Secretary Tom Vilsack joined a virtual roundtable discussion with farmworkers to recognize National Hispanic Heritage Month, National Farm Safety... READ MORE »
USDA-NASS to include Colorado, Montana in ag labor survey
The U.S. Department of Agriculture’s (USDA) National Agricultural Statistics Service (NASS) will conduct its biannual Agricultural Labor Survey in ... READ MORE »
New COVID PPE funding falls short, says National Potato Council
On Sept. 9, the Biden Administration announced $700 million in new funding intended to support entities that purchased personal protective equipment a... READ MORE »
Farm Bureau urges USDA to address supply chain issues
The American Farm Bureau Federation on Sept. 3 sent a letter to Agriculture Secretary Tom Vilsack detailing a list of solutions to address critical su... READ MORE »
Farm loan interest rates announced for September
The U.S. Department of Agriculture (USDA) announced loan interest rates for September 2021, which are effective Sept. 1. USDA’s Farm Ser... READ MORE »
USDA seeks applications for funds to build housing for farm workers
The USDA is seeking applications for funding to increase the supply of affordable housing for farm workers. Luis R. García, acting state director ... READ MORE »
Organic growers can apply for assistance to cover certification costs
Organic producers and handlers can now apply for U.S. Department of Agriculture (USDA) funds to assist with the cost of receiving or maintaining... READ MORE »
Vilsack: Infrastructure bill stands to ‘benefit’ rural America
Agriculture Secretary Tom Vilsack released the following statement following Senate passage of the Bipartisan Infrastructure Investment and Jobs Act. ... READ MORE »
USDA authorizes emergency procedures for growers impacted by drought
The U.S. Department of Agriculture is authorizing emergency procedures to help agricultural producers impacted by extreme drought conditions. USDA�... READ MORE »