Tom Schultz 21st Chief of the Forest Service Courtesy of USDA Forest Service Tom Schultz has been appointed as the new Chief of the USDA Forest Service, succeeding Randy Moore,…
Vilsack Becomes New CEO of World Food Prize Foundation
U.S. Department of Agriculture (USDA) Secretary Tom Vilsack speaks from the podium at the World Food Prize Foundation’s annual symposium. Wikimedia Commons image The World Food Prize Foundation has announced…
AgNet News Hour Wednesday, 01-29-25
…appointment of former Agriculture Secretary Tom Vilsack as the CEO of the World Food Prize Foundation, a position focusing on global food security and sustainable agriculture. Listen to previous AgNet…
Interim Rule on Technical Guidelines for Climate-Smart Agriculture Crops Used as Biofuel Feedstocks Announced
…conservation opportunities for agriculture,” said Agriculture Secretary Tom Vilsack. “Today’s action also builds on the Biden-Harris Administration’s historic work to create greater opportunity for homegrown, renewable biofuels. From making E15…
AgNet News Hour Monday, 01-20-25
…as no-till, strip-till, and cover crops to reduce carbon emissions. They also explore the introduction of sustainable aviation fuel (SAF) and the required infrastructure. Former Agriculture Secretary Tom Vilsack’s comments…
Vilsack Finalizes Third Rule Under the Packers and Stockyards Act
USDA Secretary Tom Vilsack has finalized a third rule under the Packers and Stockyards Act aimed at leveling the playing field for farmers who contract with meat and poultry processing…
AgNet News Hour Friday, 01-17-25
…outgoing Agriculture Secretary Tom Vilsack. They share personal anecdotes about working with Secretary Vilsack and compare his tenure to that of former Agriculture Secretary Sonny Perdue. The conversation highlights Vilsack’s…
AgNet News Hour Thursday, 01-16-25
…USDA’s New Rule for Poultry Industry: Agriculture Secretary Tom Vilsack sheds light on a newly finalized rule under the Packers and Stockyards Act. The discussion explores the revamped poultry tournament…
USDA Finalizes Key Reforms for Farmers
In one of his final calls with agriculture reporters, Agriculture Secretary Tom Vilsack announced the U.S. Department of Agriculture (USDA) has finalized its third major rule under the Packers and…
USDA Confirms Poultry Rule Will Not Be Finalized
…participants and the broader market. The decision, announced by Agriculture Secretary Tom Vilsack, is due to limited time remaining in the Biden administration’s term. The proposed rule sought to address…
AgNet News Hour Tuesday, 01-14-25
…offers scholarships and internships to support the next generation of ag professionals. Sabrina reports on comments from U.S. Agriculture Secretary Tom Vilsack on key initiatives and new regulations implemented by…
Livestock Producer Evaluates Trump Pick for Ag Secretary
…compared to the outgoing Agriculture Secretary, Tom Vilsack. “We were limited in our access to Secretary Vilsack. This will be a refreshing, open book for us. We feel very positive…
AgNet News Hour Friday, 01-03-25
…to the agricultural sector and the ripple effects on other industries and consumer prices. Lorrie talks with Tom Harrington, President of the Colorado Cattlemen’s Association, about the impact of wolf…
U.S. Wins USMCA Biotechnology Dispute with Mexico, Securing Market Access for GE Corn
…of evidence demonstrating the safety of agricultural biotechnology, which is upheld by rigorous, science-driven regulatory systems,” said U.S. Secretary of Agriculture Tom Vilsack. Under the terms of USMCA, Mexico now…