…brands of infant formula. “USDA is committed to maintaining flexibilities to provide continued support to WIC families as the nationwide supply of infant formula recovers,” says Ag Secretary Tom Vilsack….
Strengthening the Meat Supply Chain with Nearly $22 Million Investment
…necessary facility improvements, expand their businesses, and strengthen the nation’s food supply chain,” Secretary of Agriculture Tom Vilsack said in a news release. “These grants are one part of USDA’s…
New Program for Underserved, Minority Farmers
…take action to help ensure underserved producers have the resources, tools, programs, and technical support they need to succeed. Agriculture Secretary Tom Vilsack says the funding is part of “USDA’s…
USDA Details How Organic Transition Initiative Will Take Shape
…and secure markets for their products,” Agriculture Secretary Tom Vilsack said in a press release. With some of the funding support coming from the American Rescue Plan, USDA has identified…
Ag Groups Now Eagerly Await Implementation of Inflation Reduction Act
…America remains a food secure nation,” said Agriculture Secretary Tom Vilsack. “The law is a once-in-a-generation opportunity to build critical infrastructure, to protect communities from wildfire and extreme heat and…
Celebrating National Farmers Market Week
…Vilsack say it’s in recognition of the role farmers markets play in making more nutritious food available to local communities. This is the 23rd year for National Famers Market Week,…
Comment Period Extended for Poultry Contracting Proposal
…not testify due to concerns of retaliation,” Vilsack said. “But it is still critical that we hear the full story, so we are highlighting the option for comments to be…
Ag Groups Support Conservation Investments in Inflation Reduction Act
…on the rural and agriculture communities we serve at The Department of Agriculture,” Agriculture Secretary Tom Vilsack said in a news release. Other programs from USDA’s Natural Resources Conservation Service…
Vilsack Visits California to Announce Local Food Purchase Agreement
Agriculture Secretary Tom Vilsack announced a new local food purchase agreement with California during a visit to Woodland. The effort is made possible through the American Rescue Plan to bolster…
New Biobased Product Program
…in rural communities. Agriculture Secretary Tom Vilsack says the pilot program is a critical part of USDA’s commitment to enhancing the circular economy and providing additional revenue streams for farmers….
Week in Review: Ag Priorities in Sacramento & Assistance for Specialty Crop Producers
…assistance available to specialty crop producers. Agriculture Secretary Tom Vilsack recently announced a new bioproduct pilot program aimed at lowering carbon footprints and increasing the use of renewable agricultural materials….
More Than $4 Billion in ERP Payments Issued to Producers in First Six Weeks
…that would ensure quick payments to producers,” Agriculture Secretary Tom Vilsack said in a news release. “I am extremely proud to share that the strategically streamlined ERP application and program…
New Bioproduct Pilot Program Accepting Grant Applications
Agriculture Secretary Tom Vilsack recently announced a new bioproduct pilot program aimed at lowering carbon footprints and increasing the use of renewable agricultural materials. The announcement was made during a…
Keep Kids Fed Act Passed in Both Chambers of Congress
…Both Chambers of Congress Statement from Agriculture Secretary Tom Vilsack on Passage of Keep Kids Fed Act (USDA/WASHINGTON, June 24, 2022) – “I am pleased to see that Congress has…