…build America’s agricultural future. Through this program, we can build a diverse next generation of farmers and ranchers.” BFRDP is an education, training, technical assistance and outreach program designed to…
FSA County Employees Gather for Livestock Disaster Assistance Program Training
…of the U.S. Department of Agriculture’s Farm Service Agency Val Dolcini says these programs are just a starting point. To learn more on the Disaster Assistance Programs, please click here….
USDA Officially Announces Sign-Up Date for Farmer and Rancher Disaster Assistance Programs
…disaster assistance programs, reestablished and strengthened by the 2014 Farm Bill, beginning Tuesday, April 15, 2014. Quick implementation of the programs has been a top priority for USDA. “These programs…
Ag Secretary Vilsack Announces Progress on 2014 Farm Bill Implementation
…on Farm Bill implementation accomplishments to date. TITLE I – Commodity Programs Supplemental Agriculture Disaster Assistance: USDA will publish a final rule to implement the disaster assistance provisions and begin…
USDA Announces Funds to Improve SNAP Employment and Training Programs
…fund projects that lead to greater efficiencies and improved outcomes of Employment and Training (E&T) services supported by the Supplemental Nutrition Assistance Program (SNAP). SNAP E&T programs help people on…
USDA Announces Growth of U.S. Organic Industry
…National Organic Program to provide up-to-date information about certified organic operations across the supply chain $11.5 million annually for certification cost-share assistance, which reimburses the costs of annual certification for…
Pilot Programs Could Reduce SNAP Enrollment Numbers
Employment related pilot programs under the new Farm Bill could reduce Supplemental Nutrition Assistance Program enrollment figures. Rod Bain and Secretary Vilsack explain. Pilot Programs Could Reduce SNAP Enrollment Numbers…
USDA Announces Support for Smarter Lunchrooms
…are being released as part of USDA’s Team Nutrition initiative, designed to support state-level child nutrition programs through training and technical assistance. The Team Nutrition Training Grants for fiscal year…
USDA Expanding Support for Small, Mid-Sized Farmers and Ranchers
…and technical assistance to new and beginning farmers on production, marketing, business management, legal strategies and other topics critical to running a successful operation. The 2014 Farm Bill provides $100…
Statement from Agriculture Secretary Tom Vilsack on the Proposed FY 2015 Budget
…hopeful that implementation of the 2014 Farm Bill, which restores disaster assistance and invests in programs to help beginning, small and socially disadvantaged farmers and ranchers, will provide much-needed stability…
USDA Announces Expansion of Eligible Foods for the WIC Program
Participants in the USDA’s Women, Infants and Children’s nutrition assistance program will be able to use their benefits to buy from an expanded list of healthy foods. Here is Gary…
New Legislation to Help Drought Relief Efforts
…million for communities running low on drinking water supplies $47 million for food and housing assistance for people in the communities most affected by the drought We spoke recently with…
Enhanced School Wellness Environments Make the Smart Choice the Easy Choice for a Healthier Next Generation
…the percentage of students that have identified as eligible for free meals through other assistance programs, and the school pays the remainder of the cost. This may sound ho-hum technical,…
USDA Grant for Pollinator Health, CA Left Out
The U.S. Department of Agriculture’s (USDA) Natural Resources Conservation Service (NRCS) will provide close to $3 million in technical and financial assistance for interested farmers and ranchers to help improve…