…Claudio Schwarz on Unsplash The avian influenza outbreak has had an impact on poultry supplies, but USDA Secretary Tom Vilsack says there will be enough turkeys for Thanksgiving. “In terms…
Investment of More than $71 Million to Support Underserved Producers
…Agriculture Secretary Tom Vilsack said in a press release. “We are committed to building a different USDA. One that is steadfast in our actions, mindset and culture around equality and…
USDA Invests Another $759 Million in Rural Broadband
…it is that they’re buying or selling on that particular day,” Agriculture Secretary Tom Vilsack said. “At the end of the day, it is essential to the capacity of folks…
Farm Groups Thankful for ‘Generational’ Debt Relief Assistance
…distressed borrowers.” Debt assistance offered through USDA has also helped approximately 2,100 borrowers get a fresh start after having their farms foreclosed on. Agriculture Secretary Tom Vilsack said the support…
Week in Review: Bumblebees Get Closer to Endangered Classification & Farm Debt Relief Available
…U.S. Agriculture Secretary Tom Vilsack detailed plans to help farmers with USDA loans who are struggling to make their payments. An ag robotics and technology forum taking place in Fresno…
USDA Providing Relief to Qualified Borrowers Struggling to Make Payments
During a call with ag media, Tuesday, U.S. Agriculture Secretary Tom Vilsack detailed plans to help farmers with USDA loans who are struggling to make their payments. “Through no fault…
USDA Seeks Comment on Program
…Agriculture Secretary Tom Vilsack says, “These actions further build on USDA’s commitment to use all the tools it has available to help farmers.” The request for information in the Federal…
$80 Million to Improve Nutrition in School Meals
…administration unveiled a national strategy to end hunger and reduce diet-related disease by 2030. Agriculture Secretary Tom Vilsack says, “Ensuring access to nutritious school meals is one of the best…
Farm and Food Workers Relief Program to be Administered by 15 Organizations
…ensuring they are not left out of opportunities for relief from the effects of the pandemic,” Secretary Vilsack said in a press release. “The grant recipients being announced today will…
WATER for California Act Seeks to Establish Better Regulatory Stability
…Project and State Water Project for water supply,” Westlands Water District General Manager Tom Birmingham said in a statement. “The Act provides much needed certainty for water users, helps resolve…
U.S. Fertilizer Production to Be Supported By $500 Million Investment
…of Agriculture (USDA) Secretary Tom Vilsack said in a news release. “USDA believes in the growth of innovative, local businesses owned and shared by people who can best serve their…
Biden Administration Invests in International Food for Progress Projects
…in Central America. Agriculture Secretary Tom Vilsack announced the funding Wednesday and says, “By partnering with private-sector organizations, local governments, and local producers and businesses, we are helping to build…
USDA Announces Climate-Smart Partnership Projects
USDA is investing up to $2.8 billion in 70 selected projects under the first pool of the Partnerships for Climate-Smart Commodities funding opportunity. Agriculture Secretary Tom Vilsack made the announcement…
Applications Open for Rural High-Speed Internet Program
…$65 billion for broadband nationally as part of the Infrastructure and Jobs Act. USDA Secretary Tom Vilsack says Broadband is critical for rural homes, hospitals, schools, libraries, businesses, and farmers,…