The National Association of State Departments of Agriculture (NASDA) has made some suggestions to improve the Farmers to Families Food Box program. In a letter to U.S. Secretary of Agriculture Tom Vilsack,…
Pandemic Assistance for Producers Initiative to Provide More COVID-19 Relief
…possible, as equitably as possible,” Agriculture Secretary Tom Vilsack said in a news release. “Our new USDA Pandemic Assistance for Producers initiative will help get financial assistance to a broader…
USDA Rounding Out Fundamental Staff Appointments
…workers throughout the food chain,” Agriculture Secretary Tom Vilsack said in a news release. Other staff appointments include Eyang Garrison being named Chief of Staff in the Office of the…
Farm City Newsday Thursday, 03-25-21
…market, Vilsack’s idea to use CCC funds for a carbon bank and understanding the basic premise of the California water futures market. Tune in to the show for these news…
USDA Seeks Comment on Climate-Smart Agriculture Approach
…opportunities for the sector in a fair and equitable way,” Agriculture Secretary Tom Vilsack said in a news release. “We want your ideas on how to position the agriculture and…
Recognizing the Importance of Farmers on National Ag Day
…value of our farmers, ranchers, and producers, and those who work in labor in our farm fields,” Agriculture Secretary Tom Vilsack said in his message highlighting the event. “These folks…
Farm City Newsday Friday, 03-19-21
…the impacts of beneficial fungus on tomato genotypes, and Ag Secretary Vilsack declaring drought conditions in California. Tune in to the show for these news stories, recipes, features and more….
Secretary Vilsack Declares Drought Conditions in California
U.S. Secretary of Agriculture Tom Vilsack has designated 50 counties in California as being primary natural disaster areas because of recent drought conditions. In a letter to Governor Gavin Newsom, Secretary…
Coalition Highlights Value of Crop Insurance as Congress Develops Budget
…of Agriculture Tom Vilsack and leaders at the Office of Management and Budget were also sent similar letters. The coalition highlights the value that crop insurance provides to the agricultural…
Farm City Newsday Wednesday, 03-10-21
Get the latest agriculture news in today’s Farm City Newsday, hosted by Danielle Leal. Today’s show is filled with stories covering Secretary Vilsack’s thoughts on trade with China post-Trump, a…
American Rescue Plan Act Moving Forward with Senate Approval
…bring much-needed nutrition assistance and financial relief to millions of families struggling to pay the bills and put healthy food on the table,” Agriculture Secretary Tom Vilsack said in a…
Speedier COVID Assistance Expected with New USDA Leadership in Place
…Council, Reece Langley said the transition within the administration put a hold on a lot of initiatives. Now with Tom Vilsack confirmed as the new U.S. Secretary of Agriculture, support…
USDA Leadership Continues Taking Shape with Recent Appointments
…recently with Tom Vilsack once again taking up the position of Agriculture Secretary. Other areas of the department are also taking shape with recent announcements from USDA. Lynn Overmann has…
American Farm Bureau Seeking CFAP Application Extension
…Agriculture Secretary Tom Vilsack detailing reasons why a CFAP application extension is necessary. “To ensure the farmers impacted by the pandemic are eligible to receive this support, we urge the…