…Programs, and the Special Supplemental Nutrition Program for Women, Infants and Children (WIC); All of these programs will continue to serve eligible people through USDA’s partners (State agencies and other…
USDA Announces Plenary Speakers for the 2018 Agricultural Outlook Forum
…of leaders in agriculture is part of the USDA’s commitment to maximize the ability of the men and women of America’s agriculture and agribusiness sector to create jobs, to produce…
USDA Announces a Near-Record Year for Farm Loans
…three-quarters (almost 4,900) went to beginning farmers, 1,000 went to women and 400 to veterans. FSA’s direct farm loans are unique in that the agency provides technical assistance in addition…
NASS Research, Survey, and Technology Advancements in 2017 Serve U.S. Agriculture
…about military veteran status, expanded questions about food marketing practices, and questions about on-farm decision-making to help better capture the roles and contributions of beginning farmers, women farmers, and others…
FSA – A Vital Source of Assistance to America’s Farmers and Ranchers
…provides new help and resources for beginning ranchers, veterans, women, socially disadvantaged Americans and others, providing new tools to help them both grow and thrive in agribusiness. Johansson said these…
USDA Expands Flexibility, Encourages Program Integration in SNAP Administration
…programs, including the National School Lunch and School Breakfast programs, the Child and Adult Care Food Program, the Summer Food Service Program, the Special Supplemental Nutrition Program for Women, Infants…
Available Positions on 2018 Almond Board of Directors
…encourages eligible women, minorities and people with disabilities to consider running for a position on the Board of Directors as it believes this committee should reflect the diversity of the…
Celebrating National Poinsettia Day
…a $250 million industry in the U-S. They’re usually bought by women, resulting in 80 percent of sales. Celebrate National Poinsettia Day by filling your home and front porch or…
NIFA Supports Increasing Rural Prosperity through Education, Mentoring, and Technical Assistance Programs for the Next Generation of Farmers and Ranchers
…women, individuals from underrepresented groups, small farmers, aspiring farm workers, and others – into farming and ranching.” BFRDP supports projects that deliver education, mentoring, and technical assistance programs to help…
NCBA Membership Drive Encourages Commitment
…that cattlemen and women will be able to continue their operations successfully. While that’s important, NCBA is encouraging more cattle producers to join the fight and engage on the issues…
Secretary Perdue Commends the Resiliency of American Farmers
…a long tradition of working through and overcoming whatever challenges may arise during a growing season. The agriculture industry is only as strong as the men and women who put…
2017 Census of Agriculture Gets Underway
…food marketing practices, and questions about on-farm decision-making to help better capture the roles and contributions of beginning farmers, women farmers, and others involved in running a farm enterprise. “Producers…
Secretary Perdue Launches Veteran Resources at USDA
…“From the beginning of this Administration, USDA has focused on how to best serve our veterans,” said Secretary Perdue. “These men and women of the United States military have kept…
USDA Invests in a More Diverse Agricultural Science Workforce
…introduce more women and minorities to the agricultural sciences so they might contribute to future agricultural science innovations.” The Women and Minorities in Science, Technology, Engineering, and Mathematics Fields Program…