USDA: Biden-Harris Administration Announces Actions, Investments to Create Fairer Markets, Lower Prices
USDA Secretary Vilsack announced $89 million across the country to finance the startup and expansion of independent meat processors
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USDA: Statement by Secretary Vilsack Regarding USMCA Consultation Request with Mexico
“These consultations represent the next step in addressing the United States’ concerns with Mexico’s biotechnology policies.”
USDA: USDA Proposes New Requirements for the “Product of USA” Label Claim
Today, USDA released a proposed rule with new regulatory requirements to better align the voluntary “Product of USA” label claim.
USDA: USDA Announces First Permanent Chief Diversity and Inclusion Officer
USDA Appoints L’Tonya Davis as its first permanent Chief Diversity and Inclusion Officer (CDIO)
USDA: USDA Announces Next Steps in Providing Financial Assistance to Borrowers Who Have Faced Discrimination
Today, the USDA announced the first steps for financial assistance to farmers, ranchers, or forest landowners who suffered discrimination.
USDA: USDA Receives Equity Commission Interim Recommendations
The U.S. Department of Agriculture (USDA) Equity Commission presented its 2023 Interim Report to Agriculture Secretary Tom Vilsack today.
USDA: Biden-Harris Administration Invests Nearly $10 Million for Reforestation through Forest Nursery and Native Seed Partnerships
Today, the U.S. Department of Agriculture announced that nearly $10 million is being invested in forest nursery and native seed partnerships, thanks to funding from President Biden’s Bipartisan Infrastructure Law.
USDA: USDA Invests More than $48.6 Million to Manage Risks, Combat Climate Change
The U.S. Department of Agriculture (USDA) will invest more than $48.6 million this year through the Joint Chiefs’ Landscape Restoration Partnership for projects that mitigate wildfire risk, improve water quality, restore forest ecosystems, and ultimately contribute to USDA’s efforts to combat climate change.
USDA: Biden-Harris Administration Invests $59 Million to Strengthen Food Supply Chain and Rural Economies
U.S. Department of Agriculture (USDA) Secretary Tom Vilsack today announced the Biden-Harris Administration is investing $59 million across the country to increase independent meat and poultry processing capacity, expand market opportunities for farmers and create jobs in rural areas.