Want to Make a Difference for American Agriculture? Come Work for APHIS

APHIS is looking for a bright, energetic, and committed professional to serve as a Program Assistant. Want to Make a Difference for American Agriculture? Come Work for APHIS Do you excel at customer service? Do you enjoy working with others to accomplish shared goals? A position with USDA’s Animal and Plant Health Inspection Service (APHIS) …

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Want to Make a Difference for American Agriculture? Come Work for APHIS

APHIS is looking for a bright, energetic professional to serve as Program Assistant. Want to Make a Difference for American Agriculture? Come Work for APHIS Do you have a passion for international business and administrative operations? Are you looking to add international experience to your career? A position as a Program Specialist with APHIS’ International …

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The Passing of Dr. Joan Arnoldi

APHIS Stakeholders, I was greatly saddened to learn of the recent passing of Dr. Joan Arnoldi. Dr. Arnoldi was APHIS’ first female Deputy Administrator and Chief Veterinary Officer (CVO) of the United States, as well as APHIS Associate Administrator, paving the way for and inspiring women across APHIS and the veterinary field. She joined APHIS …

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HPAI resources, Certified Regenerative by AGW standards, Animal Health Plans, Food Safety resources

more news from your peers View as Webpage Photo credit: Working Cows Dairy in Slocomb, AL Dear Dennis, This week we’re sharing our newest blog about what AGW-certified producers need to know about the Highly Pathogenic Avian Influenza. There’s also a reminder about the Certified Regenerative by AGW standards, which are currently open for thoughtful …

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In Case You Missed It: A Greener World’s Latest Issue of Sustainable Farming Magazine is Out

Summer 2022 The Summer 2022 issue of AGW's Sustainable Farming magazine is ready to view online. Written for farmers and anyone interested in sustainable, high-welfare livestock production, the magazine includes news, opinion and program activities, as well as in-depth technical features and case studies. We hope you enjoy it! Sustainable Farming Magazine Subscription Interested in …

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USDA Confirms Highly Pathogenic Avian Influenza in New Jersey

Contacts: APHISpress WASHINGTON, May 18, 2022 – The United States Department of Agriculture’s (USDA) Animal and Plant Health Inspection Service (APHIS) has confirmed the presence of highly pathogenic avian influenza (HPAI) in a non-commercial backyard flock (poultry) in Monmouth County, New Jersey. Samples from the flock were tested at the New Jersey Department of Agriculture …

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It’s National BBQ Day!

Let’s Celebrate Farmers Who Make Great BBQ Possible View as Webpage Photo Credit: Master Blend Family Farms in Kenansville, NC Dear Dennis, Happy National BBQ Day! Let’s celebrate the AGW-certified farmers and ranchers who make days like today possible — because what would great barbecue be without delicious, high-welfare and sustainable ingredients? This National BBQ …

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