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Month: March 2024
REMINDER: USDA Under Secretary Taylor to Hold Media Call to Recap South Korea Trade Mission
REMINDER: USDA Under Secretary Taylor to Hold Media Call to Recap South Korea Trade Mission WASHINGTON, March 28, 2024 – U.S. Department of Agriculture’s Under Secretary for Trade and Foreign Agricultural Affairs Alexis M. Taylor will join principals from the Arkansas, California, Indiana, and North Dakota state departments of agriculture for a media teleconference on …
FEATURE STORY: Ginning up a Market for U.S. Cotton in Bangladesh
Ginning up a Market for U.S. Cotton in Bangladesh For almost 50 years, Bangladesh required U.S. cotton be fumigated because of concerns about the boll weevil. Collaboration between USDA agencies and the Bangladesh Ministry of Agriculture resulted in amended import requirements, exempting the United States from the list of countries required to fumigate cotton upon …
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NEWS RELEASE – Biden-Harris Administration Invests in Clean Energy and Fertilizer Produ ction to Strengthen American Farms and Businesses as Part of Investing in America Agenda
NEWS RELEASE Biden-Harris Administration Invests in Clean Energy and Fertilizer Production to Strengthen American Farms and Businesses as Part of Investing in America Agenda Projects Funded by President Biden’s Inflation Reduction Act Will Lower Energy Costs and Create Revenue for Rural Business Owners and Farms OMAHA, Neb., March 28, 2024 – U.S. Department of Agriculture …
Want to Make a Difference for American Agriculture? Come Work for APHIS
APHIS is now accepting applications for the Saul T. Wilson Jr. Internship program. Want to Make a Difference for American Agriculture? Come Work for APHIS Do you have a passion for agricultural and public health? Are you a student who is currently applying to or enrolled in a Doctor of Veterinary Medicine (DVM) program? If …
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For Pollinators’ Sakes, Don’t Spring into Garden Cleanup Too Soon
March 26, 2024 | View as Webpage With spring arriving, it's tempting to begin working on our yards and gardens. But clearing debris & trimming plants too soon can actually harm bees, butterflies, & other important pollinators! Even if you do see some bees buzzing on early blooms, they still …
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Federal and State Veterinary, Public Health Agencies Share Update on HPAI Detection in Kansas, Texas Dairy Herds
Wild migratory birds believed to be source of infection; viral testing and epidemiologic efforts continue Commercial milk supply remains safe due to both federal animal health requirements and pasteurization Contact: APHISpress WASHINGTON, March 25, 2024 – The U.S. Department of Agriculture (USDA), Food and Drug Administration (FDA) and Centers for Disease Control and Prevention (CDC), …
USDA TRADE AND FOREIGN AGRICULTURAL AFFAIRS UNDER SECRETARY TAYLOR LAUNCHES TRADE MISSION IN SOUTH KOREA
USDA Trade and Foreign Agricultural Affairs Under Secretary Taylor Launches Trade Mission in South Korea SEOUL, South Korea, March 25, 2024 – The U.S. Department of Agriculture’s Under Secretary for Trade and Foreign Agricultural Affairs Alexis M. Taylor arrived in Seoul today to launch an agribusiness trade mission. Taylor leads a delegation comprised of officials …
Product of USA labeling, new magazine, hosting people on farm
plus the latest news View as Webpage Photo Credit: Spray Creek Ranch in Lillooet, British Columbia Dear Dennis, Spring is officially here in the Northern hemisphere, and we hope the season ahead is a good one. This week we’re sharing news on the USDA’s revision on the “Product of USA” labeling claim, the newest …
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Resources Available for Women
Resources Available for Women March is Women’s History Month. It is a time to recognize and celebrate women’s contributions to fields of study, society, and history. It’s also important to reflect on the challenges that women and girls still face. In honor of this special month, we’re highlighting just a few of the government resources …
North Carolina Small Farm Association 