This Earth Day, Help a Farmer Share Their Story

By Funding Labeling Grants for Farmers eView as Webpage   Dear Dennis, Every product you purchase has a story of how it impacts the planet. But because of high costs for design updates, roadblocks at the processing plant, machinery or materials, putting a farm’s story on a label is often out of reach for the …

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Make an Impact for Invertebrates this Earth Week

Can wildlife count on you     April 21, 2026 | View as Webpage       Make an Impact for Invertebrates this Earth Week This Earth Week, we are reminded of the critical importance of conserving the planet that we call home. Butterflies, dragonflies, beetles, worms, bees, mussels, and snails are but a few …

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Announcing the Awardees for the America First Trade Promotion Program

Announcing the Awardees for the America First Trade Promotion Program Washington, D.C., April 16, 2026 – Today, the U.S. Department of Agriculture’s Foreign Agricultural Service announced additional support for American farmers and producers through the America First Trade Promotion Program to help expand export markets for U.S. food and agricultural products. Thanks to the Working …

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AGW on The Natural List, Webinar on avoiding medicated feeds, New mag

plus the latest news from AGW farmers eView as Webpage   Dear Dennis, Spring is in full swing, and there’s a lot happening across the AGW community. This newsletter highlights new educational resources—like the latest issue of Sustainable Farming, AGW on a webinar and podcast and certified farmers making headlines. Thanks for the work you …

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Earth Month for the Little Things

    April 14, 2026 | View as Webpage       Every day is a great day to support invertebrates and their habitat⁠—but this upcoming Earth Day on April 22 is a reason to do something extra special. That might look like revamping your garden with the help of our pollinator-friendly native plant lists, taking …

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Don’t Miss Out: Spring 2026 Magazine is Live!

Join Fellow Farmers and Ranchers in Exploring Sustainable Practices. The Spring 2026 issue of AGW's Sustainable Farming magazine is ready to view online. Written for farmers, ranchers, producers 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 …

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Stakeholder Notice: Announcing FY 2026 Priority Countries for America First International Food Assistance Programming

Stakeholder Notice: Announcing FY 2026 Priority Countries for America First International Food Assistance Programming Washington, D.C., April 9, 2026 – Today, the U.S. Department of Agriculture’s Foreign Agricultural Service announced the priority countries for its Food for Progress and McGovern-Dole International Food for Education and Child Nutrition programs for fiscal year 2026. For FY 2026, …

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APHIS Leadership Updates

Dear APHIS Partners and Stakeholders, We are sharing several important leadership updates within the U.S. Department of Agriculture’s Animal and Plant Health Inspection Service (APHIS). Michelle Wenberg Retires as Associate Administrator After 38 years of federal service, Associate Administrator Michelle Wenberg is retiring from APHIS. Ms. Wenberg began as a student intern and went on …

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Find Your Future With Us at USDA’s Animal and Plant Health Inspection Service

We are hiring for a wide range of positions across multiple program areas. Are you ready for a career where your work truly makes a difference? At USDA’s Animal and Plant Health Inspection Service (APHIS), you can find your future with us by joining a mission‑driven team dedicated to protecting the health and value of …

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Foreign Agricultural Service Awards $8.4M to Expand Export Market for U.S. Goods

Foreign Agricultural Service Awards $8.4M to Expand Export Market for U.S. Goods Funds advance market access initiatives that position American agriculture for global growth Washington, D.C., April 2, 2026 – Today, the U.S. Department of Agriculture’s Foreign Agricultural Service announced more than $8.4 million in funding through three proven programs: the Technical Assistance for Specialty …

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