USDA Seeks Public Input on New International Ag Education Program WASHINGTON, Feb. 10, 2020 – The U.S. Department of Agriculture (USDA) is seeking public input to help inform planning and programming decisions for the new International Agricultural Education Fellowship Program. The program, which was authorized by Congress in the 2018 Farm Bill, will provide fellowships …

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The USDA-NRCS Golden Meadow Plant Materials Center evaluated two species of Crotalaria adaptable to southern Louisiana. Sunn Hemp and Red Hemp exhibited similar growth characteristics in normal rainfall years, but Red Hemp out performed Sunn Hemp in water logged conditions. You are subscribed to HQ Plants for USDA Natural Resources Conservation Service. This information has …

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USDA Recruiting U.S. Exporters for Trade Mission to the Philippines WASHINGTON, Feb. 6, 2020 – Exporters of U.S. farm and food products will have an opportunity to explore new business opportunities in the Philippines during a U.S. Department of Agriculture (USDA) agribusiness trade mission to Manila April 20-23. Individuals interested in participating must apply to …

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Farmers: Advocate for Climate Change ACTION View this email in your browser Dear Nahid, Happy New Year! I hope you had a fantastic holiday season and were able to get some much-needed rest and relaxation! As you start planning the 2020 growing season, I would like to remind you that CFSA staff can help you …

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USDA Still Recruiting U.S. Exporters for Trade Mission to the Philippines WASHINGTON, Jan. 23, 2020 – Exporters of U.S. farm and food products will have an opportunity to explore new business opportunities in the Philippines during a U.S. Department of Agriculture (USDA) agribusiness trade mission to Manila April 20-23. Individuals interested in participating must apply …

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January Tales from the Field January 2020 Find Greener Food Choices Near You With Our New Online Directory Thank you to every single person who supported our Giving Tuesday campaign by giving generously and by helping to spread the word on social media. Thanks to each of you, we met our goal of $10,000 to …

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Salt-affected soils represent thousands of acres and millions of dollars in lost revenue in the northwestern United States. PMCs throughout the northwest are taking on this challenge by developing salt-tolerant plant releases that are better adapted to these harsh environments. You are subscribed to HQ Plants for USDA Natural Resources Conservation Service. This information has …

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USDA Recruiting U.S. Exporters for Trade Mission to the Philippines WASHINGTON, Jan. 23, 2020 – Exporters of U.S. farm and food products will have an opportunity to explore new business opportunities in the Philippines during a U.S. Department of Agriculture (USDA) agribusiness trade mission to Manila April 20-23. Individuals interested in participating must apply to …

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