NEWS RELEASE Secretary Rollins Targets Invasive Species, Announces Next Steps to Clear the Chesapeake from Harmful Catfish (Washington, D.C., August 6, 2025) – U.S. Secretary of Agriculture Brooke L. Rollins today announced the U.S. Department of Agriculture is making $6 million in grant funding available for seafood processors to expand operations, transform the food supply chain …
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Spotlight Your Farm, AGW Signage and a New Resource on Fertility
plus the latest news from AGW’s family of producers View as Webpage Photo Credit: The Lands at Hillside Farms in Shavertown, PA Dear Dennis, Many are feeling the summer heat, and we hope you are managing alright these days. This week, we’re sharing reminders about spotlighting your farm through AGW communications, AGW signage for your market …
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Only 2 Days left to register! NC-ANA 2025 Farm Tour & Digital Marketing Workshop (August 18-19, 2025)
NC-ANA 2025 SummerFarm TourLOCATION: Tryon International Equestrian Center (Mill Spring, NC)DATES: August 18 – 19, 2025This year, we’ve added a 3-hour Workshop: Digital Marketing Bootcamp: Take Your Digital Marketing to the Next Level on the day after the Farm Tour.SCHEDULE / PRICING:Monday, August 18, 2025 (8:00 AM - 8:00 PM)Farm Tour – $159.00 per personTuesday, August 19, 2025 (9:00 AM …
Deadline July 31!! USDA Accepting Applications for an Agribusiness Trade Mission to Mexico
USDA Accepting Applications for an Agribusiness Trade Mission to Mexico WASHINGTON, July 29, 2025 — The U.S. Department of Agriculture’s Foreign Agricultural Service (FAS) is now accepting applications for its upcoming agribusiness trade mission to Mexico City, Mexico, scheduled for November 3–6. U.S. exporters interested in exploring trade opportunities in Mexico’s dynamic agricultural market must …
Research Funding Awarded for Packaging Innovations to Support American Fresh Produce Exporters
Research Funding Awarded for Packaging Innovations to Support American Fresh Produce Exporters The United States Department of Agriculture’s Foreign Agricultural Service has awarded 22 grants for produce packaging research. To maintain market access and meet emerging foreign packaging requirements, U.S. fruit and vegetable exporters need innovative packaging solutions. These projects address this priority issue for …
Want To Make a Difference for American Agriculture? Come Work for APHIS
APHIS is hiring a Supervisory Veterinary Medical Officer/Biological Scientist. Want To Make a Difference for American Agriculture? Come Work for APHIS The U.S. Department of Agriculture’s (USDA) Animal and Plant Health Inspection Service (APHIS) is hiring a Supervisory Veterinary Medical Officer/Biological Scientist. In this role, you will serve as the Assistant Director of Center for …
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Now Hiring: Biological Science Laboratory Technicians
APHIS is hiring biological science laboratory technicians. Now Hiring: Biological Science Laboratory Technicians The U.S. Department of Agriculture’s (USDA) Animal and Plant Health Inspection Service (APHIS) is hiring Biological Science Laboratory Technicians. We’re seeking qualified candidates based in Ames, IA; Manhattan, KS; and Orient Point, NY. A recruitment or relocation incentive may be offered. In …
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Why Pollinators Need Federal Public Lands
July 23, 2025| View as Webpage About one-third of the United States is public land, an extraordinary national heritage that serves myriad critical functions for people, plants and wildlife. At a time when public funding and policies are rapidly changing, we invite you to learn more about the nexus between …
USDA Advances Trump Administration’s America First Agenda in the Dominican Republic
USDA Advances Trump Administration’s America First Agenda in the Dominican Republic Delegation championed expanded market access, strategic partnerships to strengthen U.S. agribusiness and promote national prosperity WASHINGTON, July 21, 2025 – U.S. Department of Agriculture (USDA) Deputy Under Secretary for Trade and Foreign Agricultural Affairs Michelle Bekkering led a high-level delegation to the Dominican Republic …
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Finding the Funds for your Farm
USDA Programs State representatives will present programs on funding availability for the coming year. Representatives will discuss programs available for landowners, particularly the livestock producer. Discussions include speakers from • USDA (NRCS/FSA) • NC Forestry Service • NC Soil & Water Discusses Benets for Individual Farms • Update on the USDA Farm Bill When: TUESDAY, …
North Carolina Small Farm Association 