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United States Prevails in USMCA Dispute on Biotech Corn
The United States has prevailed in its dispute under the USMCA challenging certain Mexican biotechnology measures concerning GE corn. WASHINGTON,…
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USDA Delivers on Promise to Expand Access to Nutrition Resources in Underserved Communities by Funding Three New Nutrition Hubs
USDA today announced a $4.5 million investment to create three additional USDA Nutrition Hubs. WASHINGTON, Dec. 19, 2024 – The…
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Biden-Harris Administration Connects People and Businesses in Rural Areas to Reliable High-Speed Internet in 18 States
USDA Secretary Tom Vilsack today announced more than $313 million in funding to connect rural residents, farmers and business owners…
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USDA APHIS Shares Update on Seven New States Coming on Board for its National Milk Testing Strategy
Today, the U.S. Department of Agriculture’s (USDA) Animal and Plant Health Inspection Service (APHIS) is announcing the second round of…
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Biden-Harris Administration Continues to Deliver Affordable Clean Energy to Rural Americans as Part of Investing in America Agenda
U.S. Department of Agriculture (USDA) Secretary Tom Vilsack today announced $78.3 million in partially forgivable loans for clean energy projects…
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Biden-Harris Administration announces nearly $335M in grants to support private forestland management and conservation as part of President Biden’s Investing in America Agenda
WASHINGTON, Dec. 11, 2024 — The U.S. Department of Agriculture today announced awards of nearly $335 million to strengthen financial…
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USDA Announces Availability of $1.13 Billion for Local Food Programs
Funding will support states, territories, and Tribes in purchasing and distributing wholesome, locally produced food for food banks, schools, and…
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At White House Tribal Nations Summit, USDA Delivers on Actions to Empower Indian Country
WASHINGTON, Dec. 9, 2024 – U.S. Department of Agriculture (USDA) Secretary Tom Vilsack today announced ways that the Biden-Harris Administration…
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USDA Announces New Federal Order, Begins National Milk Testing Strategy to Address H5N1 in Dairy Herds
New Federal Order Will Require National Milk Testing and Support State Officials and Dairy Regulators; Builds on Actions to Protect…
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USDA Provides Additional Flexibilities to Respond to 2024 Hurricanes, Expedites Emergency Conservation and Disaster Recovery Payments for Producers in Nine States Impacted by Hurricanes in 2016 to 2023
WASHINGTON, Dec. 5, 2024 – Today the U.S. Department of Agriculture (USDA) announced it is taking steps to streamline and…
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