The latest news from the agricultural sector
2022-11-09
Pre-Solicitation Announcement for CCC Purchase of Fresh Apples, Pears, Potatoes, and Mixed Fresh Produce Boxes
The U.S. Department of Agriculture (USDA) today announced plans to purchase Fresh Apples, Pears, Potatoes, and Mixed Fresh Produce Boxes for distribution to various food nutrition assistance programs.... Read more
2022-11-09
Dispatch from COP27: Wednesday, Nov. 9
'We're calling this conference #FoodCOP27 because...this conference is recognizing the power of food systems in addressing climate change.' Read more
2022-11-08
USDA Takes Steps to Support Food Sovereignty with the Wyandotte Nation
The U.S. Department of Agriculture’s (USDA) Agricultural Marketing Service (AMS) today announced it has signed a cooperative agreement with the Wyandotte Nation under the Local Food Purchase... Read more
2022-11-08
Pre-Solicitation Announcement for CCC Purchase of Canned and Dry Edible Beans
The U.S. Department of Agriculture (USDA) today announced plans to purchase Dark Red Kidney Beans Can-24/300 & Navy Beans Dry Pkg 12/2 LB for distribution to various food nutrition assistance... Read more
2022-11-08
AMS Announces Plans to Amend the U.S. Standards for Soybeans
The U.S. Department of Agriculture (USDA) Agricultural Marketing Service (AMS) today announced that the Federal Grain and Inspection Service (FGIS) will publish a proposed rule seeking public comment... Read more
2022-11-08
Pre-Solicitation Announcement for American Agriculture Feeds Kids and Families Acquisition
The U.S. Department of Agriculture (USDA) today announced plans to purchase a variety of protein items to support
activities to feed kids and families. Potential materials may include dairy, meat,... Read more
2022-11-07
USDA Takes Steps to Support Food Sovereignty with the Shingle Springs Band of Miwok Indians
The U.S. Department of Agriculture’s (USDA) Agricultural Marketing Service (AMS) today announced it has signed a cooperative agreement with the Shingle Springs Band of Miwok Indians under the Local... Read more
2022-11-07
USDA Poultry Purchase Program Announced
The U.S. Department of Agriculture (USDA) today announced plans to purchase poultry products for the National School Lunch Program and other Federal food nutrition assistance programs. Read more
2022-11-07
Pre-Solicitation Announcement for the Purchase of Dried Fruit (CCC)
The U.S. Department of Agriculture (USDA) today announced plans to purchase Dried Tart Cherries for distribution to various food nutrition assistance programs. Purchases will be made under the... Read more
2022-11-07
New Reports Make the Case for Food Systems as a Climate Solution
Leading researchers are helping prioritize food systems at the COP27 discussions in Sharm El Sheikh, Egypt, with groundbreaking new reports. Read more
2022-11-07
Foodservice Wages Are on the Ballot in Portland, ME
A ballot measure in Portland, ME to determine whether to end the subminimum wages and raise tipped wages in the restaurant industry and beyond. Read more
2022-11-05
Increasing Resilience in the Face of the Climate Crisis
The trend of food price volatility and ensuing food insecurity is likely a sign of things to come under a new climate reality. Read more