The latest news from the agricultural sector
2024-08-01
Biden-Harris Administration Invests Up to $400 Million to Address Drought, Conserve Water through Production of Water-Saving Commodities
Agriculture Secretary Tom Vilsack announced the U.S. Department of Agriculture (USDA) will invest $400 million with at least 18 irrigation districts to help farmers continue commodity production while... Read more
2024-08-01
USDA, USTR Name New Agricultural Trade Advisors
Agriculture Secretary Tom Vilsack and U.S. Trade Representative Katherine Tai today announced the appointment or reappointment of 55 members to serve on seven agricultural trade advisory committees. Read more
2024-08-01
Elizabeth Lower-Basch: Closing the Gap to Nutrition for Families
Growing up in a diverse community in Manhattan, USDA Equity Commission’s Elizabeth Lower-Basch understood the importance of civil rights, unions, and equity at a young age. Inspired by her upbringing,... Read more
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2024-08-01
WHAT THEY ARE SAYING: Leaders Across the Country Praise Biden-Harris Administration Actions to Provide Financial Assistance to Farmers Who Experienced Discrimination
On Wednesday, July 31, the Biden-Harris Administration announced it has issued payments to eligible applicants under the Inflation Reduction Act’s Discrimination Financial Assistance Program (DFAP).... Read more
2024-07-31
What would happen if all humans went vegan?
If everyone gave up animal products at once, what would that mean for us and the planet? How realistic is a world without packaged meat, leather shoes or soap? And what would happen to our farm... Read more
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2024-07-31
Report Examines How Corporate Lobbying Influences Farm Bill
A recent UCS report finds that through lobbying and campaign donations, Big Ag has the largest financial influence over the Food and Farm Bill. Read more
2024-07-31
Biden-Harris Administration Issues Financial Assistance to More than 43,000 Farmers, Ranchers, and Forest Landowners through the Inflation Reduction Act’s Discrimination Financial Assistance Program
The Biden-Harris Administration today announced it has issued payments to eligible applicants under the Inflation Reduction Act’s Discrimination Financial Assistance Program (DFAP), which aims to... Read more
2024-07-31
U.S. Department of Agriculture Announces Key Staff Appointments and Promotions
WASHINGTON, July 31, 2024 – The U.S. Department of Agriculture (USDA) today announced the names of individuals who hold senior staff positions in Washington, D.C. Carlton Bridgeforth has been... Read more
2024-07-31
1890 Scholar Helps Others Recover from Natural Disasters as Loan Specialist with USDA Rural Development
Dominique Smith recently graduated from Tennessee State University with a bachelor’s degree in agricultural sciences with a concentration in agribusiness. She recently accepted a permanent position... Read more
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2024-07-30
Rice farmers in Philippines battle drought
The El Nino weather pattern has led to significant agricultural losses in the Philippines, with rice farmers and their families struggling to make ends meet. Read more
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2024-07-30
Gambia: Women explore sustainable oyster farming
Gambian women are benefiting from sustainable oyster harvesting, thanks to an international project. Their ingenious tidal river farm reduces pressure on the mangrove ecosystem and is much safer for... Read more
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2024-07-30
IPES-Food Report: Territorial Markets Empower Resilience
Discover how IPES-Food's groundbreaking report advocates for resilient food systems through empowering territorial markets. Read more