Archive for June 2021
USDA Releases Study on Hurdles to Healthy Eating on SNAP
WASHINGTON, June 23, 2021 – Nearly nine out of 10 Supplemental Nutrition Assistance Program (SNAP) participants face barriers in providing their household with a healthy diet throughout the month, based…
Read MoreUSDA Invests $185 Million to Improve Rural Community Facilities and Essential Services in 32 States
Funding will Help Provide Rural Health Care, Emergency Response Services and Long-Term Disaster Recovery WASHINGTON, June 23, 2021 – United States Department of Agriculture (USDA) Deputy Under Secretary for Rural…
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USDA Invests $55.2 million in Grants to Increase Capacity and Expand Access in Meat and Poultry Inspection Operations
WASHINGTON, June 21, 2021 – The U.S. Department of Agriculture (USDA) today announced $55.2 million in competitive grant funding available through the new Meat and Poultry Inspection Readiness Grant (MPIRG)…
Read MoreAgriculture Secretary Tom Vilsack Issues USDA Proclamation Recognizing National Pollinator Week
WASHINGTON, June 21, 2021 – Today, Agriculture Secretary Tom Vilsack issued a United States Department of Agriculture (USDA) proclamation to recognize the designation of the week of June 21 –…
Read MoreLed by USDA, U.S. to Join Global School Meals Coalition
WASHINGTON, June 21, 2021 – Led by the U.S. Department of Agriculture, the United States is joining a global coalition focused on improving the nutrition, health, and education of vulnerable…
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Statement by Agriculture Secretary Tom Vilsack on the Intent to Nominate Representative Xochitl Torres Small to Serve as Under Secretary for Rural Development
Release & Contact Info Statement Release No. 0138.21 Contact: USDA PressEmail: press@usda.gov WASHINGTON, June 18, 2021 – “Representative Xochitl Torres Small’s nomination to serve as Under Secretary for Rural Development…
Read MoreStatement from Agriculture Secretary Tom Vilsack on Organic Livestock and Poultry Practices Final Rule
Release & Contact Info Statement Release No. 0137.21 Contact: USDA PressEmail: press@usda.gov WASHINGTON, June 17, 2021 – Agriculture Secretary Tom Vilsack released the following statement today in regard to the…
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