Archive for September 2021
U.S. Department of Agriculture Announces Key Staff
WASHINGTON, September 30, 2021 – The U.S. Department of Agriculture today announced the names of individuals who will hold key staff positions in Washington, D.C. Linda Delgado was appointed Senior…
Read MoreAgriculture Secretary Applauds Research Efforts in Blocking Spread of African Swine Fever Virus
WASHINGTON, Sept. 30, 2021 – Agriculture Secretary Tom Vilsack today applauded research and protection efforts underway at the U.S. Department of Agriculture’s (USDA) Agricultural Research Service (ARS) and Animal and…
Read MoreUSDA Announces $3 Billion Investment in Agriculture, Animal Health, and Nutrition; Unveils New Climate Partnership Initiative, Requests Public Input
Comprehensive Package of Investments Targets Urgent Challenges Facing Agriculture Today WASHINGTON, September 29, 2021 – Agriculture Secretary Tom Vilsack today announced a comprehensive set of investments to address challenges facing…
Read MoreSeven Factors that Drive the U.S. Dollar-British Pound Rate
Low Expectations for High Interest Rates
USDA Assists Farmers, Ranchers, and Communities Affected by Hurricane Ida
WASHINGTON, September 27, 2021 – Agriculture Secretary Tom Vilsack has directed the U.S. Department of Agriculture (USDA) to aid recovery efforts for farmers, ranchers and residents affected by Hurricane Ida.…
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USDA Announces Intent to Establish an Equity Commission, Solicits Nominations for Membership
WASHINGTON, September 24, 2021 — The U.S. Department of Agriculture (USDA) today announced it will establish an Equity Commission and is requesting nominations for membership on the Equity Commission Advisory…
Read MoreUSDA Takes Significant Steps to Build More Sustainable, Resilient and Inclusive Food Systems
WASHINGTON, Sept. 23, 2021 – At the United Nations Food Systems Summit this week, the U.S. Department of Agriculture highlighted $5 billion in planned investments and several steps it has…
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