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New direction is set fo U.S. agriculture
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Sustainable and regenerative agriculture will play major roles at the U.S. Department of Agriculture.
Ag coalition urges more focus on water infrastructure in Biden proposal
Groups highlight need for more water investment in Biden infrastructure proposal.
USDA Pandemic Assistance
USDA reopens program signup to a larger share of producers with plans to expand outreach.
Money Growth
The U.S. Department of Agriculture (USDA) announced an $11.5 million research investment.
Katherine Tai
Supported by numerous ag groups, Katherine Tai has experience working with China.
Sonny Perdue
Sonny Perdue served as the United States Secretary of Agriculture from 2017 to 2021.
With the passage of the Infrastructure Investment and Jobs Act by the U.S. House of Representatives on Friday, Nov. 4, ag industry organizations are reacting to the legislation and its anticipated impact on the industry.
Bill aims to provide a compromise solution to the H-2A agricultural guestworker program.
PPP Loan
Coalition urges Congress to work with Small Business Administration on PPP eligibility.
Farm policy
Group adds 14 new groups to its Steering Committee focused on developing policy proposals.
Snow on farm
USDA staff are prepared with a variety of program flexibilities and other assistance.