Category Archives: Regional Posts

Hempstead, Nevada County FSA Finds New Home

Posted on March 22, 2010 by tanya brown

The Hempstead and Nevada County Farm Service Agency office in Hope, Ark., has a new home. The facility recently moved to a new 13,050 square foot building that not only will house FSA staff, but also members of the Rural … Continue reading →

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Green Cuisine Reigns Supreme at Minnesota State Office

Posted on March 18, 2010 by tanya brown

In the sage words of Kermit the Frog, “It’s not easy being green,” unless of course you are in St. Paul, Minn. on St. Patrick’s Day. While the city and state prepared for the annual St. Patrick’s Day parade, staff … Continue reading →

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South Carolina Ag Officials Discuss Ways to Expand Exports

Posted on March 17, 2010 by tanya brown

Members of the South Carolina agriculture industry recently met with Foreign Agricultural Service Administrator John D. Brewer and South Carolina Farm Service Agency State Executive Director Laurie C. Lawson, to come up with ideas on how to expand the export … Continue reading →

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Farm and Gin Show Provides Platform for Producers

Posted on March 4, 2010 by tanya brown

The Farm Service Agency was one of several USDA agencies that participated in the largest farm show in the South. Philip Coleman, Shelby County executive director, along with other staff members, volunteered to answer questions. This year’s 58th Mid-South Farm … Continue reading →

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Golden State Tour Shows ARRA Funds at Work

Posted on March 3, 2010 by tanya brown

  FSA Administrator Jonathan Coppess with Matt and Lilly Schneider of Shooting Star Community Supported Agriculture   Still traveling in the Golden State on Tuesday as part of a weeklong tour of California, FSA Administrator Jonathan Coppess not only saw a diversification … Continue reading →

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Bee Keepers Learn Importance of FSA Programs

Posted on February 26, 2010 by tanya brown

Representatives from the Farm Service Agency addressed bee keepers in Alabama last week during the Marshall County Bee Keepers monthly association meeting to inform them of programs available through FSA.   Zachary Burns, county executive director and Angela Jones, program … Continue reading →

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FSA Showcases Programs at Nation’s Largest Farm Show

Posted on February 25, 2010 by tanya brown

The Farm Service Agency showcased its programs to more than 300,000 people this month during the 45th Annual National Farm Machinery Show in Kentucky. Dubbed the largest indoor farm show in the nation, FSA was one of nearly 850 exhibitors … Continue reading →

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Clean Energy, Ag Education Tops Rhode Island Job Forum Discussion

Posted on February 25, 2010 by tanya brown

  Clean energy production and improving agriculture through education were several solutions Rhode Island residents said could help improve job growth in the state during a jobs forum held last month.  

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Love of Ag Motivates County Committee Member to Serve Another Year

Posted on February 24, 2010 by tanya brown

David Lueck wanted to give something back to the one thing that has been consistent in his family — agriculture. That is why he decided to run for re-election to the Lafayette County FSA Committee in Missouri, and it is … Continue reading →

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Mississippi State Committee Holds First Meeting

Posted on February 22, 2010 by tanya brown

The Mississippi State Committee recently held its first meeting, which serves as an orientation session to bring members up-to-date on Farm Service Agency programs and ongoing activities.

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