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USDA Selects 2013 Class of Garza Fellows
The U.S. Department of Agriculture has selected 10 individuals to be a part of the 2013 E. Kika De La Garza Fellowship Program. The fellows represent staff, faculty and administrators at Hispanic-Serving Institutions (HSI) from across the nation. HSIs are … Continue reading
Applications Sought for Grants to Support Small, Socially Disadvantaged Producers
USDA is seeking applications from cooperatives to provide technical assistance to small and socially disadvantage agricultural producers in rural areas. Grants up to $200,000 will be awarded by the USDA Rural Development’s Small, Socially Disadvantaged Producer Grant program to jump … Continue reading
The USDA Farmers Market is Officially Open
Tropical Storm Andrea didn’t wash out the official opening of the USDA Farmers Market on Friday as more than 200 people gathered inside the Whitten Building to witness the ringing of the bell. This year marks the 18th season of … Continue reading
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Rep. Terri Sewell Promotes USDA StrikeForce Initiative in Alabama
By Vicki Lane, Public Affairs Specialist, Alabama Farm Service Agency U.S. Representative Terri Sewell (D-Ala.), joined USDA agency leaders and others at a meeting of the StrikeForce for Rural Growth and Opportunity in Alabama this month. Approximately 90 citizens and community-based … Continue reading
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USDA Seeks Nominations for Minority Farmers Advisory Committee
The U.S. Department of Agriculture is looking for members to serve on the Minority Farmers Advisory Committee to provide direction to the Secretary on issue affecting socially disadvantaged farmers and ranchers. The committee considers strategies, policies, and programs that enhance … Continue reading
USDA Announces New Initiatives to Boost Organic Agriculture
Agriculture Secretary Tom Vilsack announced several new initiatives this week to help organic producers. During a speech to the Organic Trade Association, Vilsack said federal crop insurance will increase coverage options for organic producers, including a contract price addendum and … Continue reading
Report: Multiple Factors Play Role in Honey Bee Decline
Multiple factors are playing a part in the decline of honey bee colonies, according to a report released this week by the U.S. Department of Agriculture and the Environmental Protection Agency. Based on the report, parasites and diseases, genetics, poor … Continue reading
Backyard Farmers Make Chicken Diapers, Other Accessories Chic
Chicken diapers and saddles are becoming a multimillion dollar industry. As more urban households embrace backyard chicken coups, online stores are cropping up selling everything from poultry lingerie to chicken caviar. Based on a report from the U.S. Department of … Continue reading
Couple Grows Next Generation of Farmers
Alex and Betsy Hitts have done more than just farm for the past 32 years. They have mentored and trained the next generation of farmers. What’s notable is that they have had more trainees transition to operating their own farm … Continue reading
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