The U.S. Department of Agriculture (USDA) has announced new requirements for states to provide complete access to records related to the Supplemental Nutrition Assistance Program (SNAP). This action ...

The U.S. Department of Agriculture (USDA) will soon begin accepting applications for a $20.5 billion disaster relief program to assist farmers affected by natural disasters in 2023 and 2024. USDA ...

Dr. Joji Muramoto, a leading researcher in organic agriculture, has received the 2025 Eric Bradford and Charlie Rominger Agricultural Sustainability Leadership Award from the Agricultural ...

Governor Tony Evers has announced the reappointment of Cindy Brown and the appointment of Andy Hatch to the Wisconsin Department of Agriculture, Trade and Consumer Protection (DATCP) Board, both ...

In addition to trade restrictions, logistical challenges present another hurdle. Current vaccines require multiple injections per bird. With over 375 million egg-laying birds in the U.S., ...

During May and early June, small yellow planes will spray Bacillus thuringiensis var. kurstaki (Btk) over treetops in targeted areas. This natural soil bacteria effectively kills spongy moth ...

Researchers funded by the U.S. National Science Foundation have developed a reusable sponge that helps clean stormwater by trapping valuable minerals like zinc, copper, and phosphate.

The U.S. Department of Agriculture (USDA) is undergoing major staff and budget changes. More than 15,000 USDA employees will exit under a Deferred Resignation Program, and the administration has ...

The Vermont Agency of Agriculture, Food and Markets (VAAFM), in partnership with the U.S. Department of Agriculture (USDA), has awarded more than $3 million in Resilient Food Systems Infrastructure ...

Wisconsin held its position as the top cheese-producing state in the U.S. for 2024, contributing 25% of the nation's total cheese output. The state produced a remarkable 1.02 billion pounds of ...

Two leading ramen chains in Japan are now featuring underutilized U.S. pork cuts in their dishes, creating new demand for American pork thanks to the U.S. Meat Export Federation (USMEF). This effort ...

The Maryland Department of Agriculture is offering financial incentives for tree planting under the 5 million Trees Program. These efforts support farmers in boosting income, improving soil and herd ...