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U.S. Department of Agriculture (USDA) Secretary Tom Vilsack recently signed a Memorandum of Understanding (MOU) with Agriculture Future of America (AFA). The MOU formalizes a partnership designed to prepare more …
USDA and Agriculture Future of America Join Forces to Boost Careers in Agriculture Read More
PENNSYLVANIA — In a unanimous vote on Tuesday, the Pennsylvania Senate passed Senate Bill 721, which seeks to establish a permanent advisory board for the Women, Infants, and Children (WIC) …
Pennsylvania Senate Unanimously Passes Bill for Permanent WIC Advisory Board Read More
U.S. Senators Bob Casey (D-PA), Mike Braun (R-IN), and Debbie Stabenow (D-MI), Chairwoman of the Senate Committee on Agriculture, Nutrition, and Forestry, introduced a bipartisan bill on Tuesday aiming to …
New Bipartisan Legislation Aims to Boost Small Family Foresters, Tackle Climate Change Read More
U.S. Department of Agriculture (USDA) Deputy Secretary Xochitl Torres Small recently announced the strengthening of a longstanding partnership with the Small Business Administration (SBA). The move is intended to create …
ICYMI: USDA and SBA Strengthen Ties to Boost Rural Economy and Job Creation Read More
In a recent announcement, Isabel Casillas Guzman, the Administrator of the U.S. Small Business Administration (SBA), has revealed an enhanced collaboration with the U.S. Department of Agriculture (USDA) aimed at …
SBA and USDA Join Forces to Boost Rural Economy and Job Creation Read More
PENNSYLVANIA — On Tuesday, Agriculture Secretary Russell Redding visited New Bethany Choice Food Pantry in Bethlehem to announce awards of more than $1.6 million to 40 food banks, pantries, shelters, …
PA Dept. of Ag Awards $1.6 Million to 39 Foodbanks, Pantries, and Soup Kitchens Across Pennsylvania Read More
PENNSYLVANIA — Pennsylvania has been awarded over $1 million in federal funds for 11 projects aimed at enhancing the visibility, quality, and competitiveness of the state’s horticultural specialty crops. The …
Pennsylvania Secures $1 Million in Federal Grants to Supercharge Vegetable, Fruit, Nut, and Nursery Crop Sales Read More
PENNSYLVANIA — The Pennsylvania Department of Education (PDE) recently announced the release of federal income eligibility guidelines for free and reduced-price school meals and milk by the United States Department …
New Federal Guidelines for School Meals: Ensuring Access and Support for Students in Pennsylvania Read More
HARRISBURG, PA — The U.S. Attorney’s Office for the Middle District of Pennsylvania announced that Dr. Donald Yorlets, age 68, of New Oxford, Pennsylvania, was sentenced this week to 24 …
Pennsylvania Veterinarian Sentenced for Defrauding U.S. Department of Agriculture Read More
With Super Bowl LVII right around the corner, many of us are gearing up for some friendly competition, delicious snacks, and of course, plenty of beer. But just because you’re …
Super Bowl Food Safety: How to Ensure Your Foods Don’t Fumble Read More