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The U.S. announced this week it seeks new dispute settlement consultations with Canada on its dairy policy - the latest challenge by our nation within the U.S. Mexico Canada Agreement. (Rod Bain and Secretary Tom Vilsack)
The monster winter storm now moving across the country has many farmers and ranchers very concerned. (Gary Crawford and USDA Chief Economist Seth Meyer)
USDA Chief Economist Seth Meyer says much of the nation's winter wheat went into dormancy in poor shape and could be more at risk of damage from wind and severe cold.
A regular study conducted by USDA looks at the economic benefits and export market opportunities created through its Market Access Program and Foreign Market Development Program. (Rod Bain and Foreign Agricultural Service Deputy Administrator Mark Slupek)
One Christmas tree grower in Virginia is urging more farmers, especially new farmers, to get into the Christmas tree business. (Gary Crawford and farmer, Jim Gehlsen)
USDA was among the federal agencies releasing announcements on co-stewardship efforts with tribal nations on federal lands during the White House Tribal Nations Summit Wednesday. (Rod Bain and President Joe Biden)
Agriculture Secretary Tom Vilsack at the White House Tribal Nations Summit, talking about current and pending agreements with tribal nations for co-management of federal lands.
How did a month-over-month decline in what crop producers received for prices for their commodIties impact USDA's latest Agricultural Prices index? (Rod Bain)
A record setting very short-to-short topsoil moisture condition rating for our country is part of the final USDA topsoil moisture condition report for this year. (Rod Bain and USDA meteorologist Brad Rippey)
Make sure your summer dish is remembered for its flavor, not a foodborne illness. Keep these potluck food safety tips from the U.S. Department of Agriculture’s (USDA) Food Safety and Inspection Service (FSIS) in mind.