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WASHINGTON, Feb. 27, 2012--As part of a continuing effort to build a U.S. Department of Agriculture (USDA) that meets the evolving needs of a 21st century agricultural economy, Agriculture Secretary Tom Vilsack today informed Congress that in 90 days he plans to approve consolidation of 131 Farm...

ORLANDO, Fla., Feb. 24, 2012 – Agriculture Secretary Tom Vilsack today met with lenders, public officials, and community leaders in central Florida to encourage eligible homeowners to take advantage of historically low home mortgage rates being offered in Florida and 18 other states through a USDA...

WASHINGTON, February 24, 2012--The U.S. Department of Agriculture has been taking extra steps to meet the needs and ensure the success of some of its most important customers—U.S. exporters. "Overall, U.S. farmers and ranchers are experiencing their best period in history in terms of agricultural...

ARLINGTON, Va., Feb. 23, 2012 - Agriculture Secretary Tom Vilsack kicked off the commemoration of the department's 150th anniversary today at USDA's 2012 Agricultural Outlook Forum titled "Moving Agriculture Forward" with dynamic presenters and panelists who discussed issues impacting agriculture in...

WASHINGTON, Feb. 22, 2012 – Responding to the needs of a growing population of farmers and ranchers living with a disability, the U.S. Department of Agriculture (USDA) today awarded 23 grants to organizations to help thousands of people with disabilities continue their chosen agricultural...

WASHINGTON, Feb. 21, 2012—Agriculture Secretary Tom Vilsack has announced a new conservation initiative to protect up to 750,000 acres of the nation's most highly erodible croplands. Vilsack made the announcement via video to attendees of the National Pheasant Fest and Quail Classic, held Feb. 17-19...

WASHINGTON, Feb. 21, 2012 – As part of the Obama Administration's "We Can't Wait" efforts to strengthen the economy, create jobs and support business growth, Administration officials announced three significant actions to expand the government's purchase of biobased products, promote regional rural...

WASHINGTON, Feb. 17, 2012 – Agriculture Secretary Tom Vilsack today announced that more than $307 million is being distributed to 41 states and Puerto Rico for public schools and roads and specific county programs. "The annual revenue sharing payments are part of the Department of Agriculture's long...

WASHINGTON, February 17, 2012- Agriculture Secretary Tom Vilsack today addressed the House Subcommittee on Agriculture, Rural Development, Food and Drug Administration, and Related Agencies: "Mr. Chairman and distinguished members of this Subcommittee, I appreciate the opportunity to appear before...

WASHINGTON, Feb. 17, 2012 – USDA's Natural Resources Conservation Service (NRCS) Chief Dave White today announced a partnership with the National Fish and Wildlife Foundation (NFWF) to improve water quality, wildlife habitat and soil productivity. The partnership brings together $10 million of NRCS...