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USDA 1890 National Scholars Program and USDA Liaisons Prepare Students for Their Future Careers

December 15, 2023 Melissa Blair, Public Affairs Specialist, USDA Office of Partnerships and Public Engagement

Arionne Patterson has come a long way since learning about the U.S. Department of Agriculture’s (USDA) 1890 National Scholars Program during a presentation hosted at her high school in Fresno, California. As a result of pursing her agricultural dreams and the USDA 1890 National Scholars Program...

Equity Initiatives

Registration Now Open for Fourth Meeting of the 2025 Dietary Guidelines Advisory Committee

December 12, 2023 HHS Office of Disease Prevention and Health Promotion, USDA Food and Nutrition Service

As part of its ongoing work, the 2025 Dietary Guidelines Advisory Committee will hold its next public meeting on January 19, 2024, from 8:30 a.m. to 3:00 p.m. ET. Convened jointly by the U.S. Departments of Health and Human Services and Agriculture, the committee will hear updates from each...

Food and Nutrition Health and Safety Nutrition Security Research and Science

Discovering Alternative Careers in Agriculture through the E. Kika de la Garza Fellowship

December 08, 2023 Marquita Bady, Public Affairs Specialist, USDA Office of Partnerships and Public Engagement

A longtime biology instructor at Yakima Valley College (YVC) in Washington state, Claire Carpenter works with YVC students throughout their undergraduate research. She has led small summer research projects and was interested in bringing more agriculture into both those projects and her classes.

Equity Initiatives Research and Science

Can I Grow Here? Helping Urban and Innovative Growers Navigate Local Policies

December 07, 2023 Nina Bhattacharyya, USDA Office of Urban Agriculture and Innovative Production

When farming in urban environments, whether in-ground or using innovative production, one of the biggest challenges can be navigating local statutes, zoning, permitting and land use regulations. For growers, understanding legal access to land and water, as well as local policies is critical.

Farming

10 Holiday Recipes That Won’t Break the Bank

December 06, 2023 Renée Benson, Public Affairs Specialist, USDA Office of Communications

The holiday season is a time for joy, celebration and delicious food! Celebrating the holidays on a budget does not mean sacrificing flavor or tradition. With a little ingenuity, you can create delicious, festive meals that celebrate the spirit of the season without compromising on flavor or...

Food and Nutrition Health and Safety Research and Science Equity

USDA’s National Agricultural Statistics Service Hosts Japan-U.S. Exchange

December 06, 2023 Sarah Hoffman, Director, NASS International Programs Office

If you are involved in the agriculture sector, you probably know about USDA’s National Agricultural Statistics Service (NASS). NASS is recognized as a world leader in the field of agricultural statistics, and their reliable and timely data show the most accurate picture of agriculture in America and...

Research and Science

Enjoy Stress-Free Holidays with Nutrition.gov’s New Healthy Resources

December 04, 2023 Courtney Thompson, Technical Information Specialist (Nutrition.gov), National Agricultural Library

December is a festive time of year with twinkling lights, fresh baked goods and meaningful get-togethers with our loved ones. However, planning menus that meet guests’ dietary restrictions, sticking within your holiday budget, and ensuring safe food practices, can be overwhelming. That’s why...

Food and Nutrition Health and Safety Research and Science

Toni Stanger-McLaughlin: Highlighting Tribal Nations and Indigenous Foods during Native American Heritage Month

November 30, 2023 Cecilia Hernandez, Designated Federal Officer, USDA Equity Commission

November is Native American Heritage Month. This is a time to celebrate Native American history and culture while also exploring the ongoing contributions, achievements, and hardships of Native people in the United States. This month’s theme, Indigenous Foods: The Intersection Between Land, Food...

Equity Initiatives

2501 Grant Enhances Food Sovereignty Among Native Communities

November 30, 2023 Joyce El Kouarti, Communications Director, Office of Partnerships and Public Engagement

Since 2017, FEED 7 Generations has worked to improve the health and wellness of Native people in the Pacific Northwest.

Equity Initiatives

Grateful to Serve U.S. Agriculture Through Data and Statistics

November 28, 2023 Alexandra Nseir, USDA NASS Public Affairs Specialist

The holiday season and end of the year is a time for gratitude, reflection and hopes for the upcoming year. At USDA’s National Agricultural Statistics Service (NASS), we are thankful for the opportunity to serve the American public with statistical integrity and are looking ahead to continuing that...

Research and Science