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USDA news on food loss and waste

From food giants making reduction commitments to consumers preferences for food waste solutions, the move to reduce food loss and waste, and increase sustainability, continues. more »

USDA approves $1.2M for navel orangeworm sterile insect technique

Above and beyond initial funding to rear and disperse the moths, the new funding will focus on specific research on impacts to the pistachio and almond industries. more »

USDA Agriculture Outlook Forum Feb. 24-25

The forum will feature a keynote from Agriculture Secretary Vilsack, distinguished panelists, 30 breakout sessions and over 100 allied professionals sharing their perspectives on an array of topics. more »
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Funds include $1.2M for navel orangeworm sterile insect release

USDA is allocating more than $70 million to support projects to strengthen the nation’s infrastructure for pest detection and surveillance, identification, and threat mitigation. more »

Partnership announced to ease port congestion and disrupted shipping services for U.S.-grown commodities

Increased capacity at Port of Oakland continues the Biden-Harris Administration’s Supply Chain Task Force efforts with states and local governments. more »
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USDA announces Agriculture Outlook Forum and new resources

In addition to February's forum, USDA also announced a new food waste and climate change blog, loan programs for supply chains, as well as the EPA's call for food waste reduction research and tools for anaerobic digestion projects. more »

Pandemic support deadline extended for certified organic, transitioning operations

The deadline to apply for 2020 and 2021 eligible expenses is now Feb. 4, 2022. Growers can apply through their local FSA office and can also obtain one-on-one support with applications more »

USDA announces Agricultural Outlook Forum theme and program

The theme – New Paths to Sustainability and Productivity Growth – will focus on innovations minimizing agriculture's environmental footprint while ensuring sustainability and improving yields. more »

$90.2 million in USDA grants awarded to strengthen local and regional markets

The investment involves over 200 projects to explore opportunites for farmers market and local food promotion programs. more »

USDA expands local, electronic communications for California producers

Sent through a single email or text message subscription for free, growers can receive information about loans, disaster assistance, conservation programs, crop insurance, and other programs from their local USDA service centers. more »

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