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The U.S. Department of Agriculture (USDA), led by Secretary of Agriculture Brooke Rollins, and the Department of Health and Human Services (HHS), led by Secretary Robert F. Kennedy Jr., have jointly announced a major policy shift aimed at improving the nutritional impact of the Supplemental Nutrition Assistance Program (SNAP). Earlier this week, both secretaries signed six new food choice state …
The U.S. Senate Committee on Agriculture, Nutrition, and Forestry has released updated language for its budget reconciliation package, highlighting key policy priorities for Senate Republicans. Committee Chairman John Boozman (R-AR) praised the legislation, describing it as a balanced effort to improve federal nutrition programs and strengthen support for American farmers. Chairman Boozman: A Practical Approach to Reform In a statement …
USDA Delivers $675 Million in Disaster Relief to Florida Agriculture In a major step to support farmers and ranchers across the southeastern United States, U.S. Secretary of Agriculture Brooke Rollins announced the release of $675 million in federal disaster relief funding. This allocation is specifically aimed at assisting agricultural producers in Florida and the broader Southeast who have suffered devastating …
Hurricane Recovery Funding Applauded by State Officials Florida’s agricultural sector is set to receive a major infusion of federal support following consecutive years of devastating hurricanes. Earlier this week, U.S. Secretary of Agriculture Brooke Rollins announced $675 million in federal block grant funding dedicated to aiding Florida’s agricultural producers impacted by the 2023 and 2024 hurricane seasons. Reporting by Dale …
USDA and Florida Partner on $675.9 Million Block Grant U.S. Secretary of Agriculture Brooke Rollins recently visited Florida to meet with agricultural leaders and producers, where she announced major disaster recovery assistance for the state’s farmers. During her visit, Secretary Rollins signed a Block Grant Agreement with the Florida Department of Agriculture and Consumer Services (FDACS) to provide targeted support …
Senate Moves Forward with $27.1 Billion USDA Funding Package The U.S. Senate Committee on Appropriations has advanced the Agriculture, Rural Development, Food and Drug Administration, and Related Agencies Appropriations Act, a bill allocating $27.1 billion in discretionary spending to key U.S. Department of Agriculture (USDA) agencies. According to the National Pork Producers Council (NPPC), the measure is designed to strengthen …
USDA to Deliver $675.9 Million in Relief to Hurricane-Affected Producers U.S. Secretary of Agriculture Brooke Rollins has announced a significant financial aid package to support Florida farmers impacted by recent hurricanes. A total of $675.9 million in disaster relief will be provided through the USDA, targeting losses caused by Hurricanes Idalia, Debbie, Helene, and Milton. Dale Sandlin with Southeast AgNet …
EPA Restructures to Refocus on Core Mission and Science Priorities The Environmental Protection Agency (EPA) has announced a major reduction in force (RIF) as part of its broader restructuring strategy, marking a significant shift in the agency’s approach to science, research, and regulatory support. This realignment is projected to save $748.8 million and will primarily affect the Office of Research …
Florida Agriculture Commissioner Wilton Simpson praised the $675.9 million block grant agreement as a critical lifeline for the state’s producers, who faced more than $3 billion in agricultural losses across the 2023 and 2024 hurricane seasons due to Hurricanes Idalia, Debby, Helene, and Milton. “Florida’s producers have endured back-to-back devastating hurricane seasons, and this funding is a major victory that …
Secretary Rollins Confirms Major Disaster Assistance for Florida Agriculture Block Grant Agreement to Address Citrus, Timber, Infrastructure, and Market Losses (USDA/Washington, D.C./July 21, 2025) – In a major move to support hurricane-stricken agricultural producers, U.S. Secretary of Agriculture Brooke L. Rollins announced $675.9 million in disaster assistance for Florida farmers during a visit with state agricultural leaders. The funding will …
