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Addressing a Critical Shortage The U.S. Department of Agriculture (USDA) recently announced new efforts to strengthen the availability of food animal veterinarians in rural areas. U.S. Secretary of Agriculture Brooke Rollins unveiled the initiative, which includes an additional $15 million in funding through the USDA’s Veterinary Medicine Loan Repayment Program. This expansion comes at a time when shortages of food …
USDA Announces Commitment to Expand Rural Food Animal Veterinarians U.S. Secretary of Agriculture Brooke Rollins made a significant announcement last week in Mississippi regarding the shortage of rural food animal veterinarians across the United States. Recognizing the critical role veterinarians play in supporting rural America’s farmers and ranchers, the USDA is launching initiatives to expand the veterinary workforce in rural …
USDA Forecasts Higher Milk Production for 2025 and 2026 The U.S. Department of Agriculture (USDA) has released its latest projections for milk production in 2025 and 2026, signaling continued growth in the U.S. dairy industry. According to World Agricultural Outlook Board Chairman Mark Jekanowski, updated milk production reports and key economic factors have driven the USDA to raise both near- …
Dairy Checkoff Launches “First 1,000 Days” Campaign to Promote Early Brain Development The Dairy Checkoff is focusing on the earliest and most crucial stage of human development with the launch of its “First 1,000 Days” campaign, a science-based initiative that underscores the essential role of dairy in brain growth and cognitive development from conception to a child’s second birthday. This …
USDA Expands Fight Against New World Screwworm with $750M Texas Facility The U.S. Department of Agriculture (USDA) is ramping up its battle against the reemergence of the New World screwworm, a dangerous pest threatening livestock across the southern U.S. border. In a major announcement last week, U.S. Secretary of Agriculture Brooke Rollins detailed the expansion of the USDA’s five-pronged plan …
Florida Commissioner Urges Support for Florida Dairy Farmers, Highlights Safety of Pasteurized Milk Florida Commissioner of Agriculture Wilton Simpson is urging residents to choose pasteurized milk products from Florida Dairy Farmers, following a recent health update from the Florida Department of Health regarding illnesses linked to raw milk. As concerns rise over raw milk safety, Commissioner Simpson emphasized the importance …
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 Forecasts Stronger U.S. Milk Output and Price Adjustments The U.S. Department of Agriculture (USDA) has released its latest milk product class and price forecast for 2025 and 2026, offering new insights into the dairy sector’s economic trajectory. According to World Agricultural Outlook Board Chair Mark Jekanowski, the outlook includes significant upward revisions in production and modest shifts in commodity …
During the House Agriculture Committee hearing last week, US Secretary of Agriculture Brooke Rollins shared the details of the Department’s actions in response to New World Screwworm. In response to a question from Representative Ronny Jackson of Texas, the Secretary provided details of the efforts with Mexico and the benchmarks the USDA is considering in relaxing the border closure Secretary …
The US Secretary of Agriculture Brooke Rollins addressed the seriousness of the potential devastating impacts of the New World Screwworm to US cattle herds in a legislative hearing last week. During the House Committee on Agriculture hearing last week, Secretary Rollins was asked several times about the impact of the New World Screwworm and the department’s response to the pest. …
