In the five years since the Deepwater Horizon oil spill, farmers, ranchers and forest managers in Alabama and other Gulf Coast states have partnered with USDA to voluntarily help Gulf of Mexico ecosystems recover. Download Audio Sponsored ContentFlorida Senator Shares Origins of Florida Cattle Enhancement BoardNovember 14, 2025CIR Agriculture Harvester ProductsNovember 8, 2025Florida Cattle Enhancement Board Plays Critical Role To …
With USDA Assistance, Private Landowners Play Pivotal Role Aiding Gulf Recovery
From the U.S. Department of Agriculture: WASHINGTON, April 20, 2015 – In the five years since the Deepwater Horizon oil spill, America’s farmers, ranchers and forest managers have partnered with the U.S. Department of Agriculture (USDA) to voluntarily help Gulf of Mexico ecosystems recover. Their proven conservation efforts on private lands have helped clean and conserve water, restore habitat and …
USDA Video: USDA Week In Review April 17
A weekly look at some of the events and activities at the U.S. Department of Agriculture. In this edition of USDA Week In Review, conservation in California, the pest and disease threat, and pretty plants and flowers seven days a week. For more information go to: www.usda.gov www.ars.usda.gov www.fsis.usda.gov www.rd.usda.gov www.flickr.com/photos/usdagov Sponsored ContentFlorida Senator Shares Origins of Florida Cattle Enhancement …
$2 Million UF/IFAS Study to Focus on Antibiotic Resistance
From the University of Florida/IFAS: GAINESVILLE, Fla. — A University of Florida scientist will try to figure out how antibiotic-resistant microorganisms get into cattle. Another will study how to get tomatoes and strawberries to retain their flavors and last longer. The two vastly different questions will be the focus of separate studies led by UF Institute of Food and Agricultural …
Statement from Agriculture Secretary Tom Vilsack on the Introduction of Legislation to Support Trade Promotion Authority
WASHINGTON, April 16, 2015 — Agriculture Secretary Tom Vilsack today released the following statement: “U.S. agriculture applauds the introduction of Trade Promotion Authority legislation today. We look for quick action by Congress to provide the President with the authority to pursue agreements that open markets for America’s farmers, ranchers and agribusiness. Over 70 organizations representing America’s farmers and ranchers support …
NPPC Welcomes Legislation To Renew TPA
From the National Pork Producers Council: WASHINGTON, D.C., April 16, 2015 – Calling it imperative for finalizing free trade agreements that boost U.S. exports and create U.S. jobs, the National Pork Producers Council welcomed today’s introduction of bipartisan legislation granting the president trade promotion authority (TPA) and urged its quick approval by Congress. Sponsored ContentFlorida Senator Shares Origins of Florida …
Accepting ACEP Applications in Alabama
Steve Musser, assistant state conservationist with the U.S. Department of Agriculture’s Natural Resources Conservation Service in Alabama, wants landowners to know applications are being accepted now through May 15 for the Agricultural Conservation Easement Program (ACEP). Download Audio Sponsored ContentFlorida Senator Shares Origins of Florida Cattle Enhancement BoardNovember 14, 2025CIR Agriculture Harvester ProductsNovember 8, 2025Florida Cattle Enhancement Board Plays Critical …
New Florida USDA Service Center Open in Jay
Jay, Florida is the new home for USDA’s Natural Resources Conservation Service in Santa Rosa County, and District Conservationist Trent Mathews wants farmers to know they are open for business. Download Audio Sponsored ContentFlorida Senator Shares Origins of Florida Cattle Enhancement BoardNovember 14, 2025CIR Agriculture Harvester ProductsNovember 8, 2025Florida Cattle Enhancement Board Plays Critical Role To Extend ResearchNovember 7, 2025Florida …
Chairman Conaway Supports Bipartisan Bill to Repeal Death Tax
By a vote of 240 to 179, the U.S. House of Representatives today passed H.R. 1105, the Death Tax Repeal Act of 2015. From the House Committee on Agriculture: Today, House Agriculture Committee Chairman K. Michael Conaway (R-TX) issued the following statement after the U.S. House of Representatives passed H.R. 1105, the Death Tax Repeal Act of 2015, authored by …
UF Veterinary College Launches Groundbreaking Scholarship Initiative
In an effort to reverse the troubling trend of steadily increasing veterinary medical student debt, the University of Florida College of Veterinary Medicine has launched an ambitious scholarship initiative with the goal of rapidly increasing annual scholarship awards. Download Audio Sponsored ContentFlorida Senator Shares Origins of Florida Cattle Enhancement BoardNovember 14, 2025CIR Agriculture Harvester ProductsNovember 8, 2025Florida Cattle Enhancement Board …