USDA releases $20M in funding to farmers following federal freeze Funding supports the Environmental Quality Incentive Program, Conservation Stewardship Program and Agricultural Conservation Easement Program. Industry News February 24, 2025 No Comments USDA honors contracts that were already made directly to farmers. Read More
Brooke Rollins confirmed as 33rd secretary of agriculture Clarence Thomas swears in Brooke Rollins. Industry News February 14, 2025 No Comments US Senate confirms Rollins by a vote of 72-to-28. Read More
USDA approves Boehringer Ingelheim aMPV vaccine imports Boehringer Ingelheim imports Nemovac for use in chickens and Aviffa RTI for use in turkeys. Industry News January 30, 2025 No Comments Boehringer Ingelheim's live virus vaccines produced and registered in the European Union help protect US poultry against avian metapneumovirus.Read More
USDA unveils slate of presidential appointments Appointees are selected to implement President Trump’s agenda. Industry News January 22, 2025 No Comments Kailee Tkacz Buller to serve as USDA chief of staff.Read More
USDA seeks board nominations Applications due by Feb. 17, 2025. Industry News January 21, 2025 No Comments USDA opens applications for Cattlemen's Beef Promotion and Research Board and American Lamb Board.Read More
Grant funding supports bison production and marketing Applications must be received by March 26, 2025. Industry News January 17, 2025 No Comments Grant program prioritizes business and resource development.Read More
Key markets push beef exports higher Pork exports remain on record pace. Industry News January 9, 2025 No Comments November exports of US red meat post year-over-year gains across all categories.Read More
USDA forms Growing Climate Solutions Act Advisory Council Council supports the Greenhouse Gas Technical Assistance Provider and Third-Party Verifier Program. Industry News January 8, 2025 No Comments USDA appoints 36 members to serve on the newly formed council.Read More
USDA to purchase livestock, poultry products for food nutrition assistance programs Potential contractors must meet AMS vendor qualification requirements. Industry News January 3, 2025 No Comments USDA seeks chicken, turkey and pork products.Read More
USDA approves importation of live avian metapneumovirus vaccine Vaxxinova Italy brings live avian metapneumovirus vaccine to the United States market. Industry News December 30, 2024 No Comments Vaccine protects against swollen head syndrome in poultry. Read More