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Farmers everywhere are facing significant challenges related…
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USDA Seeks Information on Biofuel Feedstock Production Using Climate-Smart Practices
USDA is seeking information from the public on procedures for…
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Colorado Supports Producers’ Non-Lethal Predator Deterrent Efforts
The Colorado Department of Agriculture and Colorado Parks and…
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Report Identifies Needs of California’s Organic Sector
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USDA Unveils Rural Energy Resource Guide
USDA has unveiled a new rural energy resource guide that will…
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Online Tool Consolidates Water-Management Case Studies
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Global Climate-Smart Agriculture Research Efforts Receive Funding
AgMission™, a global initiative co-founded by the Foundation…
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New Program to Increase Access to Healthy Foods in Underserved Communities
USDA and Reinvestment Fund are launching the Food Access and…
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USDA Proposes Rule to Promote Fair Competition in Meat and Poultry Markets
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Videos Educate Growers on Clean Grapevines
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New Lettuce Lines Offer Improved Disease and Pest Resistance
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