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USDA Encourages Ag Producers, Residents to Prepare for Tropical Storms Marco and Laura

WASHINGTON, August 24, 2020 - The U.S. Department of Agriculture (USDA) reminds communities, farmers and ranchers, families and small businesses in the path of Tropical Storms Marco and Laura that USDA has programs that provide assistance in the wake of disasters. USDA staff in the regional, state and county offices stand ready and are eager to help.

Food Safety and Availability During the Coronavirus Pandemic

Here are three things FDA wants you to know about food safety and availability during the coronavirus pandemic (COVID-19).

Trump Administration Invests $46 Million in Rural Community Facilities in 16 States

WASHINGTON, Aug. 24, 2020 – The Trump Administration today announced that the United States Department of Agriculture (USDA) is investing $46 million to improve critical community facilities to benefit 363,000 rural residents (PDF, 169 KB) in 16 states.

Nutrition

The Nutrition Facts Label on food packaging is an important and easy way to get essential information to help you make healthy food choices. These FDA Consumer Updates are also a great resource for more nutrition facts, and other helpful information about the food you eat.

Animal & Veterinary

Consumer articles from FDA about animal health and veterinary medicine.

Productos Veterinarios

Información para el consumidor sobre la seguridad de los alimentos y medicamentos veterinarios.

Suplementos Dietéticos

Información para el consumidor sobre la seguridad de los suplementos dietéticos.

EPA Responds to Tropical Storm Marco, Prepares for Tropical Storm Laura

WASHINGTON (August 24, 2020) — With Tropical Storm Marco impacting the Gulf Coast and Tropical Storm Laura projected to follow a similar path, the U.S.