EPA Removes Chem-Solv Site from List of Nation’s Most Contaminated Sites
U.S. Department of Agriculture Announces Key Staff Appointments
WASHINGTON, August 22, 2022 — The U.S. Department of Agriculture today announced the names of individuals who will hold senior staff positions in Washington, D.C.
Brandon Chaderton has been promoted to White House Liaison in the Office of the Secretary
Brandon Chaderton has been promoted to White House Liaison in the Office of the Secretary
USDA to Invest up to $300 million in New Organic Transition Initiative
WASHINGTON, Aug. 22, 2022 --- Agriculture Secretary Tom Vilsack announced details of the U.S. Department of Agriculture’s (USDA) $300 million investment, including with American Rescue Plan funds, in a new Organic Transition Initiative that will help build new and better markets and streams of income for farmers and producers. Organic production allows producers to hold a unique position in the marketplace and thus take home a greater share of the food dollar.
Long-festering T5 issue emerges in West Coast longshore talks
The T5 dispute over job jurisdiction was known to be one of the most contentious issues headed into negotiations between West Coast longshore labor and management, which began on May 10 and could continue well into the fall.