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EPA seeks explanations, solutions from Hanover Foods for numerous violations at company’s wastewater treatment facility

USDA Announces Additional Farm Service Agency and Rural Development State Directors

WASHINGTON, Feb. 24, 2022 – Today, President Joe Biden announced his intent to appoint eleven U.S. Department of Agriculture (USDA) regional positions, including three Farm Service Agency (FSA) State Executive Directors and eight Rural Development (RD) State Directors.

“I am thrilled to welcome these talented and experienced public servants to USDA at a critical time in the Biden-Harris administration,” said Agriculture Secretary Tom Vilsack. “I look forward to working alongside these individuals to build a better America.”

USDA Commits $215 Million to Enhance the American Food Supply Chain

WASHINGTON, Feb. 24, 2022 – U.S. Department of Agriculture (USDA) Secretary Tom Vilsack today announced that USDA is making available up to $215 million in grants and other support to expand meat and poultry processing options, strengthen the food supply chain, and create jobs and economic opportunities in rural areas.

EPA Awards Over $450,000 to New Jersey to Expand Understanding of Wetlands

EPA Awards Over $65,000 to U.S. Virgin Islands Government to Expand Understanding of Wetlands

EPA Awards Over $200,000 to Puerto Rico to Expand Understanding of Wetlands

EPA Announces Appointment of David Cash as Regional Administrator for EPA Region 1

EPA Announces Appointment of David Cash as Regional Administrator for EPA Region 1