Secretary Vilsack Statement on the Cost of Thanksgiving Staples
WASHINGTON, Nov. 17, 2021 — The U.S. Department of Agriculture today released the following statement on the average retail cost of Thanksgiving dinner staples:
Keep your Thanksgiving Full of Turkey and Free from Foodborne Illness
WASHINGTON, Nov. 17, 2021 — Next week, Americans will enjoy Thanksgiving with family and friends. While the COVID-19 pandemic is still top-of-mind, the U.S. Department of Agriculture (USDA) reminds us all that it’s also important to keep family and friends safe from foodborne illness this Thanksgiving.
EPA Announces Outcomes from White House Tribal Nations Summit
LA-LB ports delay new container dwell fee, citing progress
[caption caption="A record 83 containerships were backed up at anchor in Los Angeles-Long Beach at the weekend despite efforts to remove long-dwell containers. Photo credit: Shutterstock.com"][/caption]Citing progress in clearing long-dwelling containers from terminals, the ports of Los Angeles and Long Beach agreed to delay imposition of a hefty fee on those containers that have contributed to crippling...
U.S. Department of Agriculture Announces Deputy Under Secretary for Research, Education, and Economics and Other Key Staff Appointments
WASHINGTON, Nov. 15, 2021 — The U.S. Department of Agriculture today announced the names of individuals who will hold senior positions in Washington, D.C.
At White House Tribal Leaders Summit, USDA Announces New Initiatives Serving Indian Country
WASHINGTON, Nov. 15, 2021 – During today’s historic White House Tribal Leaders Summit, U.S. Agriculture Secretary Tom Vilsack announced several new initiatives that expand USDA’s commitment to serving Indian Country through equitable policies and programs.
Agriculture and Interior Departments Take Action to Strengthen Tribal Co-Stewardship of Public Lands and Waters
WASHINGTON, Nov. 15, 2021 – During today’s White House Tribal Nations Summit, President Biden announced that the U.S. Departments of Agriculture and the Interior have created the Tribal Homelands Initiative. This collaborative effort will improve federal stewardship of public lands, waters, and wildlife by strengthening the role of tribal communities in federal land management.