INFRASTRUCTURE ...
COTTON LOANS ...
2019 cotton loan rate differentials announced
2019 calculation procedure is identical to that used in past years, with two exceptions
AWARDS ...
USDA's ARS honors Scientists of the Year
USDA ARS researchers are honored for their scientific achievements
AWARDS PRESENTED ...
Holstein breeders earn genetics awards
Progressive Genetics HerdSM award honors herds with high genetic value
AG POLICY ...
Groups urge Congress to address water challenges
Over 100 water, ag organizations urge Congress to use infrastructure legislation
FOOD SAFETY ...
Calif. grower recalls avocados over possible listeria
There have been no reports of any illnesses associated with the avocados
CONSERVATION WORK ...
USDA invests in conservation projects
Funding to help mitigate wildfire risk, improve water quality, restore forest ecosystems
COTTON PROJECTIONS ...
U.S. expected to plant 14.5M acres of cotton in 2019
According to the NCC’s 38th Annual Early Season Planting Intentions Survey
FOOD SAFETY ...
Tyson recalls chicken nuggets over rubber inside
USDA says there are no confirmed reports of anyone getting sick from the rubber pieces
LEADERSHIP ...