| 单词 | Agriculture Secretary |
| 例句 | Agriculture Secretary Sonny Perdue told American growers that his department would continue to process applications for returning guest workers. Trump’s new Mexico policy will slash US food supply during coronavirus crisis, farmers warn 2020-03-19T04:00:00Z Agriculture Secretary Tom Vilsack said difficult issues needed to be addressed, with the common goal of opening markets and eliminating "non-scientific barriers". U.S. says science should settle farm debates in trade deal with EU 2014-06-17T04:00:00Z "The Biden-Harris Administration is committed to addressing corporate consolidation and its negative effects on the U.S. economy, such as unfair competition and increased prices," said Agriculture Secretary Tom Vilsack. USDA launches partnership with states to protect consumers in food and agricultural markets 2023-07-21T04:00:00Z The following year, Farm Aid staff met with Agriculture Secretary Tom Vilsack to address the drop in milk prices. A Brief History of Farm Aid 2010-10-02T06:20:00Z Department of Agriculture Secretary Tom Vilsack recently disclosed details about funding disbursements which underscore the ongoing financial disparities and wealth gap in the U.S. Biden administration blasts Trump for only granting 0.1% of COVID-19 relief funds to Black farmers 2021-03-26T04:00:00Z She was immediately fired by Agriculture Secretary Tom Vilsack, even though her comments had been pulled out of context in the clip and misrepresented. Limbaugh and the GOP: The media stars and politics 2012-03-06T00:46:04Z “The president is very cognizant of the fact that equity needs to be at the center of what we do and all that we do,” Agriculture Secretary Tom Vilsack said. Biden’s Minnesota trip serves as a show of political force against primary challenger Dean Phillips 2023-11-01T04:00:00Z “There are real consequences to real people in a real way when there is a shutdown,” Agriculture Secretary Tom Vilsack said at a White House press briefing on Monday. Not again. Federal workers who’ve weathered past government shutdowns brace for yet another ordeal 2023-09-26T04:00:00Z Agriculture Secretary Tom Vilsack to receive the feedback and make a final decision. Founding father Gen. Anthony Wayne’s legacy is getting a second look at Ohio’s Wayne National Forest 2023-09-02T04:00:00Z Agriculture Secretary Tom Vilsack said the program has already proved itself. Broadband subsidy program that millions use will expire next year if Congress doesn’t act 2023-08-26T04:00:00Z Then it’s on to the Animal Learning Center with state Agriculture Secretary Mike Berg, followed by an appearance at the Des Moines Register’s popular public “Political Soapbox” located on the fair’s Grand Concourse. One candidate’s visit to Iowa on State Fair weekend 2023-08-10T04:00:00Z This week, Agriculture Secretary Tom Vilsack will also travel to Oregon to highlight wildfire defense grants made possible by the infrastructure law, and to Washington state to highlight climate-oriented investments in agricultural research. Biden heads to Arizona, other Western states to tout his economic policies 2023-07-31T04:00:00Z The GOP senators, in a letter to Agriculture Secretary Tom Vilsack, said his department also funded EcoHealth in the past, working on disease research. Senators challenge USDA to detail funding to group that funded Wuhan lab 2023-07-26T04:00:00Z It’s expected to “destroy a large share of our produce and livestock feed,” Vermont Agriculture Secretary Anson Tebbetts said at a news conference. Vermont starts long road to recovery from historic floods, helped by army of volunteers 2023-07-14T04:00:00Z Senate Majority Leader Chuck Schumer on Thursday called on Agriculture Secretary Tom Vilsack to double the number of U.S. personnel available to help fight wildfires in Canada. International help rolls in to fight unyielding Canadian wildfires 2023-06-08T04:00:00Z "This is an exciting and an historic day and continues an ongoing effort to ensure that rural America is a full participant in the clean energy economy," said Agriculture Secretary Tom Vilsack on the call. Biden administration announces $11 bln for rural clean energy projects 2023-05-16T04:00:00Z Agriculture Secretary Tom Vilsack had also criticized the biofuel provisions on Tuesday, saying it would set back transportation industry efforts to lower fuel emissions. Biden administration says Republican debt plan would hurt rural communities 2023-04-26T04:00:00Z Iowa Agriculture Secretary Mike Naig, who has strongly opposed requiring farmers to filter runoff, has embraced Polk County’s effort and encouraged it elsewhere. Low tech makes cleaner water in Iowa; so what’s stopping it? 2023-04-20T04:00:00Z Agriculture Secretary Tom Vilsack asked meat and poultry companies in the letter to determine whether illegal child labor is being used in their supply chains and to adopt stronger child labor standards for subcontractors. Biden administration urges action on child labor from meat companies 2023-04-12T04:00:00Z He urged Agriculture Secretary Tom Vilsack this week to continue withholding publication of the environmental review. Tribe warns US government against moving ahead with mine 2023-04-07T04:00:00Z The funded projects will create jobs, reduce emissions, and improve rural resiliency in the face of a changing climate, said Agriculture Secretary Tom Vilsack on the press call. U.S. government to provide $1 billion for rural renewable energy 2023-03-31T04:00:00Z "American consumers expect that when they buy a meat product at the grocery store, the claims they see on the label mean what they say," Agriculture Secretary Tom Vilsack said in a statement. Higher standards for "Product of USA" meat proposed by Biden administration 2023-03-06T05:00:00Z Department of Agriculture Secretary Tom Vilsack said the proposed rule would better align the labels with consumers’ views. Made in the USA? Proposed rule clarifies grocery meat labels 2023-03-06T05:00:00Z Agriculture Secretary Tom Vilsack, said delays and more exceptions would not resolve “the underlying problem, which is that the science ought to drive the decisions on these products.” Exclusive-U.S. demands Mexico explain science behind GMO corn ban 2023-02-09T05:00:00Z Agriculture Secretary Tom Vilsack said on Monday, laying out a vision for a more competitive agriculture economy as Congress begins debate over the nation's largest farm spending bill. U.S. curbs exports to Iranian firms for helping Russia with drones 2023-01-31T05:00:00Z Agriculture Secretary Tom Vilsack acknowledged that the shortage of workers that’s been plaguing other sectors of the economy is hindering the agency’s wildfire efforts. Feds send $930 million to curb growing threat of wildfires in the West 2023-01-19T05:00:00Z The USDA’s proposals follow a letter sent in October to Agriculture Secretary Tom Vilsack from 31 members of Congress — mostly members of the Black, Hispanic and Asian Pacific American caucuses. Perspective | Got milk? If you’re Black, Asian or Hispanic, make it lactose-free. 2022-12-13T05:00:00Z Agriculture Secretary Tom Vilsack told Reuters that a key goal of the program is to enable more farmers to serve the growing consumer market for sustainably produced food. U.S. agriculture agency extends climate funding to small farmers 2022-12-12T05:00:00Z Agriculture Secretary Tom Vilsack wrote that “time is running short” to resolve the issue. Mexico, US appear headed for dispute over GM corn 2022-11-29T05:00:00Z US Agriculture Secretary Tom Vilsack warned Mexico's president that the US would be forced to take legal action if no "acceptable resolution" was found. Mexico's planned GM corn ban 'deep concern' for US 2022-11-29T05:00:00Z “It reflects the fact that different people have different capacities to tolerate different kinds of food,” Agriculture Secretary Tom Vilsak said. USDA program keeps extra COVID-era money for fruits, veggies 2022-11-17T05:00:00Z Agriculture Secretary Tom Vilsack told reporters on a Nov. 1 call. Fowl play: Large turkeys scarce ahead of big U.S. Thanksgiving gatherings 2022-11-16T05:00:00Z Deputy Agriculture Secretary Suarez, a vocal critic of agrochemicals, said the initiative enables Mexico to apply the so-called precautionary principle, a "safety first" approach. Mexican lawmakers push wider pesticides ban; farm groups alarmed 2022-11-09T05:00:00Z McCarthy later urged Agriculture Secretary Sonny Perdue to appoint Grimm-Marshall to a government committee that oversees the trade of fruits and vegetables. Who are the Californians bankrolling election deniers? 2022-11-04T04:00:00Z His trip to North Carolina with Agriculture Secretary Tom Vilsack last week was to announce $759 million to lay broadband fiber for internet in rural counties. Biden pitchman Landrieu hawks infrastructure and hope 2022-11-01T04:00:00Z In May, Agriculture Secretary Tom Vilsack approved $400 million to directly support the response efforts and to pay affected poultry farms. Turkeys will cost more because 6 million of them died during bird flu outbreak 2022-10-26T04:00:00Z “Through no fault of their own, our nation’s farmers and ranchers have faced incredibly tough circumstances over the last few years,” said Agriculture Secretary Tom Vilsack. USDA announces $1 billion debt relief for 36,000 farmers 2022-10-18T04:00:00Z “In talking to food banks and pantries across the country, here’s what we hear,” Agriculture Secretary Tom Vilsack said in an interview. USDA to give $2 billion to food banks, schools to stem rise in hunger 2022-09-14T04:00:00Z A day earlier, Agriculture Secretary Tom Vilsack was in western Colorado with Sen. Michael Bennet, touting the latest bill’s investments in combating climate change. Democrats launch major effort to sell Inflation Reduction Act to voters 2022-08-19T04:00:00Z “Our forests, rural communities, agriculture and economy are connected across a shared landscape and their existence is at stake,” Agriculture Secretary Tom Vilsack said in a statement announcing the reforestation plan. US to plant more trees as climate change kills off forests 2022-07-25T04:00:00Z Iowa Agriculture Secretary Mike Naig said the virus still poses a risk because more cases are being reported, but that “it really does feel like we’re on the tail end of it for this year.” Bird flu outbreak waning but threat of virus lingers 2022-06-16T04:00:00Z Agriculture Secretary Tom Vilsack said that the department was “committed to administering all its programs with equity and fairness, and serving those in need with the highest dignity.” Biden under pressure to dump policy using school lunch money to push LGBTQ agenda 2022-06-16T04:00:00Z But Agriculture Secretary Tom Vilsack and other officials urged Biden to go, arguing that it would at least help the Midwest — and the White House, after all, was desperate for ways to lower gas prices. Inside Biden’s frustration with soaring prices 2022-06-13T04:00:00Z Agriculture Secretary Tom Vilsack this month said he has "deep concern" about the ban. EXCLUSIVE India has no immediate plan to lift wheat export ban, commerce minister says 2022-05-25T04:00:00Z Agriculture Secretary Tom Vilsack is expected to greet the arrival of the first shipment in Indianapolis. White House: 78,000 pounds of infant formula heading to US 2022-05-22T04:00:00Z When Agriculture Secretary Tom Vilsack announced $420 million in flood mitigation projects last month, he broke the news in Georgia with Bishop at his side. Georgia’s senior congressman facing toughest race since 2010 2022-05-20T04:00:00Z “We’re acutely aware that the ongoing recall has left many parents and caregivers concerned about access to formula and how they will feed their babies,” Agriculture Secretary Tom Vilsack said in a statement. Formula shortage is worst for low-income families, high-risk infants 2022-05-18T04:00:00Z Agriculture Secretary Tom Vilsack as well as eight other states, though he declined to name them. Iowa attorney general leads study of high fertilizer prices 2022-02-24T05:00:00Z Iowa's Agriculture Secretary Mike Naig said a confirmed case in the country meant heightened risk for all. U.S. poultry producers harden safety measures as bird flu spreads 2022-02-11T05:00:00Z Agriculture Secretary Nikki Fried, a gubernatorial candidate and the only statewide elected Democrat, also called for the Justice Department to investigate reports of "election interference and voter disenfranchisement." Florida prosecutor investigating after elderly voters registered as Republicans without consent 2022-02-08T05:00:00Z “We applaud schools’ heroic efforts throughout the challenges of this pandemic to continue serving kids the most nutritious meals possible,” Agriculture Secretary Tom Vilsack said. School lunch rules updated to help ease pandemic disruptions 2022-02-04T05:00:00Z Agriculture Secretary Tom Vilsack in late January told lawmakers that China’s purchases of U.S. farm goods fell short of the Phase 1 goal by about $13 billion. U.S. trade official says China failed to meet 'Phase 1' commitments 2022-02-01T05:00:00Z In mid-July, Agriculture Secretary Tom Vilsack called all three members of the Alaska delegation as he worked remotely in Iowa. This tree has stood here for 500 years. Will it be sold for $17,500? Terry Rambler, chairman of the San Carlos Apache, said he had been calling Mr. Biden and Agriculture Secretary Tom Vilsack, whose agency oversees the Tonto National Forest where the proposed mining site sits. As Miners Chase Clean-Energy Minerals, Tribes Fear a Repeat of the Past 2021-12-27T05:00:00Z The clash between Biden and “Big Meat” has put the spotlight on Agriculture Secretary Tom Vilsack, who held the same position for the eight years of the Obama administration. As prices rise, Biden turns to antitrust enforcers 2021-12-25T05:00:00Z Agriculture Secretary Tom Vilsack and would work to restore trade access. Canada halts potato exports to U.S. from Prince Edward Island due to fungus 2021-11-22T05:00:00Z Agriculture Secretary Tom Vilsack will propose reinstating a Clinton administration-era rule to ban logging and road building in more than half of North America’s largest temperate rainforest, the department confirmed. Biden officials to propose road ban on much of Alaska’s Tongass National Forest 2021-11-18T05:00:00Z Agriculture Secretary Tom Vilsack will propose reinstating a Bill Clinton-era rule to ban logging and road building in more than half of North America’s largest temperate rainforest, the department confirmed. Biden officials to propose road ban on more than half of Alaska’s Tongass National Forest 2021-11-18T05:00:00Z "American agriculture currently faces unprecedented challenges on multiple fronts," Agriculture Secretary Tom Vilsack said in a statement. Food supply issues force Alabama schools to ask parents to prepare breakfast, brace for remote learning 2021-10-13T04:00:00Z These issues were supposed to be the purview of Agriculture Secretary Sonny Perdue. Behind the scenes of Donald Trump's very strange White House meeting with Vietnam's prime minister 2021-10-12T04:00:00Z “This is the first drought where we’ve had such an extensive landscape impacted by the drought conditions,” Food and Agriculture Secretary Karen Ross said. California will consider mandatory water restrictions if dryness continues this winter 2021-09-30T04:00:00Z Agriculture Secretary Tom Vilsack said by video at a news briefing. UN summit seeks to fix food’s many problems, but draws fire 2021-09-23T04:00:00Z Agriculture Secretary Tom Vilsack is expected to address the initiative later Wednesday. Biden admin vows to crack down on illegal price-fixing in meat industry 2021-09-08T04:00:00Z “I think it’s important that we recognize that doing this essential work has also come not only at a potential physical risk but also at a financial risk,” Agriculture Secretary Tom Vilsack said. Meat, farm workers to get $600 grants in new $700M aid plan 2021-09-07T04:00:00Z Agriculture Secretary Tom Vilsack last month granted an extension until Oct. Cattle producers have a beef with 35-year marketing campaign 2021-09-04T04:00:00Z Agriculture Secretary Tom Vilsack said while visiting a farm near here earlier this month. California’s ‘Cantaloupe Center’ struggles to reign supreme as drought pummels agriculture across the West 2021-08-27T04:00:00Z Agriculture Secretary Tom Vilsack said in a written statement while in Vermont. Dairy farmers eligible for pandemic-related assistance 2021-08-19T04:00:00Z Agriculture Secretary Tom Vilsack is expected to announce Monday morning that benefit amounts for the program, formerly known as food stamps, will rise an average of 25 percent above pre-pandemic levels. Biden administration approves largest increase to food assistance benefits in SNAP program history 2021-08-15T04:00:00Z Agriculture Secretary Tom Vilsack said he hoped to keep administrative costs and requirements to apply for the money to a minimum so more workers could be helped. Meat, farm workers to get $600 grants in new $700M aid plan 2021-09-07T04:00:00Z Department of Agriculture announced Monday that Agriculture Secretary Tom Vilsack will travel to Oregon and attend a briefing Tuesday with Oregon Gov. Kate Brown on wildfire response, prevention and preparedness efforts. Hundreds of lightning bolts hit dry Oregon, start new fires 2021-08-02T04:00:00Z Agriculture Secretary Tom Vilsack announced the program in Council Bluffs, Iowa, in addition to another $150 million to be used for existing small processing facilities with unexpected costs. USDA unveils plan to help build small meat processing plants 2021-07-09T04:00:00Z Agriculture Secretary Tom Vilsack tells me the idea is to create all sorts of new revenue streams to help farmers with conservation through executive action and a new five-year Farm Bill, slated for 2023. Opinion | Ignore the chatter. Stuff is getting done. And both parties are helping. 2021-07-05T04:00:00Z “We must do more to improve partnerships and infrastructure that power emergency food distribution to ensure the food provided is nutritious and supports a better food system,” Agriculture Secretary Tom Vilsack said in a statement. USDA sending $1B in funding to country’s food bank networks 2021-06-04T04:00:00Z President Biden instructed the Agriculture Secretary to develop a plan within 90 day to spur 'climate-smart' farming and forestry strategies Read more » Tracking Biden’s environmental actions As a result, by Monday, Agriculture Secretary Tom Vilsack found himself debunking the false claim during a virtual briefing with reporters. Fresh off election falsehoods, Republicans serve up a whopper 2021-04-26T04:00:00Z Agriculture Secretary Tom Vilsack praised the stimulus for “the transformative debt relief it provides to Black, Indigenous, Hispanic, and other farmers of color.” House Republicans seek to ban race-based stimulus funding for non-white farmers 2021-03-31T04:00:00Z The move would require reclassifying more seasonal federal firefighter positions as permanent, said a letter to Agriculture Secretary Tom Vilsack and Interior Secretary Deb Haaland. US departments urged to become year-round wildfire agencies 2021-03-29T04:00:00Z Agriculture Secretary approved a drought disaster declaration for parts of Maui County. Hawaii’s rains, floods cited as examples of climate change 2021-03-10T05:00:00Z President Biden instructed the Agriculture Secretary to develop a plan within 90 day to spur 'climate-smart' farming and forestry strategies Read more » Tracking Biden’s environmental actions “For generations, socially disadvantaged farmers have struggled to fully succeed due to systemic discrimination and a cycle of debt,” Agriculture Secretary Tom Vilsack said in a statement Saturday. Bill is most significant legislation for Black farmers since Civil Rights Act, experts say 2021-03-08T05:00:00Z A key figure in the Obama administration’s decision on Twin Metals was Agriculture Secretary Tom Vilsack, who was confirmed for a second stint Tuesday. Minnesota Supreme Court hands victory to PolyMet copper mine 2021-02-24T05:00:00Z “This commission will lead to economic development in the agricultural sectors by helping farmers, producers and businesses create new markets and new jobs,” Agriculture Secretary Anson Tebbetts said in a written statement. Scott creates agriculture panel to help grow the industry 2021-02-19T05:00:00Z In addition to serving two terms as the governor of Iowa, he spent eight years as President Barack Obama’s Agriculture Secretary. Agriculture secretary nominee Vilsack endorses biofuels push 2021-02-02T05:00:00Z In addition to serving two terms as the governor of Iowa, he spent eight years as President Barack Obama’s Agriculture Secretary. Agriculture secretary nominee Vilsack endorses biofuels push 2021-02-02T05:00:00Z Republicans in the state Senate last year fired state Agriculture Secretary Brad Pfaff after Pfaff criticized the GOP for releasing funds for mental health services for farmers. Evers: Criminal justice reforms likely in next state budget 2020-12-27T05:00:00Z State Agriculture Secretary Russell Redding said COVID-19 made the event too risky for the sculptors, the Farm Show staff and those involved in recording and broadcasting the event. Farm Show cancels butter sculpture, citing COVID-19 concerns 2020-12-08T05:00:00Z “Pennsylvania is experiencing a resurgence of COVID-19 cases with higher daily case counts than we saw in the spring,” Agriculture Secretary Russell Redding said in a statement. Pennsylvania Farm Show cancels butter sculpture amid covid 2020-12-08T05:00:00Z Bonnie was climate adviser to Agriculture Secretary Tom Vilsack—himself a close Biden ally—and later served as the department’s undersecretary for natural resources and environment. Biden Stocks Transition Teams with Climate Experts 2020-11-14T05:00:00Z Agriculture Secretary Sonny Perdue was laying out the GOP recount strategy to House Republicans in the same building. Some Republicans attack Georgia votes, provide no evidence 2020-11-09T05:00:00Z In October, Agriculture Secretary Sonny Perdue was cited by the Office of Special Counsel, a federal watchdog agency, for violating the Hatch Act by advocating for the president during an official trip to North Carolina. Trailing in the polls, Trump enlists his administration and co-opts the government to bolster his reelection 2020-10-31T04:00:00Z Democrats here see hope in candidates like Espy, a former congressman and the first Black Agriculture Secretary, who is focused on registering Black voters. AP Road Trip: In Mississippi, Black voters face many hurdles 2020-10-21T04:00:00Z Agriculture Secretary Sonny Perdue said it was “about restoring the original intent of food stamps . . . moving more able-bodied Americans to self-sufficiency.” Federal judge strikes down Trump plan to slash food stamps for 700,000 unemployed Americans 2020-10-18T04:00:00Z Surrogates like Agriculture Secretary Sonny Perdue, once a Georgia farmer, help spread his “America First” message to the voters. Can Biden compete in Trump’s rural strongholds? Democrats hope so. 2020-10-17T04:00:00Z Iowa Agriculture Secretary Mike Naig said he expects the number of lost acres will climb even more as growers move deeper into the harvest. Report: Iowa’s derecho crop losses increase by more than 50% 2020-10-10T04:00:00Z Department of Agriculture Secretary Sonny Perdue last month raising concerns that the latest phase of the program won’t meet the same standards as previous rounds, the Times Argus reported. Sen. Collins tests negative for virus; Cluster grows at jail 2020-10-04T04:00:00Z Pennsylvania Agriculture Secretary Russell Redding called Penn Vet “an invaluable partner” on the effort. Dog trained to sniff out invasive spotted lanternfly in an attempt to stop the bug from spreading 2020-09-29T04:00:00Z David Sandretti, 59, a longtime Capitol Hill staffer who was a legislative, public affairs and rural development counselor to Agriculture Secretary Tom Vilsack during the Obama administration, died June 23 at his home in Washington. Community deaths 2020-08-24T04:00:00Z Agriculture Secretary Sonny Perdue talked up Trump’s reelection during an “official” visit Monday to a North Carolina farm with the president. Trump convention blurs official business and politics 2020-08-24T04:00:00Z The delegation told Agriculture Secretary Sonny Perdue in a letter to “keep the president’s promise and immediately assist the thousands of Mainers whose livelihoods depend on this critical industry.” Maine delegation urges Trump to make good on lobster promise 2020-08-19T04:00:00Z Agriculture Secretary Russell Redding said the Jan. 9-15 event will be conducted virtually instead, with a theme of “cultivating tomorrow.” In-person Farm Show canceled over virus concerns 2020-08-19T04:00:00Z Farmers in Georgia, the home state of Agriculture Secretary Sonny Perdue, were paid more in federal aid per acre than anywhere else in the nation, another found. Farmers Get Billions in Virus Aid, and Democrats Are Wary 2020-06-07T04:00:00Z In Iowa, where nearly one-third of the nation’s hogs are raised, the temporary closure of slaughterhouses led to a backup of about 600,000 pigs, state Agriculture Secretary Mike Naig said. Slaughterhouses reopen but farmers still euthanizing pigs 2020-05-29T04:00:00Z Agriculture Secretary Sonny Perdue made clear in letters earlier this month that the Department of Agriculture expected state and local officials to work with meat plants to keep them running. Meatpacking safety recommendations are largely unenforceable 2020-05-20T04:00:00Z Agriculture Secretary Sonny Perdue said the Trump administration will provide aid to ranchers who are euthanizing livestock after the pandemic shut slaughterhouses. Trump floats halt to U.S. cattle imports as pandemic hurts ranchers 2020-05-19T04:00:00Z During an event at the White House, Mr. Trump also directed Agriculture Secretary Sonny Perdue to pursue cutting off trade deals with countries that ship beef cattle to the U.S. Trump announces $16 billion in direct payments for farmers hurt by pandemic ‘caused by China’ 2020-05-19T04:00:00Z Agriculture Secretary Sonny Perdue told governors in a letter that meat and poultry processors are “critical industries” that need to stay open. Hunger nonprofit seeks donations for meat processing costs 2020-05-10T04:00:00Z Even as the pandemic unfolded in mid-March, Agriculture Secretary Sonny Perdue vowed to implement the work rule on April 1 as scheduled. As Hunger Swells, Food Stamps Become a Partisan Flash Point 2020-05-06T04:00:00Z Sen. Michael Bennet in sending a letter to Agriculture Secretary Sonny Perdue asking him to suspend the rule that cattle must be processed through a U.S. Colorado cattle ranchers hurt by economic effects of virus 2020-05-02T04:00:00Z Agriculture Secretary Sonny Perdue, and added that he expects all workers in the plants to be tested and to receive care if they need it. Northam to allow non-emergency doctor, dentist visits 2020-04-29T04:00:00Z “Our nation’s meat- and poultry-processing facilities play an integral role in the continuing of our food supply chain,” Agriculture Secretary Sonny Perdue said Tuesday. Plant-based alternatives to meat find new markets during coronavirus pandemic 2020-04-29T04:00:00Z Mr. Trump took the action under the Defense Production Act, declared the plants part of the critical U.S. infrastructure and giving Agriculture Secretary Sonny Perdue the authority to order plants to remain open. Trump issues executive order requiring meat-processing plants to remain open 2020-04-28T04:00:00Z Pennsylvania Agriculture Secretary Russell Redding encouraged farm-related groups to call or write to the USDA. Food banks sought relaxed federal rules to minimize contact. The USDA has stalled those requests, officials say. 2020-03-31T04:00:00Z In a statement Thursday morning, Agriculture Secretary Sonny Perdue said feeding children whose lives are being upended by the coronavirus pandemic is a top priority for federal officials. After uproar, USDA says parents can pick up school meals without kids present 2020-03-26T04:00:00Z Agriculture Secretary Sonny Perdue for materials to combat the pandemic, vet schools from North Carolina to Colorado to New York are stepping up. Veterinarians donate vital supplies to coronavirus fight 2020-03-25T04:00:00Z “These steps show that China is moving in the right direction to implement the Phase One agreement,” said Agriculture Secretary Sonny Perdue. USDA, USTR cite progress on farm provisions of U.S.-China trade deal 2020-03-24T04:00:00Z In a separate statement, Agriculture Secretary Sonny Perdue pledged to collaborate with school system leaders. Federal policy says students must pick up school meals in-person. Families with susceptible children face wrenching decisions. 2020-03-23T04:00:00Z Agriculture Secretary Sonny Perdue said in a tweet that the agency was monitoring agricultural markets. As coronavirus fuels meat demand, processors raise pay for North American farmers, workers 2020-03-23T04:00:00Z Agriculture Secretary Sonny Perdue defended the move, arguing that it would "encourage people by giving them a helping hand but not allowing it to become an indefinitely giving hand." Trump administration fights to strip food stamps from 700,000 people during coronavirus crisis 2020-03-20T04:00:00Z Trump officials, including Agriculture Secretary Sonny Perdue, described this prospect as a good thing. Column: Citing coronavirus, judge blocks Trump plan to take food stamps from 700,000 people 2020-03-17T04:00:00Z In congressional testimony this week, Agriculture Secretary Sonny Perdue evinced little sympathy for the targeted population. Column: Forget Trump's TV speech about the virus. Here's what he should, and shouldn't, do 2020-03-12T04:00:00Z But Republican senators cited the unilateral approach as one of their justifications for firing Agriculture Secretary Brad Pfaff, an Evers appointee, in November. Republicans introduce farm siting bill as session winds down 2020-02-13T05:00:00Z Agriculture Secretary Sonny Perdue, in introducing Trump, said it “will be a bonanza for American farmers, doubling the exports to China.” For farmers, Trump and trade deals are a winning ticket 2020-01-19T05:00:00Z Agriculture Secretary Sonny Perdue said, “This is about restoring the original intent of food stamps . . . moving more able-bodied Americans to self sufficiency.” 14 states, D.C. and New York City sue to stop Trump plan to slash food stamps for 700,000 unemployed people 2020-01-16T05:00:00Z Agriculture Secretary Mike Espy, is pushing for a rematch as he seeks his party’s nomination. Analysis: 6 women have held statewide office in Mississippi 2020-01-05T05:00:00Z Agriculture Secretary Mike Espy, said weeks ago that he is running again. Mississippi opens qualifying time for federal candidates 2020-01-01T05:00:00Z Trump’s plan, pushed by Agriculture Secretary Sonny Perdue, would slash protections for more than 9 million acres of the Tongass National Forest, an area larger than Yellowstone, Glacier and Grand Canyon national parks combined. Forest Service moves to open "America’s Amazon" to loggers 2019-12-15T05:00:00Z Agriculture Secretary Sonny Purdue will deliver the commencement address Friday to students graduating from one of Louisiana’s public colleges. US agriculture secretary to speak at Louisiana graduation 2019-12-12T05:00:00Z Agriculture Secretary Mike Beam said in a news release that the website is intended to support those involved in Kansas agriculture through times of emotional of financial stress. Kansas ag department offers website for stressed farmers 2019-12-11T05:00:00Z Agriculture Secretary Sonny Perdue said on Monday - but he wants “movement” from China to avoid them. Oil prices slip again as specter of trade war, demand concerns haunts market 2019-12-09T05:00:00Z The Democrat shared her hypothetical scenario with a link to comments by Agriculture Secretary Sonny Perdue. AOC rips GOP’s ‘freebies for the rich’ as new food stamps rules roll out 2019-12-06T05:00:00Z Agriculture Secretary Sonny Perdue told reporters in a conference call that the goal was “to restore the dignity of work to a sizable segment of our population.” Column: Trump finalizes a new attack on food stamp recipients 2019-12-05T05:00:00Z Agriculture Secretary Sonny Perdue said the rule will help move people “from welfare to work.” 668,000 will lose food stamp benefits under new work rules 2019-12-04T05:00:00Z Agriculture Secretary Sonny Perdue decrying that this iniquity “is picking winners and losers among farms and regions.” Fix the unfair trade-war farm bailouts 2019-12-01T05:00:00Z Agriculture Secretary James “Tama Jim” Wilson, who grew up on a farm, noted that it was impossible to pluck feathers from a running turkey. A Thanksgiving turkey terrorized by the president’s kids? Teddy Roosevelt was furious about that story. 2019-11-26T05:00:00Z Agriculture Secretary Sonny Perdue to issue disaster declarations for parts of their states affected by persistent bad weather this year. Upper Midwest sugar beet farmers endure difficult harvest 2019-11-15T05:00:00Z Kansas Agriculture Secretary Mike Beam said the agency would urge the 2020 Legislature to change the law. State concedes law on raw milk ads is unconstitutional 2019-11-07T05:00:00Z Department of Agriculture Secretary Sonny Perdue announced Tuesday that rule changes mean qualified growers will be eligible for programs including farm loans and crop insurance. Maine says hemp industry poised to grow under new USDA rules 2019-10-30T04:00:00Z Agriculture Secretary Sonny Perdue is visiting Tennessee State University, where he will meet students and see the school’s research programs. Agriculture secretary visiting Tennessee State University 2019-10-07T04:00:00Z Agriculture Secretary Sonny Perdue told reporters Tuesday following an appearance at the World Dairy Expo in Madison that it’s getting harder for farmers to get by on milking smaller herds. Ag secretary: No guarantee small dairy farms will survive 2019-10-02T04:00:00Z Agriculture Secretary Sonny Perdue told reporters following an appearance at the World Dairy Expo in Madison that it’s getting harder for farmers to survive on milking less than 100 cows. Trump farm secretary: No guarantee small farms will survive 2019-10-01T04:00:00Z Agriculture Secretary Sonny Perdue said in July that the change was intended to cut families that the administration thinks do not need food stamp aid. Trump administration rule could end free school lunches for about 500,000 children 2019-09-24T04:00:00Z Democrats say Agriculture Secretary Sonny Perdue is favoring certain crops over others, and Democrats won language requiring a report on where the bailout money is going. House passes temporary spending bill to avoid government shutdown 2019-09-19T04:00:00Z In a response to the GAO’s latest report, Agriculture Secretary Sonny Perdue wrote that food labels were one of six “priority actions” the agency is pursuing. Unclear expiration labels leads to estimated $160 billion in food waste, says report 2019-09-11T04:00:00Z This is a sharp contrast to early days in the administration, when Agriculture Secretary Sonny Perdue was a reliable point person. Many U.S. farmers fume at Washington, not Trump, over biofuel,... 2019-09-10T04:00:00Z Agriculture Secretary William Dar said Monday that 16 of 20 blood samples sent to a British lab tested positive for the disease but further tests were needed to ascertain the virulence of the virus. Philippines confirms African swine fever, culls 7,000 pigs 2019-09-08T04:00:00Z Agriculture Secretary William Dar said Monday that 16 of 20 blood samples sent to a British lab tested positive for the disease but further tests were needed to ascertain the virulence of the virus. Philippines confirms African swine fever, culls 7,000 pigs 2019-09-09T04:00:00Z Trump also directed Agriculture Secretary Sonny Perdue to gut restrictions preventing logging at Alaska’s Tongass National Forest, the Post reported, which would allow logging, drilling and mining at the largest national forest in the country. After ignoring climate at G7, Trump gets back to work killing the planet 2019-08-30T04:00:00Z Agriculture Secretary Sonny Perdue said at a farm policy summit in Decatur, Illinois, on Wednesday that Trump will take action to soften the effects. Farmers’ loyalty to Trump tested over new corn-ethanol rules 2019-08-28T04:00:00Z I hope every major group charged with protecting animals begins lawsuits immediately against the heartless activities of Agriculture Secretary Sonny Perdue and the USDA. Opinion | A troubling federal failure to protect animals 2019-08-27T04:00:00Z Department of Agriculture Secretary Sonny Perdue for prompting this call for gubernatorial action. Excerpts from recent Minnesota editorials 2019-08-26T04:00:00Z The proposals emerged a day after President Trump on Thursday summoned Agriculture Secretary Sonny Perdue and Environmental Protection Agency Administrator Andrew Wheeler to the White House to discuss ways to boost biofuel demand. Trump administration expected to boost biofuel quotas, in dispute between farmers and refineries 2019-08-23T04:00:00Z In rolling out the Trump administration proposal, Agriculture Secretary Sonny Perdue said states “have misused this flexibility without restraint.” Editorials from around New England 2019-08-09T04:00:00Z If Agriculture Secretary Sonny Perdue’s reception in Minnesota was any indication, the farmers’ capacity for “understanding” Trump’s tactics is running low. Farmers' frustrations with Trump 'erupted into the open' in Minnesota 2019-08-08T04:00:00Z Department of Agriculture Secretary Sonny Perdue said the proposed rule would close a loophole. Editorial Roundup: Recent editorials in Oklahoma newspapers 2019-07-30T04:00:00Z Agriculture Secretary Sonny Perdue announced Thursday that it will pay another $16 billion in aid to farmers affected by the president’s trade war with China. Economist: New Trump aid to farmers may be paid more fairly 2019-07-26T04:00:00Z When Agriculture Secretary Sonny Perdue announced the relocation in August, he said it would “provide more streamlined and efficient services.” Many USDA workers to quit as research agencies move to Kansas City: ‘The brain drain we all feared’ 2019-07-18T04:00:00Z Agriculture Secretary Sonny Perdue finalized plans this summer to move about 550 jobs at two of his department’s scientific agencies from the nation’s capital to greater Kansas City. Interior to move most of Bureau of Land Management’s D.C. staff out west as part of larger reorganization push 2019-07-15T04:00:00Z When Agriculture Secretary Sonny Perdue appeared at fair in rural Minnesota yesterday, he probably expected a few questions about the Trump administration’s struggling trade agenda. Farmers' frustrations with Trump 'erupted into the open' in Minnesota 2019-08-08T04:00:00Z Two sources said the White House could host a meeting next week on the issue that would include Trump, Agriculture Secretary Sonny Perdue, EPA Administrator Andrew Wheeler, and senators from both oil and farm states. Trump intervention delaying EPA biofuel waiver action, sources say 2019-07-10T04:00:00Z Agriculture Secretary Sonny Perdue last month finalized plans to move about 550 jobs at two scientific agencies in the Agriculture Department from Southwest Washington to the greater Kansas City region. Democrats running out of options to stop Trump from moving two USDA offices 2019-07-01T04:00:00Z State Agriculture Secretary Russell Redding calls it “the most comprehensive investment in agriculture in a generation.” Wolf signs bills to help ag marketing, foster young farmers 2019-07-01T04:00:00Z When officials announced the move to employees of both agencies, employees turned their backs on the Agriculture Secretary. Some USDA researchers reluctant to move cross country 2019-06-23T04:00:00Z Agriculture Secretary Anson Tebbetts says the program “helps provide partner businesses and organizations with the tools and resources they need to run conservation programs and impact change at the local level.” Clean water grants available for agriculture programs 2019-06-23T04:00:00Z Trump’s request that Cabinet members, including Agriculture Secretary Perdue, help hash out a fix to the waiver program has become a source of concern for lawmakers representing oil refining states. Trump intervention delaying EPA biofuel waiver action, sources say 2019-07-10T04:00:00Z The delegation wants Agriculture Secretary Sonny Perdue to include Alaska seafood in the recent federal support package for U.S. agricultural products affected by the ongoing Chinese trade war. Alaska Congress members ask to tap relief funds for seafood 2019-06-19T04:00:00Z Agriculture Secretary Sonny Perdue initially stated that the money would be available only for planted acreage, not acreage forestalled by protracted bad weather. Weather woes cause American corn farmers to throw in the towel 2019-06-18T04:00:00Z Agriculture Secretary Sonny Perdue initially declared an intention to move these sub-agencies 10 months ago but didn’t specify a location then. Opinion | Moving USDA research agencies is part of Trump’s war on science and statistics 2019-06-17T04:00:00Z “The Kansas City Region has proven itself to be hub for all things agriculture and is a booming city in America’s heartland,” Agriculture Secretary Sonny Perdue said in a statement. USDA research agencies will move to Kansas City region despite opposition 2019-06-13T04:00:00Z Agriculture Secretary Sonny Perdue quipped, “I wouldn’t be as big as I am today without chocolate milk.” Students, bored by cafeteria fare, love food delivery services; schools don’t. 2019-06-07T04:00:00Z Agriculture Secretary Sonny Perdue in Tallahassee on Friday to discuss the struggling industry. Feds give $480M to Florida timber industry after hurricane 2019-06-08T04:00:00Z The 52-page summary of study findings is chockablock with other good news, so why isn’t Agriculture Secretary Sonny Perdue crowing about it? Why is the USDA downplaying good news about this Obama-era school nutrition program? 2019-06-07T04:00:00Z A group of U.S. senators is urging Agriculture Secretary Sonny Perdue to ensure that a bailout program intended to help U.S. farmers weather President Trump’s trade war does not benefit foreign-owned companies. Senators urge USDA to stop Trump farm bailout money from going to foreign-owned companies 2019-05-30T04:00:00Z She told hundreds of teachers, administrators, vocational and residential staff on the phone from multiple states that she learned of Agriculture Secretary Sonny Perdue’s decision four days ago. Trump administration to pull out of rural Job Corps program, laying off 1,100 federal workers 2019-05-24T04:00:00Z Agriculture Secretary Sonny Perdue donned an apron and took up barbecue tongs, urging Japan to buy more American beef. Japan trade a problem for Trump, but not as bad as China 2019-05-24T04:00:00Z Republican Sen. Susan Collins and independent Sen. Angus King joined the group of 47 senators in expressing concerns about the changes to Agriculture Secretary Sonny Perdue. Maine senators among dozens opposing SNAP rules overhaul 2019-04-01T04:00:00Z “It’s not moving as quickly as we believe it should,” Agriculture Secretary Sonny Perdue said this week in an interview with the Financial Times. Trump Administration Strikes Tougher Stance Ahead of China Talks 2019-03-22T04:00:00Z Agriculture Secretary Sonny Perdue called China’s pledges to purchase U.S. agricultural produce premature. U.S., China resume trade talks to thrash out structural agreements 2019-02-21T05:00:00Z He said he had consulted with Agriculture Secretary Sonny Perdue and learned that “our farmers are extremely happy.” A hill of beans: Soybeans upstage trade talks 2019-02-09T05:00:00Z The pork council continues to have an open line to Agriculture Secretary Sonny Perdue and his staff, said council spokesman Jim Monroe. ‘We’re left in the dark’: As many industries get shutdown relief, those without political clout feel left behind 2019-01-19T05:00:00Z “We are doing our best to minimize the impact of the partial federal funding lapse on America’s agricultural producers,” said Agriculture Secretary Sonny Perdue. Trump base blames Pelosi, Schumer for shutdown, stands with president 2019-01-16T05:00:00Z Agriculture Secretary Sonny Perdue told states to issue the February benefits early. Louisiana releasing February food stamps early amid shutdown 2019-01-14T05:00:00Z In Tennessee, Wheeler, Agriculture Secretary Sonny Perdue and farm industry leaders from Washington stood in front of tractors and U.S. flags last month to urge farmers to campaign for the rollback. Developers, not farmers, get biggest hit from wetlands rule 2019-01-13T05:00:00Z In Tennessee, Wheeler, Agriculture Secretary Sonny Perdue and farm industry leaders from Washington stood in front of tractors and U.S. flags last month to urge farmers to campaign for the rollback. Developers, not farmers, get biggest hit from wetlands rule 2019-01-14T05:00:00Z Agriculture Secretary Sonny Perdue said the so-called Supplemental Nutritional Assistance Program would receive funding for February thanks to a legal provision that allows money to be allocated within 30 days of a shutdown. Trump administration says it will provide food stamps in February... 2019-01-08T05:00:00Z Last year, Agriculture Secretary Sonny Perdue was tasked with the role. What is a 'designated survivor'? State of the Union role explained 2019-01-08T05:00:00Z Agriculture Secretary Sonny Perdue’s double talk about “the dignity of work” doesn’t change the facts. Opinion | Food stamp changes would just make life harder for those who struggle 2018-12-25T05:00:00Z Agriculture Secretary Sonny Perdue says the regulation to tighten work requirements was a tradeoff for Trump’s support for the bill. Trump signs $867B farm bill without food stamp program cuts 2018-12-20T05:00:00Z Agriculture Secretary Sonny Perdue commended Congress for “bringing the Farm Bill across the finish line” and encouraged Trump to sign it. Montana Editorial Roundup 2018-12-19T05:00:00Z The Augusta Chronicle reported Tuesday that Agriculture Secretary Sonny Perdue designated several Georgia counties as primary natural disaster areas, allowing the U.S. Eligible farmers can get loans to cover hurricane losses 2018-12-19T05:00:00Z “If kids are not eating what is being served, they are not benefiting, and food is being wasted,” Agriculture Secretary Sonny Perdue said this month. Opinion | The Trump administration is making school lunches less healthy again 2018-12-18T05:00:00Z Agriculture Secretary Sonny Purdue on Tuesday traveled to Tennessee to drum up support among the state’s agricultural community. Farmers asked to support Trump rollback of water rules 2018-12-18T05:00:00Z Agriculture Secretary Sonny Purdue on Tuesday traveled to Tennessee to drum up support among the state’s agricultural community. Farmers asked to support Trump rollback of water rules 2018-12-18T05:00:00Z She expressed her appreciation to Agriculture Secretary Sonny Perdue “for finding solutions to address the concerns of schools and students. This rule will entice more students to eat healthy school meals.” Team Trump says it's making school lunches 'great again.' It's making them less healthy 2018-12-14T05:00:00Z Agriculture Secretary Sonny Perdue expressed support for the legislation in a statement Monday night. The Senate just passed an $867 billion farm bill. Here’s what’s in it. 2018-12-11T05:00:00Z “Expansive work is needed to reduce fuels and threats from insects and diseases,” wrote Forest Service Chief Vicki Christiansen after Agriculture Secretary Sonny Perdue announced a new management strategy in August. Vast forests of dead or stressed trees prompt new federal approach to restoration out West 2018-12-06T05:00:00Z Agriculture Secretary Sonny Perdue is not shy about sharing his taste for chocolate milk. Trump Administration Rolls Back Obama-Era Rules for School Lunches 2018-12-08T05:00:00Z Agriculture Secretary Mike Espy and Democrat Tobey Bernard Bartee, who is a former military intelligence officer. Special US Senate race in Mississippi could go to a runoff 2018-11-05T05:00:00Z The Department of Agriculture would conduct an environmental analysis if Agriculture Secretary Sonny Perdue accepts it. Utah seeks more influence over national forest management 2018-10-31T04:00:00Z But as the National Milk Producers Federation told Agriculture Secretary Sonny Perdue last week, “This optimism was dashed when relations with several major trading partners were first disrupted in late May.” California's dairy farmers were struggling to regain profitability. Then came the trade wars 2018-10-26T04:00:00Z In August, Agriculture Secretary Sonny Perdue said in a news release it would help “mitigate the trade damages sustained by our farmers” from “unfair” retaliation by foreign countries. ‘People are worried and people are scared.’ These workers are hurt by Trump’s trade war, but ineligible for his bailout 2018-10-24T04:00:00Z Agriculture Secretary Sonny Perdue said last week he was confident the rule would be ready for the driving season next year, although industry experts said such a timeline was too ambitious. EPA plans to issue higher-ethanol gasoline proposal by February:... 2018-10-17T04:00:00Z Agriculture Secretary Mike Espy, are raising money and campaigning around the state. Analysis: Campaigning like incumbent risky for Hyde-Smith 2018-10-14T04:00:00Z Agriculture Secretary Sonny Perdue disagreed Monday, saying the decision to ban the chemical was “based on a misunderstanding of both the available scientific information and EPA’s pesticide regulatory system.” Trump administration defends nerve agent pesticide found harmful to children - Los Angeles Times 2018-09-25T04:00:00Z Clues that the president's trade policies will play a role in the November midterm elections can be seen in Agriculture Secretary Sonny Perdue's travel schedule. Trump's tariffs could sow trouble for GOP in farm districts 2018-09-19T04:00:00Z Clues that the president’s trade policies will play a role in the November midterm elections can be seen in Agriculture Secretary Sonny Perdue’s travel schedule. Trump’s tariffs could sow trouble for GOP in farm districts 2018-09-19T04:00:00Z Agriculture Secretary Sonny Perdue told reporters that he considered the verdict “despicable.” Hurricane Florence Hits Eastern North Carolina, “the Cesspool of the United States” 2018-09-15T04:00:00Z “These programs will allow President Trump time to strike long-term trade deals to benefit our entire economy, including the agricultural sector, in the long run,” said Agriculture Secretary Sonny Perdue. Federal bailout launched for farmers caught in Trump’s trade wars 2018-09-04T04:00:00Z Among Republicans, state Agriculture Secretary Adam Putnam was seen as the safe, responsible choice, who picked endorsements from many Florida officeholders. Primary voters set the stage for some historic 2018 contests 2018-08-29T04:00:00Z Agriculture Secretary Sonny Perdue said on Thursday that details of a planned $12 billion aid package for U.S. farmers hurt by the Trump administration’s trade wars will be disclosed on Monday. U.S. agriculture secretary: Farm aid details to be disclosed Monday 2018-08-23T04:00:00Z The plan, announced by Agriculture Secretary Sonny Perdue last week, would relocate one top research office — the Economic Research Service — into the Office of the Secretary, a political branch of the Agriculture Department. Analysis | Scientists are raising the alarm that upcoming USDA overhaul will slash research funding 2018-08-16T04:00:00Z Agriculture Secretary Sonny Perdue and others to strike a deal with the oil industry that will lift the ban, according to three sources briefed on the meetings. Pressure mounts on Trump to deliver for Iowa ahead of elections 2018-08-17T04:00:00Z “The current H-2A is cumbersome, convoluted and does not work for many producers,” Agriculture Secretary Sonny Perdue told USDA’s annual Agricultural Outlook Forum in February. ‘Crops go unharvested and animals go uncared for.’ Concerns about Washington farmworker shortage grow 2018-08-02T04:00:00Z Trump ordered Agriculture Secretary Sonny Perdue to prepare a range of options several months ago, amid complaints from farmers that their products faced retaliatory tariffs from China and other countries. Opinion | A $12 billion solution to a political problem of Trump’s own making 2018-07-24T04:00:00Z Trump ordered Agriculture Secretary Sonny Purdue several months ago to begin work on the plan. White House readies plan for $12 billion in emergency aid to farmers caught in Trump’s escalating trade war 2018-07-24T04:00:00Z Agriculture Secretary Sonny Perdue says this is only a “short-term solution.” A $12 Billion ‘Rounding Error’ 2018-07-24T04:00:00Z Agriculture Secretary Sonny Perdue, who preceded Mr. Deal as governor, made the case for Mr. Kemp with the president following a cabinet meeting last week. Brian Kemp Wins Georgia G.O.P. Runoff for Governor to Face Stacey Abrams 2018-07-25T04:00:00Z Three Trump administration officials said Trump endorsed Kemp after conferring with Agriculture Secretary Sonny Perdue, a former Georgia governor who officials said circumvented the internal process on endorsements to advocate on Kemp’s behalf. Trump’s endorsements signal more involvement in GOP politics 2018-07-23T04:00:00Z “In this business of food, there is both a person on the production side and a person on the consumption side,” state Agriculture Secretary Russell Redding said. Tumultuous dairy industry contributes to tough choices 2018-06-02T04:00:00Z Department of Agriculture Secretary Michael Scuse said in a statement that the new regulations comply with the top state court’s ruling and are designed to protect the public. NRA affiliate sues over new Delaware state parks weapons ban 2018-05-25T04:00:00Z Agriculture Secretary Sonny Perdue is visiting Colorado as part of a tour highlighting Trump administration priorities on support for farmers and food stamps. Agriculture secretary visiting Colorado on four-state tour 2018-05-15T04:00:00Z Agriculture Secretary Sonny Perdue is kicking off a four-state listening tour in New Mexico as House Republicans on Capitol Hill push for a five-year renewal of federal farm and nutrition policy. Agriculture secretary tours Rockies amid farm-aid debate 2018-05-14T04:00:00Z Agriculture Secretary Sonny Purdue is kicking off a four-state listening tour in New Mexico as House Republicans on Capitol Hill push for a five-year renewal of federal farm and nutrition policy. Agriculture secretary tours Rockies amid farm-aid debate 2018-05-14T04:00:00Z The final rules are due by July 29, though Agriculture Secretary Sonny Perdue said last week that they probably would not be finalized until the end of the summer. Mandatory GMO labels are coming to your food 2018-05-04T04:00:00Z Growers have complained that the Trump administration’s stepped-up actions against undocumented immigrants scare away workers, a view Agriculture Secretary Sonny Perdue has relayed to the White House. Raids and tariffs? We'll take our lumps, say California farmers 2018-04-21T04:00:00Z As part of Agriculture Secretary Sonny Perdue’s strategic goal of ensuring that programs are delivered efficiently, effectively and with integrity, the U.S. South Carolina editorial roundup 2018-04-18T04:00:00Z Agriculture Secretary Sonny Perdue on Wednesday said negotiations were the preferred method for easing trade tensions between China and the United States. Negotiations still best tool in U.S.-China trade row: Perdue 2018-04-11T04:00:00Z Responding to cries of worry from farm-state Republicans, Trump last week ordered Agriculture Secretary Sonny Perdue to develop a plan to protect farmers from retaliation. The winners in Trump’s trade war? This Indiana family. The losers? The same family. 2018-04-09T04:00:00Z Agriculture Secretary Mike Espy and possibly others will run in a November special election to fill the rest of Cochran’s term until January 2021. The Latest: Candidate drops his challenge of US Sen. Wicker 2018-03-28T04:00:00Z He also served as federal Agriculture Secretary during the final year of the George W. Bush administration. Fargo agriculture research center being named for Ed Schafer 2018-03-15T04:00:00Z Agriculture Secretary Sonny Perdue on Feb. 22 acknowledged the idea took congressional members by surprise but said his staff consulted with experts. ‘Harvest Boxes’: Grocers fear for business, patrons’ health 2018-03-05T05:00:00Z Rival Democratic candidate and former state Agriculture Secretary Joshua Svaty issued a statement saying it’s not surprising that Sebelius would endorse Kelly because they were neighbors for years in Topeka. Sebelius endorses state senator in Kansas governor’s race 2018-03-04T05:00:00Z Agriculture Secretary Sonny Perdue told an agriculture conference on Wednesday that he and President Donald Trump support the country’s biofuels policy, and that any reports to the contrary are “fake news.” U.S. Agriculture Secretary seeks to calm farmers after Trump... 2018-02-28T05:00:00Z Agriculture Secretary Sonny Perdue called the box “a bold, innovative approach to providing nutritious food to people who need assistance feeding themselves and their families.” Food box idea draws ire from Democrats, advocates 2018-02-15T05:00:00Z Agriculture Secretary Sonny Perdue called it “a bold, innovative approach to providing nutritious food to people who need assistance feeding themselves and their families — and all of it is home-grown by American farmers and producers.” Donald Trump’s food stamp plan enrages liberals 2018-02-13T05:00:00Z “The state of the rural economy is fragile,” Agriculture Secretary Sonny Perdue told lawmakers during a hearing of the House Agriculture Committee on Tuesday. Farm Belt Braces for Falling Incomes, Trade Disputes 2018-02-08T05:00:00Z Thirty-five organizations, including Compassion Over Killing, Friends of the Earth and Waterkeeper Alliance, asked Agriculture Secretary Sonny Perdue on Tuesday to reject the rules proposed last month. Animal protection, environment groups oppose new pork rules 2018-02-06T05:00:00Z Agriculture Secretary Sonny Perdue told an agriculture conference on Wednesday that he and President Donald Trump support the country’s biofuels policy, and that any reports to the contrary are “fake news.” U.S. Agriculture Secretary seeks to calm farmers after Trump... 2018-02-28T05:00:00Z So dire is the situation that Amish leaders and dairymen from around Lancaster County will meet Monday with state Agriculture Secretary Russell Redding and Zimmerman in New Holland. Large numbers of dairy farmers may sell cows soon 2018-02-03T05:00:00Z Some sophisticates made fun of Agriculture Secretary Sonny Perdue, who prayed for rain during a drought while he was governor of Georgia. The Jewish Arbor Day 2018-01-26T05:00:00Z Agriculture Secretary Sonny Perdue urged his Canadian counterpart to “get his negotiators in the game” at a recent farmers’ convention that Mr. Trump attended. Canada and Mexico Seek to Head Off U.S. Exit From Nafta at Montreal Talks 2018-01-22T05:00:00Z Agriculture Secretary Russell Redding says the sculpture unveiled Thursday highlights the careers and roles the dairy industry plays in the state. Half-ton butter sculpture unveiled at Pennsylvania Farm Show 2018-01-04T05:00:00Z According to Agriculture Secretary Russell Redding, the 14 projects produced valuable technical data on everything from seed-sourcing to harvesting. Editorials from around Pennsylvania 2017-12-13T05:00:00Z Agriculture Secretary Sonny Perdue to find the money to allow wolf depredation services to continue. Minnesota lawmakers seek more federal money for wolf control 2017-10-18T04:00:00Z On Monday, Agriculture Secretary Sonny Perdue conducted an aerial tour of damaged citrus groves, promising growers “generous,” “compassionate” and “quick” aid in response to the storm. Analysis | Hurricane Irma may speed the end of orange juice, America’s biggest source of ‘fruit’ 2017-09-20T04:00:00Z "You know, when you have to spend so much fighting fires, you can’t spend the money that’s appropriated to prevent forest fires," Agriculture Secretary Sonny Perdue said in a speech last week. Analysis | The Energy 202: Hurricanes are dominating the news. But forest fires are raging out West. 2017-09-20T04:00:00Z Forest Service budget that mostly goes to fires, Agriculture Secretary Sonny Perdue said on Thursday. Cost of fighting U.S. wildfires topped $2 billion in 2017 2017-09-14T04:00:00Z Agriculture Secretary Sonny Perdue says he’s impressed with what he saw in the Granite State. USDA secretary impressed by NH agriculture innovation 2017-09-02T04:00:00Z "This market represents an exceptional opportunity today, with enormous potential for growth in the future," said US Agriculture Secretary Sonny Perdue. New agreement will allow US rice exports to China - BBC News 2017-07-21T04:00:00Z News from the recent School Nutrition Association, which staged a national conference last week in Atlanta attended by Agriculture Secretary Sonny Perdue, and some 6,500 professionals in the field. Inside the Beltway: Vigorous economy, productivity thrive despite media attacks on Trump 2017-07-16T04:00:00Z Agriculture Secretary Tom Vilsack spent a significant amount of time trying to find out why rural America was being hit so hard. Recent Missouri editorials 2017-07-11T04:00:00Z Forest Service budget that mostly goes to fires, Agriculture Secretary Sonny Perdue said on Thursday. Cost of fighting U.S. wildfires topped $2 billion in 2017 2017-09-14T04:00:00Z Headlining the Democrat side of the field is former state legislator and Agriculture Secretary Josh Svaty, an Ellsworth-area farmer, and former Wichita Mayor Carl Brewer, who would be the state’s first black governor. Recent Kansas Editorials 2017-07-11T04:00:00Z He was joined by Agriculture Secretary Sonny Perdue and Commerce Secretary Wilbur Ross as part of the administration’s latest theme week, this time to highlight the importance of technology. In Iowa, the president channels his inner candidate Trump 2017-06-22T04:00:00Z Traveling with the president was Agriculture Secretary Sonny Perdue, as they highlighted technological advances in farming to increase productivity and reduce the agriculture sector’s carbon footprint. Donald Trump proposes new immigration rules 2017-06-21T04:00:00Z Scheduled to join him were Agriculture Secretary Sonny Perdue and Commerce Secretary Wilbur Ross as part of the administration’s effort this week to highlight the importance of technology. In Iowa, Trump ready to rally base, celebrate GOP resilience 2017-06-21T04:00:00Z Even when Ms. Handel spoke on Saturday at a final get-out-the-vote rally with two of Mr. Trump’s cabinet members, Mr. Price and Agriculture Secretary Sonny Perdue, she made no mention of the president. Karen Handel Wins Georgia Special Election, Fending Off Upstart Democrat 2017-06-20T04:00:00Z Agriculture Secretary Sonny Perdue to allow emergency haying of grassland enrolled in the federal Conservation Reserve Program. Congressional delegation asks for emergency CRP haying 2017-06-20T04:00:00Z A former Georgia secretary of state, Handel campaigned with Price and Agriculture Secretary Sonny Perdue, a former Georgia governor. Democrats see high stakes in Georgia’s special election 2017-06-18T04:00:00Z And Agriculture Secretary Sonny Perdue, after noting that some of his colleagues had touted their international travels for Trump, served up this: “A lot of us just got back from Mississippi. They love you there.” Praise for the chief: Trump’s Cabinet tells him it’s an ‘honor’ and ‘blessing’ to serve 2017-06-12T04:00:00Z Agriculture Secretary Sonny Perdue is departing from the president’s plan to overhaul U.S. food aid, reaffirming on Wednesday that he still does not believe the food stamp system is “broken” or requires fundamental change. Analysis | Trump official in charge of food stamps departs from Trump’s plan to gut the program 2017-05-24T04:00:00Z Agriculture Secretary Sonny Perdue was lukewarm in defending Trump’s budget to Democrats and some Republicans who rejected proposed cuts to farm programs and food stamps. Trump budget faces Dem opposition, GOP doubts about math 2017-05-24T04:00:00Z Department of Agriculture Secretary Sonny Perdue announced this month that the agency will delay planned sodium limits and allow schools to scale back on whole-grain requirements. Georgia schools await details on healthy meal standards 2017-05-20T04:00:00Z Agriculture Secretary Sonny Perdue will visit South Dakota to discuss his department’s initiatives for bringing veterans into agriculture. Ag Secretary Perdue touts veterans’ programs in South Dakota 2017-05-18T04:00:00Z However, earlier this month, US Agriculture Secretary Sonny Perdue postponed reductions in sodium, relaxed requirements for whole grains and allowed sweetened flavoured milk back. Michelle Obama attacks Trump school meals policy - BBC News 2017-05-13T04:00:00Z In one of his first major acts, Agriculture Secretary Sonny Perdue announced earlier this month that the department will delay an upcoming requirement to reduce the amount of sodium in meals. Michelle Obama criticizes Trump school lunch decision 2017-05-12T04:00:00Z In one of his first major actions, Agriculture Secretary Sonny Perdue said the department will delay an upcoming requirement to reduce the amount of sodium in school meals. Michelle Obama criticizes Trump school lunch decision 2017-05-12T04:00:00Z Agriculture Secretary Sonny Perdue announced this week that his department would back away from enforcing the latest sodium-reduction target for school meals. Will L.A. schools pass the salt and toss the whole wheat with relaxed Trump standards? 2017-05-04T04:00:00Z U.S. farmers and ranchers won’t be worse off after the Trump administration renegotiates the North American Free Trade Agreement, Agriculture Secretary Sonny Perdue says. USDA Secretary Perdue Says Farmers Won’t Get a Worse Deal in Nafta Renegotiation 2017-05-03T04:00:00Z New Agriculture Secretary Sonny Perdue postponed reductions in sodium, relaxed requirements for whole grains and allowed sweetened flavoured milk back. White House relaxes Obama-era healthy school lunch rules - BBC News 2017-05-02T04:00:00Z Agriculture Secretary Sonny Perdue traveled to a school in Leesburg, Virginia, to announce that the administration was rolling back some nutrition standards for federally subsidized school meals. The Latest: Gov’t relaxes healthy standard for school meals 2017-05-01T04:00:00Z In his first major act in the Cabinet, Agriculture Secretary Sonny Perdue is planning an announcement Monday afternoon at an elementary school in the Washington suburb of Leesburg, Virginia. Trump administration to roll back some school meal standards 2017-05-01T04:00:00Z He has been in office less than a week, but Agriculture Secretary Sonny Perdue on Monday already is preparing to debut a new interim rule to provide “regulatory flexibility” on the lunch question. Inside the Beltway: Democrats question opposition 2017-04-30T04:00:00Z Agriculture Secretary Tom Vilsack as its president and chief executive officer, making him the top official promoting American milk producers and processors overseas. Former USDA chief Vilsack named head of U.S. Dairy Export Council 2017-01-17T05:00:00Z Nearly 1.4 million Pennsylvanians are at risk for hunger in one of the most agricultural states in the Northeast, said Agriculture Secretary George Greig. Hunters help the hungry: Venison vital to charities 2016-12-10T05:00:00Z “Rather than buying a plant that’s shipped in, you are supporting your local grower - your friends and neighbors,” said New Jersey Agriculture Secretary Douglas Fisher. Poinsettia crop down, but still a major holiday seller 2016-12-04T05:00:00Z As the News-Press reported, Agriculture Secretary Tom Vilsack is leading a campaign to have this funding approved by early December, before Congress breaks for the holidays. Recent Missouri Editorials 2016-11-01T04:00:00Z The USDA's Agriculture Secretary appoints the checkoff programs' board members, who in turn hire staff. USDA: Egg group inappropriately targeted vegan spread 2016-10-07T04:00:00Z The USDA’s Agriculture Secretary appoints the checkoff programs’ board members, who in turn hire staff. USDA: Egg group inappropriately targeted vegan spread 2016-10-07T04:00:00Z Agriculture Secretary Tom Vilsack is visiting Kentucky to announce a program to reduce rural poverty nationwide. Ag secretary announcing program to reduce rural poverty 2016-10-06T04:00:00Z The problem is no surprise in Washington, where Agriculture Secretary Tom Vilsack leads the White House Rural Council, which is seeking solutions to the opioid addiction epidemic. North Carolina editorial roundup 2016-10-05T04:00:00Z Agriculture Secretary Tom Vilsack says the grants will “help bring traditionally underserved people into farming, as well as veterans who want to return home to rural areas.” Group in Crow Creek Rez gets $169K to help minority farmers 2016-10-02T04:00:00Z “It’s satisfying to change the perspective of an island that once viewed agriculture as a thing of the past, as something for people without education,” Puerto Rican Agriculture Secretary Myrna Comas said. Puerto Rico finds unexpected source of growth in agriculture 2016-09-27T04:00:00Z Late last year, Agriculture Secretary Tom Vilsack strode into the Oval Office to tell President Obama that he wanted to resign. Tom Vilsack’s lonely fight for a ‘forgotten’ rural America 2016-09-26T04:00:00Z In that pursuit, he received an assist from Agriculture Secretary Tom Vilsack, who as overseer of the Forest Service predicted disaster if Congress failed to allocate much more money for preventive forest management. Like Tens of Millions of Matchsticks, California’s Dead Trees Stand Ready to Burn 2016-08-29T04:00:00Z Agriculture Secretary Tom Vilsack is highlighting the department’s investments in rural infrastructure projects with a visit to an Ohio college. Agriculture chief touts investments in Ohio college visit 2016-09-22T04:00:00Z She and others such as Interior Secretary Sally Jewell and Agriculture Secretary Tom Vilsack feed the president information, but in the end, it’s “his decision, his sole decision.” National monument proposals in vogue as Obama prepares exit 2016-08-15T04:00:00Z That would have been Agriculture Secretary Tom Vilsack, who has known her since the 1970s. How Hillary Clinton proposed to Tim Kaine 2016-07-23T04:00:00Z Clinton was also drawn to Agriculture Secretary Tom Vilsack, the former Iowa governor who remained in the running until the end. How Hillary Clinton chose Virginia Sen. Tim Kaine as her VP 2016-07-22T04:00:00Z So Much for the War on Drugs “And Agriculture Secretary Tom Vilsack, who was participating in a town hall meeting on opioids in the St. Louis area, refused to comment on the vetting process.” Trump Flew Over the Cuckoo’s Nest 2016-07-22T04:00:00Z Agriculture Secretary Vilsack is also considered a top contender for the number two spot. US election: Hillary Clinton poised to announce running mate - BBC News 2016-07-22T04:00:00Z Another candidate who emerged late to take a top position in speculation is Agriculture Secretary Tom Vilsack, a longtime friend of the presumptive Democratic nominee and the former governor of Iowa. Warren: I Don't Think I'll Be Clinton's Veep 2016-07-22T04:00:00Z Agriculture Secretary Tom Vilsack is also under consideration, among a few others. The Latest: Clinton lays flowers at Pulse nightclub 2016-07-22T04:00:00Z In the waning days of the Clinton “veepstakes,” Virginia Sen. Timothy M. Kaine and Agriculture Secretary Tom Vilsack have emerged as her leading choices, according to several Democrats familiar with her thinking. Once again, Hispanics were considered for VP. Once again, they’re expecting to be passed over. 2016-07-20T04:00:00Z The Agriculture Secretary would develop a program that forces producers to add a symbol or notice about GMOs on packages, or a QR code, which consumers scan with smart phones. The GMO Labeling Farce 2016-07-13T04:00:00Z Agriculture Secretary Earl Butz made a visit to Moscow and held a 90-minute conversation regarding trade between Russia and the United States with Soviet Party Leader Leonid Brezhnev, which Butz deemed “friendly.” A Brief History of U.S. Presidents Visiting Poland 2016-07-07T04:00:00Z “Tree dies-offs of this magnitude are unprecedented and increase the risk of catastrophic wildfires that puts property and lives at risk,” Agriculture Secretary Tom Vilsack said in a statement. 26 million trees have died in the Sierra since October, raising fire risk 2016-06-22T04:00:00Z Department of Agriculture Secretary Tom Vilsack criticizing the agency for denying Maine's request for a waiver to institute such a ban. Maine's Governor Doesn't Want Food Stamps Used for Candy 2016-06-22T04:00:00Z Department of Agriculture Secretary Tom Vilsack criticizing the agency for denying Maine’s request for a waiver to institute such a ban. Maine governor threatens to halt federal food stamp program 2016-06-21T04:00:00Z Department of Agriculture Secretary Tom Vilsack last week criticizing the agency for denying Maine’s request for a waiver to institute such a ban. LePage threatens halting food stamps in Maine 2016-06-21T04:00:00Z Agriculture Secretary Tom Vilsack said in a news release Monday that the U.S. Federal government to help cotton producers with costs 2016-06-07T04:00:00Z Soon, they will be fuel, for what rangers fear will be a catastrophic wildfire season — “40 million opportunities for fire,” as Agriculture Secretary Tom Vilsack put it. A walk in the dead woods 2016-05-31T04:00:00Z Agriculture Secretary Tom Vilsack also said some desired changes in farming practices are happening already. An Agricultural Revolution, 1 Burrito at a Time 2016-05-20T04:00:00Z “Organic food is one of the fasting growing segments of American agriculture,” Agriculture Secretary Tom Vilsack said last month as the U.S. Recent editorials published in Nebraska newspapers 2016-05-16T04:00:00Z State Agriculture Secretary Ed Kee cheered the company’s business model as a potential new source of demand for Delaware crops. Startup to launch farm-to-6-pack movement in Delaware 2016-05-08T04:00:00Z Forest Service spent more than half its budget fighting fires in 2015, and Agriculture Secretary Tom Vilsack said the Forest Service will “end up a fire department” if Congress doesn’t ease its budget crunch. Canadian fire is grim reminder, warning for Eastern Washington 2016-05-06T04:00:00Z Iowa Agriculture Secretary Bill Northey says the state plans to resume its inspections when the Food and Drug Administration lifts its own ban on them. Iowa stopped inspecting egg farms during bird flu outbreak 2016-03-20T04:00:00Z Agriculture Secretary, where he’s been tasked by President Obama with fighting the problems of heroin and opioid abuse in rural communities. Meet the Son of an Addict Leading the Fight Against Opioids 2016-02-08T05:00:00Z Agriculture Secretary Ed Schafer is serving as the school’s interim president. University of North Dakota president candidate list trimmed 2016-02-03T05:00:00Z Agriculture Secretary Ed Schafer is serving as interim president through June. UND president search committee interviewing candidates 2016-02-01T05:00:00Z Agriculture Secretary Tom Vilsack said developing biofuel refineries for aviation fuel offered great potential for creating jobs in the U.S. rural economy. Amidst drop in oil prices, U.S. Navy deploys 'Great Green Fleet' 2016-01-19T05:00:00Z Agriculture Secretary Tom Vilsack and Vermont officials have announced a $46 million loan program that will be used to help Vermonters and small businesses improve energy efficiency. USDA secretary announces energy efficiency loan program 2016-01-08T05:00:00Z "Small changes can add up to big differences," said Agriculture Secretary Tom Vilsack. Cut back on sugar, US says _ especially those 16-ounce drinks _ but less worry about eggs 2016-01-07T05:00:00Z “Small changes can add up to big differences,” said Agriculture Secretary Tom Vilsack. Hold the 16-oz drink, limit salt _ gov’t offers guidelines 2016-01-07T05:00:00Z "Nobody's complacent because of the 2007 and 2008 experience. This is not a done deal," said Agriculture Secretary Tom Vilsack, a former Iowa governor who introduced Clinton at events on Monday. Democratic presidential front-runner Hillary Clinton is preaching a message of urgency, challenging her supporters to dig in during the final month before Iowa's lead-off presidential caucuses 2016-01-06T05:00:00Z After the law was passed, Agriculture Secretary Tom Vilsack said the government immediately would stop requiring the labels. Congressional repeal of labeling law means consumers will find it harder to know meat origin 2016-01-04T05:00:00Z “This is very good news and another sign that we continue to recover from this devastating animal health emergency,” Iowa Agriculture Secretary Bill Northey said. Recent editorials published in Iowa newspapers 2016-01-03T05:00:00Z Iowa Agriculture Secretary Bill Northey said in a news release Tuesday that the announcement “is very good news and another sign that we continue to recover from this devastating animal health emergency.” Iowa to lift exhibitions ban imposed because of bird flu 2015-12-29T05:00:00Z Under the legislation, Agriculture Secretary Tom Vilsack and Health and Human Services Secretary Sylvia Burwell are required to ensure that any revisions to the guidelines are "based on significant scientific agreement." Congress: We need to review the Dietary Guidelines for Americans 2015-12-18T05:00:00Z She and Agriculture Secretary Tom Vilsack also used email aliases, making it harder for Freedom of Information Act filers to track down correspondence. The Obama Secrets Regime 2015-12-18T05:00:00Z That list even includes Agriculture Secretary Tom Vilsack, who wrote a letter to Interior Secretary Sally Jewell a few weeks ago recommending that all energy leases in the Badger-Two Medicine Traditional Cultural District be canceled. Montana Editorial Roundup 2015-11-18T05:00:00Z Department of Agriculture Secretary Tom Vilsack visited campus in September to challenge students to help prevent food waste. University of Illinois works to cut back on food waste 2015-11-01T04:00:00Z Assistant Agriculture Secretary for Food and Consumer Services ordered a reduction of nitrites in bacon due to a suspected link between the preservatives and cancer. Link Between Bacon and Cancer Had Been Long Suspected 2015-10-26T04:00:00Z Former state Agriculture Secretary Walt Bones says his father once employed 45 people full and part time on their operation northeast of Parker. On the farm in SD, robotics mean more leisure, fewer workers 2015-10-05T04:00:00Z His departure leaves Agriculture Secretary Tom Vilsack as the last original Cabinet member in office. Outgoing Secretary of Education Arne Duncan had ambitious, controversial reach 2015-10-02T04:00:00Z Agriculture Secretary Tom Vilsack announced Friday the distribution of funds allocated in last year’s farm bill to hundreds of local food marketing programs. USDA awards $35 million in local food, farmers market grants 2015-10-02T04:00:00Z “That message is beginning to penetrate and resonate,” Agriculture Secretary Tom Vilsack said in an interview. Another food fight? Congress mulls school meal standards 2015-09-18T04:00:00Z Agriculture Secretary Tom Vilsack, citing the shortage of firefighting resources as hot weather and dry conditions sparked dozens of wildfires last month. Montana helicopters won’t fight fires on US lands this year 2015-09-11T04:00:00Z Under the agreement with the Conservation Law Foundation, Agriculture Secretary Chuck Ross said, he will issue a revised decision on a plan to reduce phosphorus-laden runoff from farms in northern Vermont’s Missisquoi River basin. Farm pollution settlement seen as blueprint for lake cleanup 2015-09-04T04:00:00Z He was joined by Agriculture Secretary Tom Vilsack, whose department oversees the Forest Service. As wildfires rage and budgets dwindle, more federal funds sought for firefighting 2015-08-29T04:00:00Z Agriculture Secretary Tom Vilsack says his agency plans to spend more than $200 million over the next three years on programs to protect greater sage grouse — regardless of whether the bird receives federal protections. Agriculture chief promises more sage grouse spending in West as bird becomes political issue 2015-08-27T04:00:00Z There are more firefighters on the ground this season than ever before, and the federal government is spending more than $150m a week on fire suppression, Agriculture Secretary Tom Vilsack said. Wildfires continue to engulf parts of Washington after firefighter deaths 2015-08-22T04:00:00Z Agriculture Secretary Tom Vilsack called for Congress to consider a disaster program for poultry producers similar to those for other livestock farmers. The recap: Google pushes back against ‘right to be forgotten’ and more news 2015-07-31T04:00:00Z Agriculture Secretary Tom Vilsack declare a disaster in counties hit hard by flooding. Illinois seeks USDA disaster declaration due to flooding 2015-07-23T04:00:00Z Agriculture Secretary Tom Vilsack told the House Agriculture Committee at a hearing on Wednesday that the agency plans to quickly license it for widespread production if it is effective for turkeys. USDA scientists develop bird flu vaccine that works on chickens and is being tested on turkeys 2015-07-22T04:00:00Z Agriculture Secretary Tom Vilsack says he’s not ready to declare the Midwest bird flu outbreak over. USDA secretary not ready to declare bird flu outbreak over 2015-07-20T04:00:00Z Some don’t consider financial support for such rural development projects to be among the agency’s fundamental roles but Agriculture Secretary Tom Vilsack disagrees. USDA offers funding for farmers markets, local food programs 2015-07-05T04:00:00Z The program was part of Obama’s initiative to revitalize and modernize the rural economy, Agriculture Secretary Tom Vilsack said. USDA program promotes products such as plant-based bottles 2015-06-17T04:00:00Z Agriculture Secretary Tom Vilsack promoted the brewery project in announcing the grants Wednesday. USDA grants totaling $6.7M encourage efficiency, renewables 2015-06-10T04:00:00Z Agriculture Secretary Tom Vilsack and Interior Secretary Sally Jewell will discuss wildfire threats and the nationwide outlook for the wildfire season Tuesday in Denver. Wet spring reduces wildfire risk in most of US for June 2015-06-09T04:00:00Z Vermont Agriculture Secretary Chuck Ross says the effort - which will get $25,000 in state startup funding - follows legislation last year that aims to promote Vermont agricultural products in other states. Vermont farmers will have stand at Boston Public Market 2015-06-07T04:00:00Z “Federal and state governments and private landowners recognize that a healthy sagebrush landscape means a healthy western economy,” said Agriculture Secretary Tom Vilsack, who oversees the Forest Service. There are only 400,000 sage grouse left. Here’s the government’s new plan to save an awesome bird 2015-05-28T04:00:00Z Iowa Agriculture Secretary Bill Northey says the size of the bird flu outbreak is unprecedented and the government is working to respond. Some Iowa farmers upset with government’s bird flu response 2015-05-24T04:00:00Z Agriculture Secretary Tom Vilsack says millions of Iowa birds killed or destroyed in the wake of a bird flu outbreak should be disposed of or incinerated within the next week. Disposal of millions of birds killed in outbreak coming soon 2015-05-23T04:00:00Z Department of Agriculture Secretary Tom Vilsack fire employee Shirley Sherrod in a bogus racial scandal, and lame duck Obama, who seemingly no longer fears a bad news cycle or a voter backlash at the polls. Obama Has a New, Bolder Voice on Race 2015-05-20T04:00:00Z The virus is spread by wild birds that leave their droppings on farms, said Iowa Agriculture Secretary Bill Northey. Bird flu hits hard in egg-producing Iowa; 25 million hens may be lost 2015-05-17T04:00:00Z Agriculture Secretary Tom Vilsack outlined the department's plan in a May 1 letter to employees, saying the certification is being done at the request of a "leading global company," which he did not identify. USDA develops first government label for GMO-free products 2015-05-14T04:00:00Z In another letter, to former Agriculture Secretary Elliot Morley, Charles suggests the Royal Navy might be able to help stop illegal fishing. UK Charles' letters show concern for troops and toothfish 2015-05-13T04:00:00Z Agriculture Secretary Tom Vilsack said Monday in a statement accompanying the report. Science, Technology, Engineering and Math Skills a Necessity in 27 Percent of New Agriculture Jobs 2015-05-11T04:00:00Z Iowa Agriculture Secretary Bill Northey argues litigation is not a constructive way to address the state’s water quality. Iowa farmers ponder effects of Water Works lawsuit 2015-05-09T04:00:00Z The six cities, one rural area and one tribal community named by Housing Secretary Julian Castro and Agriculture Secretary Tom Vilsack are: Obama administration names 2nd group of 'Promise Zones' 2015-04-28T04:00:00Z “As demand for organic products continues to soar, more and more producers are entering the organic market,” said Agriculture Secretary Tom Vilsack in a statement. There's a Record Number of Organic Farms and Processing Facilities in the U.S. 2015-04-15T04:00:00Z Agriculture Secretary Tom Vilsack soon to discuss the federal response to the crisis. Klobuchar discusses bird flu with Minnesota turkey producers 2015-04-09T04:00:00Z Agriculture Secretary Tom Vilsack, thanking his agency for its quick response and urging him to ensure that funding keeps flowing for control efforts and to compensate producers for their losses. Jennie-O turkey farm in Minnesota hit by deadly bird flu 2015-04-08T04:00:00Z Agriculture Secretary Tom Vilsack says one-third of U.S. children are overweight or obese. MSU gets $4.7 million to attack obesity among preschoolers 2015-04-01T04:00:00Z Agriculture Secretary Tom Vilsack announced that most of Oregon is in drought disaster mode. Oregon’s drought triggers federal disaster loan program 2015-03-21T04:00:00Z Agriculture Secretary Tom Vilsack says his agency will partner with the University of Kentucky for a new initiative to combat childhood hunger. Rural child poverty nutrition center to be in Kentucky 2015-03-19T04:00:00Z In Iowa, Clinton’s campaign is expected to be run by Matt Paul, a longtime adviser to Agriculture Secretary Tom Vilsack, a former Iowa governor. Clinton filling out campaign team ahead of launch 2015-03-12T04:00:00Z "We want to make sure we don't cede ground to China," Agriculture Secretary Tom Vilsack said last month. China is Obama's trump card in push for Pacific Rim trade pact 2015-03-08T05:00:00Z Over the next few months, Agriculture Secretary Thomas Vilsack will craft a new definition of “active farmer.” State and Local Govt. Received Millions In Federal 'Farm Aid' 2015-02-27T05:00:00Z Agriculture Secretary Tom Vilsack said "it is by no means over" with the release of the report. Healthful diet report: Sugary drinks out; coffee, eggs in 2015-02-20T05:00:00Z Agriculture Secretary Tom Vilsack will visit Minnesota to discuss efforts to expand trade. Vilsack visits Minnesota to talk about export opportunities 2015-02-13T05:00:00Z Agriculture Secretary Tom Vilsack said Monday that the funding will be split between long-term research and shorter-term measures. 5 Things to Know in Florida for Feb. 10 2015-02-09T05:00:00Z When Congress intervened in December, Agriculture Secretary Tom Vilsack said lawmakers shouldn't be meddling in science. Panel reverses, says white potatoes ok for WIC recipients 2015-02-03T05:00:00Z Agriculture Secretary Tom Vilsack last summer expressing concerns about the Forest Service’s development of its forthcoming sheep plan. Wyoming lawmakers move to block cuts to sheep grazing 2015-01-30T05:00:00Z Vermont Agriculture Secretary Chuck Ross says the Vermont Building at the Big E is a unique opportunity for the agency to support Vermont businesses and promote the Vermont Brand. Vermont taking applications for vendors at 2015 ‘Big E’ 2015-01-24T05:00:00Z Wolf, a wealthy Democratic businessman, said Tuesday that he will nominate former state Treasurer Robin Wiessmann to be his secretary of banking and former Agriculture Secretary Russell Redding to the job for a second time. Wolf makes picks for Pennsylvania banking, agriculture jobs 2015-01-13T05:00:00Z A massive year-end spending bill enacted last month noted the advisory committee’s interest in the environment and directed Agriculture Secretary Tom Vilsack “to only include nutrition and dietary information, not extraneous factors” in final guidelines. New diet guidelines might reflect environment cost 2015-01-02T05:00:00Z Agriculture Secretary Tom Vilsack is expected to discuss barriers to imports of U.S. genetically modified crops at the forum, which runs from Tuesday to Thursday. China approves Syngenta's Viptera corn: reports 2014-12-16T05:00:00Z Agriculture Secretary Tom Vilsack, the former governor of Iowa, spoke about why he was “ready for Hillary.” Hillary Clinton supporters gather to talk 2016 strategy 2014-11-22T05:00:00Z Agriculture Secretary Tom Vilsack, a former Iowa governor who backed Clinton's presidential campaign, will speak at the meeting as a private citizen, aides said. Democrats Preparing for Hillary Clinton Campaign 2014-11-21T05:00:00Z Agriculture Secretary Thomas Vilsack said in May he would encourage a negotiated agreement. U.S., Mexico reach deal to avert sugar import duties 2014-10-27T04:00:00Z Agriculture Secretary Tom Vilsack is scheduled to announce $352 million in grants and loans Thursday at a convention of Alaska Natives in Anchorage. USDA brings indoor plumbing to Alaska village 2014-10-23T04:00:00Z Agriculture Secretary Tom Vilsack to get the calculations done on time. Farm bill delay could affect 2015 cotton planting 2014-10-12T04:00:00Z And Duncan himself is one of only two original Obama Cabinet members to stay on the job; the other is Agriculture Secretary Tom Vilsack. No. 2 U.S. education official heads for exit In an interview, Agriculture Secretary Tom Vilsack said funding local food systems are good business for the government since they generate new employment. USDA to Increase Funding For Local and Organic Farming 2014-09-29T04:00:00Z Despite a drumbeat of Republican criticism since becoming attorney general in 2009, he was one of the last three original members of Obama's cabinet, along with Education Secretary Arne Duncan and Agriculture Secretary Tom Vilsack. U.S. Attorney General Holder to step down, successor faces array of challenges 2014-09-26T04:00:00Z Agriculture Secretary Tom Vilsack will visit the University of Minnesota to talk about new programs for farmers. Ag secretary to talk up farm programs in Minnesota 2014-09-25T04:00:00Z Agriculture Secretary Tom Vilsack is visiting a Franklin County farm that produces solar-powered electricity to announce money flowing to renewable energy projects. AP-NC—North Carolina News Digest, NC 2014-09-18T04:00:00Z Agriculture Secretary Tom Vilsack said Wednesday that the Tree Assistance Program is now being extended to Florida growers affected by citrus greening. Citrus grove owners to get help under program 2014-09-17T04:00:00Z Agriculture Secretary Tom Vilsack told reporters Monday it's a popular program. US to spend $328 million on conservation easements 2014-09-08T04:00:00Z Agriculture Secretary Tom Vilsack and others will also be on hand. Hillary Clinton's hard choices on energy 2014-09-04T04:00:00Z Agriculture Secretary Tom Vilsack is returning to Iowa to announce federal grants designed to encourage development of new value-added farm products and to discuss other rural development funding programs. Vilsack in Iowa to announce new product grants 2014-08-22T04:00:00Z Kansas Deputy Agriculture Secretary Chad Bontrager noted the improvement but says he wants the progress to continue. State: Accuracy of heavy capacity scales improving 2014-08-19T04:00:00Z “We listened,” Agriculture Secretary Tom Vilsack said at a news briefing. USDA drops proposal to speed up poultry processing at plants Agriculture Secretary Tom Vilsack designated 23 eastern Arkansas counties as disaster areas. Cotton tripped up by his voting record 2014-07-28T04:00:00Z Agriculture Secretary Tom Vilsack said he hopes private investors will follow with additional dollars for the fund, which will be managed by private partners. Correction: Rural Investment Dollars story 2014-07-25T04:00:00Z State Agriculture Secretary Douglas Fisher says an aerial survey shows the amount of tree damage caused by the caterpillars this year is less than half of what it was last year. Gypsy moths on decline in New Jersey 2014-07-18T04:00:00Z Agriculture Secretary Tom Vilsack recently pledged $26.2 million for a variety of efforts to fight the virus, including development of a vaccine. Virus Plagues the Pork Industry, and Environmentalists 2014-07-04T04:00:00Z That the Agriculture Secretary himself is acknowledging here that the political status quo is unsatisfactory may be the most telling part of all this. The Agriculture Secretary Sees a Smart (Phone) Solution to GMO Labeling Fight 2014-06-27T04:00:00Z Agriculture Secretary Tom Vilsack on Wednesday that the nation is likely "on the other side" of the disease due to approval of the first vaccine directly available to farmers. Deadly pig virus cases in U.S. projected to surge after summer 2014-06-19T04:00:00Z “There can’t be a trade agreement without a serious and significant commitment to agriculture,” the official, Agriculture Secretary Tom Vilsack, told reporters on Tuesday, a day after an informal meeting with European farm ministers. U.S. Calls on Europe to Ease Limits on Gene-Altered Food 2014-06-17T04:00:00Z Agriculture Secretary Tom Vilsack says hog producers will be required to report a deadly pig virus to veterinarians as part of an increased effort from the federal government to fight the disease. Vilsack announces money to fight deadly pig virus 2014-06-06T04:00:00Z “Obviously, I’m very disappointed by the governor’s decision,” said Iowa Agriculture Secretary Bill Northey. Iowa Gov. Branstad vetoes millions in funding 2014-05-31T04:00:00Z In a separate statement, Agriculture Secretary Tom Vilsack said the waiver proposal would a “major step backwards for the health of American children.” First lady vows to fight healthy school-lunch rollback “While we’re glad to see improvement this year, losses are still too high and there is still much more work to be done to stabilize bee populations,” said Agriculture Secretary Tom Vilsack in a statement. US bee losses drop but not far enough : Nature News Blog 2014-05-14T04:00:00Z "This is a serious threat to the citrus industry in California," Agriculture Secretary Tom Vilsack said in an interview. USDA expanding use of wasp to fight citrus greening in California 2014-05-14T04:00:00Z Sixty-eight members of Congress ask Department of Agriculture Secretary Tom Vilsack to withdraw a proposal that would substantially change how chickens and turkeys are inspected. ‘Sunshine week’ reports show transparency complaints still dog Obama administration 2014-03-17T23:43:00Z “This is causing the inspection system to be strained to the point of breaking,” Wenonah Hauter, the group’s executive director, said in a Feb. 8 letter to Agriculture Secretary Tom Vilsack. American Meat Plants Said to Face Shortages of Inspectors 2014-02-21T00:20:36Z The Obama administration will create seven regional “climate hubs” to help rural communities and farmers adapt to the risks of climate change, Agriculture Secretary Tom Vilsack announced. The Week: Debating Evolution and Dealing With Climate Change 2014-02-10T21:43:43Z "We were very aggressive in responding to the drought but all of it was after the fact," Agriculture Secretary Tom Vilsack said in an interview with The Associated Press. Program designed to help prepare for droughts 2013-11-15T10:46:34Z Agriculture Secretary Tom Vilsack, speaking at an American Farm Bureau conference this week, called on Congress to end the impasse before that happens. Standstill on Farm Bill May Revive 1949 Rules 2014-01-18T00:25:43Z "We've had this uncertainty for far too long. It's time for Congress to finish its work," Agriculture Secretary Tom Vilsack told reporters on Tuesday. Lead negotiator sees January finish for overdue U.S. farm bill 2013-12-03T23:35:18Z “It’s far more than just a Farm Bill,” Agriculture Secretary Tom Vilsack said Wednesday. Negotiations on a Farm Bill begin next week 2013-10-24T00:13:38Z Federal workers, no longer furloughed, streamed back into the city, emerging from Metro stations to receive cheery greetings from Vice President Biden and Agriculture Secretary Tom Vilsack. President, Congress leave one crisis behind but face long road to budget deal 2013-10-18T00:08:35Z Agriculture Secretary Tom Vilsack said the agreement will create “good jobs for Americans across the organic supply chain.” US-Japan Deal Could Lead to More Organic Options 2013-09-26T14:57:46Z Agriculture Secretary Tom Vilsack told the group last week the department was examining the issue, according to a copy of the letter provided by the Humane Society. Pamplona-style bull running is coming to America 2013-08-08T20:25:39Z Agriculture Secretary Tom Vilsack announced the finding on Friday, in a statement timed to dovetail with baseball's All-Star Game on Tuesday. Unshattered record: pro baseball bats now break 50 percent less, USDA says 2013-07-13T02:04:26Z "It's supporting what moms and dads are doing all across the United States," Agriculture Secretary Tom Vilsack said in a call with reporters. New U.S. school snack food rules clamp down on calories, fat 2013-06-27T21:07:47Z Reid said he and Agriculture Secretary Tom Vilsack agreed that farm law reform was essential, which means passing a new law rather than allowing the 2008 law to stay in effect. Senate leader Reid says no to farm law extension 2013-06-24T18:00:52Z "The United States enjoys the most productive and abundant food supply on earth, but too much of this food goes to waste," said Agriculture Secretary Tom Vilsack. One Third of Food Wasted, Can Retailers Help? 2013-06-05T15:45:01.943Z Agriculture Secretary Tom Vilsack says the new rules will bring the United States “into compliance” with trade obligations. U.S. meat labels to detail animal’s origin; Canada, Mexico raise concern 2013-05-24T15:31:00Z Agriculture Secretary Tom Vilsack heard a similar message at a House appropriations hearing. Fierce lobbying counters White House push for food aid reform 2013-05-01T18:59:51Z We had heard that the White House wanted to help her find a post here after her failed campaign, since her husband, Agriculture Secretary Tom Vilsack , is staying on for a second Obama term. Syria and its weird priorities 2013-04-02T00:06:10Z Agriculture Secretary Tom Vilsack insisted that the sequester would force him to shut down all U.S. meat production on at least 11 days. Beef with the sequester? At least one federal program was able to beat it. 2013-03-31T23:52:00Z "This is a direct prescription from Congress to reduce every line item," Agriculture Secretary Tom Vilsack said last week. Rolling furlough may ease meat industry pain from US budget cuts 2013-02-26T18:29:23Z “Parents and teachers work hard to instill healthy eating habits in our kids, and these efforts should be supported when kids walk through the schoolhouse door,” Agriculture Secretary Tom Vilsack said. Feds’ rules for school snacks: Candy’s out, trail mix is in 2013-02-02T05:48:09Z Some of “The Unlisted,” such as Agriculture Secretary Tom Vilsack, were almost certainly staying, sources said. Who would replace LaHood? 2013-01-11T00:47:00Z Likewise, Agriculture Secretary Tom Vilsack, asked about how gun-control measures might be viewed in rural America, said that the shooting leaves the national debate on gun control in a “different situation” from the past. Obama wants action on gun control within year 2012-12-30T23:49:00Z Agriculture Secretary Tom Vilsack had insisted that the sequester would force him to shut down all U.S. meat production on at least 11 days. Beef with the sequester? At least one federal program was able to beat it. 2013-03-31T23:52:00Z “The best outcome would be for Congress to do its job and pass a five-year bill,” Agriculture Secretary Tom Vilsack said last week. If Congress doesn’t avoid ‘dairy cliff,’ milk prices could double 2012-12-28T01:14:03Z Agriculture Secretary Tom Vilsack told members of Congress in a letter Friday that the department will do away with daily and weekly limits of meats and grains. USDA to allow more meat, grains in school lunches 2012-12-09T01:16:04Z Agriculture Secretary Tom Vilsack had been on the “stay” list if his wife won her race for a House seat in Iowa. Obama’s changing Cabinet 2012-11-08T00:04:00Z “The market is already responding to the reality of this drought,” said Agriculture Secretary Tom Vilsack, a former Iowa governor who supports the quota, citing the recent decline in ethanol production. Ethanol Quota Debated by Corn Farmers and Meat Industry 2012-08-16T22:02:15Z Agriculture Secretary Tom Vilsack announced those steps during a teleconference from Iowa and called on the House of Representatives to vote in the next two weeks on the $491 billion farm bill. USDA opens idle land for livestock feed during drought 2012-07-23T17:40:52Z Agriculture Secretary Tom Vilsack said this week that rising prices would mean higher meat prices, though the inflation might be delayed as farmers cull their herds due to high feed costs. Analysis: Shoppers may be spared worst of corn price surge 2012-07-19T21:42:03Z Agriculture Secretary Tom Vilsack on Wednesday declared areas of eight other states disaster areas, including parts of Indiana and Arkansas. Rains too late for some drought-savaged corn fields 2012-07-19T20:41:32Z Agriculture Secretary Tom Vilsack told a press conference at the White House on Wednesday the drought will spike crop prices. Analysis: Why the U.S. ethanol mandate is drought-resistant 2012-07-19T18:06:57Z "I get on my knees everyday and I'm saying an extra prayer right now," Agriculture Secretary Tom Vilsack told reporters after briefing President Barack Obama. U.S. drought wilts crops as officials pray for rain 2012-07-19T00:30:10Z Agriculture Secretary Tom Vilsack said the farm measure was essential for continuing the economic growth under way in rural communities. Congress Approves Transportation and Student Loan Package 2012-06-29T19:24:29Z Agriculture Secretary Tom Vilsack urged Congress to keep the bill moving forward. Sweeping farm bill clears Senate 2012-06-21T19:07:32Z Agriculture Secretary Tom Vilsack announced the Water Quality Initiative on Tuesday to improve “impaired watersheds in every U.S. state and territory.” Farmers to receive grants to fight pollution in parts of Chesapeake, other watersheds 2012-05-08T23:33:00Z Agriculture Secretary Tom Vilsack gave assurances that the finding posed "no risk to the food supply or to human health", a line that seems to have been accepted by major foreign buyers. Mad cow disease found in California 2012-04-25T12:10:07Z "These first approvals are a clear indication that fuel producers understand that America's motorists want a choice when they fill their gas tanks," said Agriculture Secretary Vilsack. U.S. Approves 20 Firms to Make Higher-Blend E15 Biofuel 2012-04-02T23:15:00.187Z Agriculture Secretary Tom Vilsack, who met with Xi and Chinese farm minister Han Changfu in Iowa during their visit this week, said the sales highlight a strong relationship he expects will expand. U.S. Exporters Make Record Single-Day Soybean Sale to China 2012-02-18T14:10:55Z "It makes sense for him to visit Iowa," Agriculture Secretary Tom Vilsack said in an interview. As Xi visits, China's U.S. crop demand?a balm for tensions 2012-02-12T23:10:59Z In announcing the new procedures, Agriculture Secretary Tom Vilsack said they were crafted to enhance the nation’s water supplies while maintaining woodlands for wildlife, recreation and timber operations. Obama administration issues major rewrite of national forest rules 2012-01-26T23:42:17Z Agriculture Secretary Tom Vilsack last week said he expects the legislation to include at least $23 billion in reductions to U.S. Organic Crop Insurance Cost Spoils Growth of $27 Billion Market 2012-01-18T15:51:09Z Thousands of more workers may soon accept offers to leave, Agriculture Secretary Tom Vilsack said in a message to employees. Buyouts, buyouts everywhere! 2012-01-11T11:00:00Z Agriculture Department plans to close 249 offices this year -- half of them the local "county office" that deals with farmers -- in a cost-cutting program, Agriculture Secretary Tom Vilsack announced on Monday. USDA to close 249 offices in cost-saving move 2012-01-10T00:22:06Z Agriculture Secretary Tom Vilsack said they are necessary to reduce childhood obesity and future health care costs. Congress pushes back on healthier school lunches 2011-11-16T13:11:47Z Agriculture Secretary Tom Vilsack visits Vietnam and China to talk trade this week, he’s hoping to build on one of the few bright spots in the struggling American economy: agricultural exports. US agricultural export boom marks 1 of the few bright spots in struggling domestic economy 2011-11-16T08:06:27Z Its proposal is awaiting final approval from Agriculture Secretary Tom Vilsack. Federal appeals court upholds roadless rule protecting nearly 50 million acres of forest 2011-10-22T00:07:16Z In a letter to Arkansas’ governor, Agriculture Secretary Tom Vilsack noted the state had been hit by one thing after the next, including “hail, high winds, flooding, widespread drought, and excessive heat.” Arkansas, Louisiana farmers hit by one-two punch of drought, flooding; cost could near $1B 2011-10-17T07:06:25Z "We are still on the right track," Agriculture Secretary Proceso Alcala said at a senate hearing when asked about rice output given the typhoon damage. Philippines counts cost after Typhoon Nesat departs 2011-09-28T08:13:41Z The discussions, which were held across the country, included people from across the farming and food policy spectrum, including Agriculture Secretary Tom Vilsack, and were hosted by Claire Shipman of ABC News. In Debate About Food, a Monied New Player 2011-09-28T00:39:09Z Agriculture Secretary Tom Vilsack was expected to announce the step on Tuesday. Government to ban six types of E coli from ground beef: groups 2011-09-12T23:42:57Z Agriculture Secretary Tom Vilsack seeking expedited federal relief for 43 eastern counties. North Carolina plans temporary bridge for damaged Outer Banks 2011-09-03T02:31:15Z Agriculture Secretary Tom Vilsack for a major disaster declaration for 43 counties in eastern North Carolina. NC governor says preliminary damage estimates from Hurricane Irene exceeding $400 million 2011-09-02T21:42:08Z The governor, who scouted the damage by air with Homeland Security Secretary Janet Napolitano and Agriculture Secretary Tom Vilsack, said the financial hit would rise by millions of dollars once agricultural losses were factored in. Irene damage in North Carolina at least $71 million 2011-08-31T00:11:40Z The governor, who scouted the damage by air with Homeland Security Secretary Janet Napolitano and Agriculture Secretary Tom Vilsack, said the financial hit would rise once agricultural and business losses were factored in. Irene damage in North Carolina at least $70 million: governor 2011-08-30T20:22:51Z "The remarkable growth in farmers markets is an excellent indicator of the staying power of local and regional foods," said Deputy Agriculture Secretary Kathleen Merrigan. Fruitful gains for farmers markets 2011-08-23T11:37:36Z The plan, part of the administration’s energy strategy, will benefit rural areas, according to Agriculture Secretary Tom Vilsack. Obama Says Strong U.S. Recovery Begins With Small Businesses 2011-08-17T13:38:01Z The plan, part of the administration’s broader energy strategy, will benefit rural areas, according to Agriculture Secretary Tom Vilsack. Obama Says Washington’s Partisan Battles Hurt Economic Recovery 2011-08-16T18:03:01Z Agriculture Secretary Tom Vilsack said unemployment is historically higher in rural communities. Obama Says Washington’s Partisan Battles Hurt Economic Recovery 2011-08-16T04:24:05Z Agriculture Secretary Tom Vilsack says new rules for tracing diseased livestock would lead to greater compliance and improve the country’s ability to market its products overseas. US agriculture secretary Vilsack proposes new rules to better track diseased livestock 2011-08-09T18:53:40Z Yesterday, Agriculture Secretary Tom Vilsack announced changes in CRP rules to allow drought-stricken farmers to use harvested hay from expiring conservation land. Cellulosic Biofuel Could Revive Farmlands Conservation Program 2011-08-09T17:45:02.993Z Sitting in his office in the north of Manila, Agriculture Secretary Proceso Alcala smiles broadly when asked about the measures he's putting into place. Untapped potential 2011-07-11T16:05:16Z But on Wednesday, Agriculture Secretary Tom Vilsack announced $1 billion in U.S. funding aimed at helping developing countries preserve their forests. At Copenhagen, both rich and developing nations offer concessions 2009-12-17T05:00:00Z Agriculture Secretary Tom Vilsack's Advisory Committee on Animal Health, told TIME, "We're always disappointed when we see something that reflects poorly on the industry." Animal Cruelty: New Undercover Video Links Major Retailers to Barbaric Handling of Pigs 2011-06-29T21:50:00Z Among those speaking at the conference are Treasury Secretary , who will offer closing remarks, and Agriculture Secretary Tom Vilsack. Clinton brings his Global Initiative to Chicago 2011-06-29T19:34:00Z Agriculture Secretary Tom Vilsack noted that the issue was alive in Congress and said it was “likely that we will see changes in the way in which the industry is supported.” G-20 Officials Agree on Steps to Stabilize Food Prices 2011-06-23T16:20:50Z Agriculture Secretary Tom Vilsack is expected to tour flooded areas in Iowa and Nebraska on Thursday and Friday. Missouri River reaches Hamburg, Iowa backup levee 2011-06-16T16:03:37Z Agriculture Secretary Tom Vilsack is scheduled to tour flooded areas in Iowa and Nebraska on Friday. Missouri River floodwaters near Iowa town's new levee 2011-06-15T17:52:59Z Wheat output may climb 6.4 percent to 86 million metric tons in the year ending June 30, India’s Agriculture Secretary P.K. India’s Sensex Gains as Farm Output Hopes Ease Inflation Concern 2011-06-14T11:33:59Z Basu, Agriculture Secretary, said in an interview yesterday in New Delhi. Wheat Export Ban by India May End on Crop, Halting Rally 2011-06-14T10:44:43Z Mrs. Obama, Agriculture Secretary Tom Vilsack and Dr. Regina M. Benjamin, the surgeon general, unveiled the new healthful eating icon at a news conference in Washington. Nutrition Plate Unveiled, Replacing Food Pyramid 2011-06-04T04:01:44Z Agriculture Secretary Tom Vilsack said the "food icon" was designed to help combat obesity. At USDA, a plate replaces the food pyramid 2011-06-03T02:48:15Z With Surgeon General Regina Benjamin and Agriculture Secretary Tom Vilsack, the First Lady announced the new nutrition icon, known as MyPlate, as part of her ongoing campaign against obesity. Goodbye Food Pyramid, Hello MyPlate: Will It Get You to Eat Differently? 2011-01-31T22:10:00Z Agriculture Secretary Tom Vilsack called it a "simple, visual, research-based icon" to help Americans chose the right proportions from the major food groups. Plate replaces pyramid in USDA food guidelines 2011-06-02T15:44:55Z Mrs. Obama, Agriculture Secretary Tom Vilsack and Surgeon General Regina Benjamin unveiled the new healthy eating icon at a press conference in Washington. Nutrition Plate Unveiled to Replace the Food Pyramid 2011-06-02T15:07:28Z The plan is unfair to food stamp recipients because it treats them differently from other customers, they said in a letter to Agriculture Secretary Tom Vilsack. Soft Drink Industry Fights Proposed Food Stamp Ban 2011-04-30T00:20:18Z This week the federal Department of Agriculture announced a host of renewable energy and energy efficiency projects in rural America, and Agriculture Secretary Tom Vilsack is touring the Midwest, seeding biomass projects as he goes. Green: U.S. Expands Seeding of Biomass 2011-04-15T18:32:35Z Agriculture Secretary Tom Vilsack warning of tests that indicated glyphosate could be contributing to spontaneous abortions and infertility in pigs, cattle and other livestock. Cancer cause or crop aid? Herbicide faces big test 2011-04-08T16:14:13Z Agriculture Secretary Tom Vilsack warning that a newly discovered and widespread "electron microscopic pathogen appears to significantly impact the health of plants, animals, and probably human beings." Scientist warns on safety of Monsanto's Roundup 2011-02-24T16:46:24Z Publication of the edited video caused a media stir at the time and Agriculture Secretary Tom Vilsack asked for her resignation. Former USDA official accused of racism files lawsuit 2011-02-14T23:37:56Z At a news conference, Agriculture Secretary Tom Vilsack said his department was trying to put a new emphasis on maintaining “forest resiliency.” U.S. Proposes New Forest Management Plan 2011-02-11T01:30:49Z “I must admit personally that I never read the dietary guidelines until I got this job,” said Agriculture Secretary Tom Vilsack at a Monday morning news conference. Latest Dietary Guidelines Reinforce Need to Restrict Salt 2011-01-31T16:50:04Z Agriculture Secretary Tom Vilsack said the government is trying to be realistic while targeting the highest-risk groups. Gov't advising Americans to cut down on salt 2011-01-31T15:26:07Z Americans now consume an average of 3,400 milligrams of sodium a day, Agriculture Secretary Tom Vilsack said at a news conference. U.S. Dietary Guidelines Call for Less Sodium, Sugar 2011-01-31T16:25:30Z Over lunch, before the roundtable discussion began, Agriculture Secretary Tom Vilsack told a story about a woman who approached him when he was governor of Iowa. A call to federal service, in President John F. Kennedy's memory 2011-01-20T01:09:04Z Agriculture Secretary Tom Vilsack said a U.S. team would travel to China in early January for technical talks on a staged reintroduction of U.S. beef into the market. U.S. and China make progress on beef, software trade 2010-12-16T01:55:37Z "Modern agricultural science is playing a critical role in addressing many of the toughest issues facing American agriculture today, including pest management and productivity," said Agriculture Secretary Tom Vilsack. New Study Shows Benefits of Bt Corn to Farmers 2010-10-12T16:15:00Z The committee also includes Mike Espy, the Agriculture Secretary for former U.S. Gulf Coast attorneys to lead U.S. oil spill lawsuits 2010-10-09T03:32:00Z Pomeroy sits on the House agriculture committee, a key perch for a farm state like North Dakota, and Agriculture Secretary Tom Vilsack recently appeared with Pomeroy at a fundraiser on a local farm. North Dakota's Congressional Seat: Earl Pomeroy vs. Rick Berg 2010-09-23T22:25:00Z She met Tuesday with Agriculture Secretary Tom Vilsack, who had offered her a job working on race relations in the department. Sherrod Turns Down Job Offer 2010-08-24T19:09:00Z He also said in a network interview that he believed Agriculture Secretary “jumped the gun” in firing her after just a few months with the department. Ousted Agriculture Official, Sherrod, Unsure About Returning to Government 2010-07-25T02:10:00Z On Wednesday, Agriculture Secretary Tom Vilsack publicly apologized and the department offered her another job. President Obama speaks to Shirley Sherrod 2010-07-22T17:58:00Z He said Agriculture Secretary Tom Vilsack was trying to reach her to extend an apology. White House Apologizes to Fired USDA Worker 2010-07-21T21:05:00Z Agriculture Secretary Tom Vilsack said Wednesday he would reconsider the department's decision to oust Sherrod over her comments that she didn't give a white farmer as much help as she could have 24 years ago. Sherrod not sure she would go back to Ag Dept 2010-07-21T12:25:00Z Instead, Agriculture Secretary Tom Vilsack ordered that she be fired -- a move that was driven in part by his own sensitivity to anything that might suggest racial discrimination at his agency. Shirley Sherrod case unfolds, revealing culture of racial politics in Washington 2010-07-21T17:47:00Z Agriculture Secretary Tom Vilsack to celebrate the passage of the bill. D.C. soda tax proposal draws opposition from beverage industry 2010-05-14T04:00:00Z Agriculture Secretary Tom Vilsack, a former governor of top U.S. corn producing state Iowa, also said he recognizes change is needed. Special Report: Are regulators dropping the ball on biocrops? 2010-04-13T12:24:00Z The Obama administration is stepping up pressure on Japan to reopen its market, dispatching Agriculture Secretary Tom Vilsack to Tokyo to press the issue. Agriculture Secretary Prods Japan to Accept More U.S. Beef 2010-04-07T12:59:00Z Agriculture Secretary Tom Vilsack sought on Wednesday to downplay the probability of Japan agreeing to fully reopen its market to U.S. beef during his visit to Tokyo this week. USDA eyes Japan beef import talks, denies pressure 2010-04-07T03:36:00Z Agriculture Secretary Tom Vilsack said last week he hopes to get the settlement resolved as soon as Congress returns as his department is making an aggressive effort "to put this chapter behind us." Black farmers eye next move in bias lawsuit 2010-04-01T21:46:00Z “It’s pretty clear there needs to be attention paid to this,” Agriculture Secretary Tom Vilsack said in an interview. A Push to Eat Local Food Is Hampered by a Shortage 2010-03-27T17:15:00Z The deal reached last month was hailed by Obama, Agriculture Secretary Tom Vilsack, and Attorney General Eric Holder as a milestone in righting historic wrongs. Black farmers blame Obama for failed settlement 2010-03-26T18:44:00Z Recently, Agriculture Secretary Tom Vilsack asked the nonprofit Institute of Medicine, the health arm of the National Academy of Sciences, to assess school meals. A push for healthier school meals 2010-03-22T17:20:00Z Agriculture Secretary Tom Vilsack suspended operations at the plant in October and ordered a criminal investigation. Official blows whistle on food-safety agency 2010-03-05T05:00:00Z In the starkest cases, Agriculture Secretary Tom Vilsack said, farmers lost their property after local administrators slow-pedaled loan applications, leaving them unable to plant key crops. U.S. approves settlement for black farmers 2010-02-19T05:00:00Z Agriculture Secretary Tom Vilsack said on Saturday he hoped for "meaningful" talks with Moscow next week over a ban on U.S. poultry, warning relations would be harmed if the issue were not resolved. 2010-01-09T21:58:00Z |
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