USDA Invests $11M to Support Small, Medium-Size Dairy Farms: A …
WEB5 hours ago · USDA Invests $11M to Support Small, Medium-Size Dairy Farms: A Powerful Moment with Tom Vilsack Ag Secretary Tom Vilsack recently announced that $11.04 million in new funding will be issued to help support small and mid-sized dairy businesses in the development, production, marketing, and distribution of dairy products..
Odds favor a new farm bill by end of year, says Vilsack
WEB2 days ago · USDA. Time is running out for Congress to agree on the new farm bill, now a year overdue, but a “common sense, reasonable, practical” package is still possible, said Agriculture Secretary Tom Vilsack on Tuesday, declaring himself an optimist. “I think there’s better odds than not that we get it done,” he said at a White House conference.
USDA Announces $3 Billion Investment in Agriculture, Animal …
WEBWASHINGTON, September 29, 2021 – Agriculture Secretary Tom Vilsack today announced a comprehensive set of investments to address challenges facing America’s agricultural producers. These include assistance to address challenges and costs associated with drought, animal health, market disruptions for agricultural commodities, …
Ag Secretary Vilsack deflects on future career plans, regulatory ...
WEB2 days ago · MADISON, WISCONSIN — Agriculture Secretary Tom Vilsack, who moved into a dairy lobbying position following his first go around as head of the USDA, did not reject making a similar move once his current time as secretary ends. Speaking to reporters last week at the World Dairy Expo in Madison, Vilsack was asked by Investigate […]
USDA Makes $1.5 Billion Available to Help Farmers Advance …
WEBMANKATO, Minn., April 3, 2024 – Agriculture Secretary Tom Vilsack today announced the availability of an historic $1.5 billion in fiscal year 2024 to invest in partner-driven conservation and climate solutions through the Regional Conservation Partnership Program (RCPP) as part of President Biden’s Investing in America agenda.
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WEBAug 22, 2023 · U.S. Agriculture Secretary Tom Vilsack has announced $40 million in grants to extend high-speed internet to extremely remote farms, homes and businesses in New Mexico. April 3, 2023. Former New Mexico lawmaker tapped for USDA leadership role.
Vilsack confirmed for 2nd stint as US agriculture secretary
WEBFeb 23, 2021 · WASHINGTON (AP) — The Senate on Tuesday voted overwhelmingly to confirm Tom Vilsack as agriculture secretary, his second run at the Cabinet post. The former Iowa governor spent eight years leading the same Department of Agriculture for former President Barack Obama’s entire administration.
Vilsack unveils $2 billion in new funding for food supply chains - NPR
WEBJun 1, 2022 · Agriculture Secretary Tom Vilsack unveiled $2 billion in new funding to strengthen food supply chains hard hit by the pandemic, causing food shortages and higher prices.
U.S. Agriculture Secretary Tom Vilsack Highlights Key Work in ... - USDA
WEBWASHINGTON, Jan. 20, 2022 – Today, U.S. Secretary of Agriculture Tom Vilsack issued the following statement highlighting key steps the Department of Agriculture (USDA) has taken to advance equity under the Biden-Harris Administration.
Agriculture Secretary Vilsack Visits New Hampshire to Highlight …
WEBDURHAM, N.H., January 8, 2024 – Today, U.S. Agriculture Secretary Tom Vilsack visited the University of New Hampshire in Durham, where he highlighted the Biden-Harris Administration’s efforts to expand access to critical health care services in rural communities in New Hampshire and nationwide.