United States Department of Agriculture
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- subsidiary of Federal Government of the United States 100%
- founded by Abraham Lincoln 100%
- parent of United States Forest Service 100%
- parent of Farm Service Agency 100%
- parent of Animal and Plant Health Inspection Service 100%
- parent of National Institute of Food and Agriculture 100%
- parent of Food Safety and Inspection Service 100%
- employed by Brooke Rollins 70%
- used by Cochliomyia hominivorax 70%
- located in Mexico 70%
- employs Cochliomyia hominivorax 70%
- affiliated with Mexico 60%
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US government proposal aims to lower grocery prices via bulk purchasing
A new proposal from the Kitchen Table Project suggests the government could lower grocery prices by leveraging its purchasing power for 20 staple items. Instead of directly running stores or setting prices, the governme…
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Rural food insecurity rises as deregulation weakens supply chain protections
Rural food insecurity has risen significantly in the United States over the past five years, with nearly 16% of households now affected. This increase is attributed to supply chain and distribution challenges, particula…
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Judge rules Trump-era farmworker wage cuts illegal, billions in back pay possible
A federal judge has ruled that the Trump administration illegally cut wages for foreign guest workers under the H-2A visa program. The Department of Labor must revise its wage formula by December 30th, or the wages will…
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Giant African snails invade Florida, prompting eradication efforts
Giant African snails, a species known as Achatina fulica, have invaded Florida, with significant infestations reported in Miami-Dade County. The United States Department of Agriculture, alongside state and federal agenc…
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McDonald's struggles to win back customers amid rising costs and competition
McDonald's is struggling to regain customer visits and sales growth despite a barrage of new deals and marketing efforts. CEO Chris Kempczinski's strategy, "McDonald's > Next," aims to improve food quality and service, …
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US needs dedicated Department of AI to manage economic risks, author argues
A Fortune op-ed argues for the creation of a dedicated U.S. Department of AI to manage the rapidly growing economic impact and potential risks of artificial intelligence. The author contends that current oversight, incl…
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US confirms China on track to meet agricultural purchase commitments ahead of Xi visit
The United States Department of Agriculture has stated that China is on track to meet its agricultural purchase commitments, with significant progress noted in soybean exports. This development is expected to be a key t…
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US food safety system strained by decades of neglect and recent staffing cuts
Recent food recalls in the U.S., including outbreaks of Cyclospora and Salmonella, are raising concerns about the nation's food safety system. Experts warn that significant staffing cuts, particularly within agencies li…
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Stan Kroenke named largest US landowner with 2.7M acres
Stan Kroenke has become the largest private landowner in America, possessing 2.7 million acres of land. This significant acquisition, largely due to a recent purchase of 937,000 acres from the Singleton family, places h…
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US reopens Mexico border to cattle amid record beef prices
The U.S. is set to reopen a border crossing in Arizona to Mexican cattle on Monday, a move aimed at mitigating record-high beef prices. This decision follows concerns over the New World screwworm parasite, which had led…
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US Senate debates tripling funding to combat feral hogs causing billions in damage
The U.S. Senate is considering a significant increase in funding to combat the growing problem of feral hogs, which are present in 35 states and cause billions of dollars in annual property damage. A recent study by the…
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US to resume Mexican cattle imports amid screwworm concerns
The United States is set to resume cattle imports from Mexico on August 24th, following a year-long ban due to concerns over the New World screwworm fly. The ban significantly impacted the cattle and beef industries in …
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SNAP enrollment drops 13% amid stricter work rules and paperwork hurdles
Enrollment in the U.S. Supplemental Nutrition Assistance Program (SNAP) has decreased by over 13% in the past year, a steeper decline than anticipated. This reduction is attributed to stricter work requirements and incr…
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US to resume limited livestock imports from Mexico after screwworm ban
The United States is set to resume limited livestock imports from Mexico starting August 24th, following a year-long ban due to concerns over the New World screwworm parasite. While this marks a significant step for bot…
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Texas screwworm outbreak strains animal shelters, halts adoptions
An outbreak of the New World screwworm, a parasitic insect, has led to widespread restrictions on animal movement across Texas. This has severely impacted animal shelters, which rely on transferring thousands of dogs an…
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Mexico restarts avocado exports to US after security alert lifted
Avocado exports from Mexico to the United States have resumed after a security alert that halted operations was lifted. The alert, which affected the Michoacán state, led to temporary unemployment for approximately 200,…
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EU pesticide import curbs risk higher food prices, study warns · 1 source tracked
A European Union study indicates that proposed restrictions on pesticide use in imported agricultural products could lead to increased consumer prices. This finding aligns with concerns previously voiced by major agricu…
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Record beef prices create windfall for ranchers, strain feedlots and meatpackers
Record high beef prices are creating significant profits for cow-calf ranchers, who are seeing historically high returns. However, this surge in prices, driven by the smallest cattle inventories since 1951 due to drough…
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Russia's war devastates Ukraine's agriculture and environment, causing immense civilian toll
Russia's ongoing war in Ukraine has resulted in significant agricultural and environmental damage, alongside a high civilian casualty count. The conflict has destroyed numerous homes, infrastructure, and cultural sites,…
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Regenerative agriculture gains traction amid consumer interest and industry commitments
Regenerative agriculture, a farming method focused on improving soil health and biodiversity, is rapidly gaining traction in the food industry. Major companies like Nestlé, PepsiCo, General Mills, and Walmart are commit…