USDA revealed a new resource created in conjunction with Colorado State University that will help communities and businesses evaluate the economic benefits of investing in local food systems.

USDA’s Food Safety and Inspection Service (FSIS) is proposing a rule that would consolidate and streamline existing regulations for meat and poultry products.

The agreement is expected to further increase beef exports to Peru, which topped $25 million in 2015

Leaders from 34 US agribusinesses and organizations will join USDA representatives on a  trade mission to Peru and Chile, March 14-18.

USDA’s Food Safety and Inspection Service (FSIS) announced it will conduct a series of educational meetings regarding the new final rule.

New coverage lowers risk for producers and strengthens farm safety net.

USDA proposed a new rule this week designed to provide Supplemental Nutrition Assistance Program (SNAP) participants increased access to healthy foods.

The new standards are projected to help prevent an estimated 50,000 illnesses each year.

The grants are made possible through USDA’s Agriculture and Food Research Initiative (AFRI).

USDA will lead a trade mission in March to Chile and Peru in order to expand export opportunities for US agricultural products.