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Bird Flu Found In Georgia Poultry Flock: 'Serious Threat'

The Department of Agriculture has suspended poultry production at a facility in Georgia after the bird flu virus was detected.

International Business Times · Jan 20, 2025

Trump Appoints Man Who Was Publicly Denounced for Operating an Airstrip in a National Recreation Area for Natural Resources Position

Trump appoints Michael Boren, a businessman tied to legal disputes over an Idaho airstrip, as U.S. Under Secretary for Natural Resources.

Latin Times · Jan 17, 2025

More than 70 percent of California’s dairy cow herds are infected with bird flu. Here’s what to know

Nearly 70 people have been infected with H5N1 bird flu as infections continue to emerge around the country

The Independent UK · Dec 30, 2024

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President-Elect Trump Announces Key Nominations For Administration

President-elect Trump unveils key nominations for his administration, focusing on defense, technology, and budgeting.

Rick Scott reignites his war against ‘Chinese sewage garlic.’ Is it actually a ‘major threat?’

Senator from Florida has pushed to drop Chinese garlic in U.S. grocery stores and ban it on military bases

The Independent UK · Dec 11, 2024

The Trump Picks Who Could Decide Our Climate Future

It's not just the EPA. From Elon Musk and RFK Jr. to Marco Rubio and Doug Burgum, Trump's choices to lead key agencies are poised to set a very different climate agenda.

Texas Observer · Dec 6, 2024

Department of Agriculture To Start Testing Milk Supply For Bird Flu After Virus Detected In Nearly a Third of U.S. States

Farmers and dairy processors will be required to provide samples of raw milk at the government's request

Latin Times · Dec 6, 2024

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What to know about Brooke Rollins, Trump's pick for agriculture secretary

President-elect Donald Trump has selected former White House aide Brooke Rollins to lead the Department of Agriculture

The Independent UK · Nov 23, 2024

Egg shortage in US ahead of holiday season: 6 protein-packed alternatives to try

The egg shortage in the US due to bird flu outbreaks across three states - Utah, Washington state, and Oregon has left grocery shelves empty and people disappointed. The unavailability of eggs ahead of the holiday season can be particularly challenging for those planning to make their favorite holiday dishes,…

The Times of India · Nov 22, 2024

DOGE Can Succeed by Scaling Back Its Ambitions

The new advisory group promises bold savings and massive spending cuts, but without any expertise in the federal budget, it’s likely to be all bark and no bite.

Reason · Nov 21, 2024

What does the Department of Education do?

Founded in 1980, the Department of Education primarily funds student financial aid and K-12 programs.

USAFacts · Nov 14, 2024

Bird flu has been detected in a pig in the US. Why does that matter?

The United States Department of Agriculture last week reported that a pig on a backyard farm in Oregon was infected with bird flu.

The Conversation · Nov 4, 2024

The first case of bird flu has been found in a pig at an Oregon farm

Human cases of H5N1 avian influenza have continued to climb, now reaching nearly 40

The Independent UK · Oct 30, 2024

Ag Commissioner Sid Miller’s former political consultant pleads guilty to bribery

Todd Smith’s plea comes days before he was set to go to trial, where Miller was subpoenaed to testify.

The Texas Tribune · Oct 16, 2024

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The Texas Tribune · Oct 10, 2024

Texas Ag Commissioner Sid Miller subpoenaed to testify in his former political consultant’s criminal trial

Todd Smith was indicted in 2022 on felony charges of theft and commercial bribery related to taking money in exchange for hemp licenses that are issued by Miller’s office.

The Independent UK · Sep 18, 2024

Connecticut aquarium pays over $12K to settle beluga care investigation

A Connecticut aquarium where three beluga whales have died from illnesses since 2021 has agreed to settle a federal investigation that found alleged animal care and water quality violations

The Conversation · Sep 16, 2024

America’s dairy farms are disappearing, down 95% since the 1970s − milk price rules are one reason why

Milton Orr looked across the rolling hills in northeast Tennessee. “I remember when we had over 1,000 dairy farms in this county. Now we have less than 40,” Orr, an agriculture adviser for Greene County, Tennessee, told me with a tinge of sadness.

The Conversation · Sep 6, 2024

Want to eat less meat and dairy? Here are your options for getting enough protein

As more people become aware of the environmental impact of making and consuming food and drink, there is renewed interest in many western countries in vegetarian, vegan and flexitarian diets, which come with lower carbon footprints.

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The Independent UK · Aug 28, 2024

Eight people now dead in Boar’s Head deli meat listeria outbreak

At least 57 people have fallen ill and have required hospitalization due to the listeria outbreak

Salon · Jul 10, 2024

Project 2025's vision for the USDA

SNAP cuts, little regulation, the project’s proposal for the Department of Agriculture is a race to the bottom

AAP · May 24, 2024

US introduces 'understandable' poultry restrictions

The Victorian poultry meat industry is unlikely to be badly affected by US import curbs prompted by a bird flu outbreak, according to a peak body.

First U.S. Case Of Bird Flu In Domestic Goat

First case of bird flu in domestic cattle in the U.S. raises concerns about virus transmission and human infection risk.

WEKU · Mar 13, 2024

Kentucky Senate panel votes to move the Fish and Wildlife Resources Department

Reorganization bills are typically a part of any Kentucky legislative session. But one drawing emotional committee testimony involves moving the Fish and Wildlife Resources Department to the Department of Agriculture.

WEKU · Feb 22, 2024

Some USDA programs have been mired in inequity. A panel's final report offers changes

An equity commission created by the U.S. Department of Agriculture has released over 60 recommendations it says will finally bring more fairness to policies affecting farming and rural America.

The Hindu · Feb 13, 2024

CBI conducts searches in alleged bribery case

CBI has searched 11 locations in Delhi and Nagaland in a bribery case allegedly involving the Additional Secretary in the Department of Agriculture (Nagaland) and others

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