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(Washington, D.C., May 13, 2026) — The U.S. Forest Service today announced an additional 2026 recreation fee-free day on June 6 in celebration of National Trails Day, providing no cost use of all standard amenity recreation sites on national forests and grasslands.
(Washington, D.C., May 12, 2026) – U.S. Department of Agriculture Secretary Brooke Rollins has announced the removal of ten lenders from participation in the USDA Rural Development (RD) OneRD Guaranteed Lending Program. These...
Read More(Washington, D.C., May 8, 2026) — U.S. Secretary of Agriculture Brooke L. Rollins today announced the U.S. Department of Agriculture (USDA) has issued a final rule implementing the Whole Milk for Healthy Kids Act, restoring whole and reduced-fat (2%) milk options in federal...
Read MoreFrom egg casseroles to shared plates, Mother’s Day brunch often includes foods that are prepared in advance and served buffet-style. Planning how foods will be cooked and served safely is an important part of hosting.
Cook Egg Dishes Thoroughly
Egg-based dishes are a...
Read More(Washington, D.C., May 7, 2026) — Today, the U.S. Department of Agriculture (USDA) published the final rule regarding stocking standards for retailers participating in the Supplemental Nutrition Assistance Program (SNAP), ensuring a broader variety of nutritious food is...
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National Sustainable Agriculture Coalition
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Release: Senate Bill Aims to Strengthen USDA Support for Urban and Innovative Farmers...
Read More(Washington, D.C., April 30, 2026) — Today, the U.S. Department of Agriculture’s (USDA) Food, Nutrition, and Consumer Services mission area announced its intention to introduce the Food and Nutrition Administration. This shift will include a reorganization and relocation, all to...
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Contact: Laura Zaks
National Sustainable Agriculture Coalition
press@sustainableagriculture.net
Tel. 347.563.6408
Comment: NSAC Responds to House Farm Bill PassageWashington, DC, April 30, 2026...
Read More(Washington, D.C., April 29, 2026) – U.S. Secretary of Agriculture Brooke L. Rollins today issued a new Secretarial Memorandum (PDF, 882 KB) and...
Read More(Washington, D.C., April 29, 2026) – Today, the U.S. Department of Agriculture (USDA) announced an expanded partnership with the Export-Import Bank of the United States (EXIM) to increase domestic agricultural production and exports, while reducing the agricultural trade deficit...
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