USDA Press Releases

USDA Launches 'One Farmer, One File' Initiative

The USDA has launched the 'One Farmer, One File' initiative to create a single, streamlined record for farmers across USDA systems. This modernization aims to reduce administrative burden, improve efficiency, and save time and resources for both farmers and agency staff.

USDA Launches Dietary Guidelines Education Partnerships

The USDA announced new partnerships to educate the public on the Dietary Guidelines for Americans and highlighted an impending rule for SNAP retailers regarding stocking standards. The agency also signed four new SNAP restriction waivers for Kansas, Nevada, Ohio, and Wyoming.

USDA and Army Corps Build Sterile Fly Facility for Screwworm Preparedness

The USDA and U.S. Army Corps of Engineers have awarded a contract to build a new sterile fly production facility in Texas. This facility is part of a strategy to combat the New World Screwworm and enhance domestic preparedness for invasive pests.

USDA One Farmer, One File Initiative

The USDA has launched the "One Farmer, One File" initiative, replacing hundreds of outdated systems with a single digital record to streamline processes for farmers. Secretary Rollins highlighted this modernization effort in an op-ed, emphasizing its role in cutting red tape and accelerating program fund delivery.

USDA Awards $26.8M for Local Agriculture Market Program

The U.S. Department of Agriculture (USDA) announced over $26.8 million in grant awards through the Local Agriculture Market Program (LAMP). These funds will support projects aimed at connecting farmers to local markets, expanding producer-to-consumer sales, and strengthening regional food systems.