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USDA Completes Sterile Fly Dispersal Facility in Texas

The USDA announced the completion of a sterile fly dispersal facility in Edinburg, Texas. This new facility will enhance the agency's capacity to combat the New World Screwworm by increasing the range of sterile fly releases along the U.S. border and within the country if needed.

FDA Authorizes Drugs for New World Screwworm in Dogs and Cats

The U.S. Food and Drug Administration has issued two Emergency Use Authorizations (EUAs) for drugs to treat New World screwworm infestations in dogs and cats. These EUAs apply to NexGard chewable tablets and NexGard COMBO topical solution.

USDA and Army Corps Contract for Texas Sterile Fly Facility

The USDA and U.S. Army Corps of Engineers have awarded a construction contract for a new sterile fly production facility in Edinburg, Texas. This facility is part of a strategy to combat the New World Screwworm and protect U.S. livestock and public health.

USDA FSIS Public Health Alert for Turkey Pastry Products

The USDA's Food Safety and Inspection Service (FSIS) has issued a public health alert for frozen, ready-to-eat turkey stuffed pastry products due to misbranding and undeclared allergens. The affected products may contain milk, a known allergen, which is not declared on the product labels. Consumers are advised not to consume these products.

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 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.

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.