Food Banks Left in the Lurch as U.S.D.A. Shipments Are SuspendedFood banks face a $500 million shortfall due to frozen federal aid shipments, jeopardizing support for needy residents.
Newsom appeals 'irrational and malicious' decision to cut USDA food assistance programCalifornia Governor Newsom urges USDA to restore critical food program funding, warning it jeopardizes food aid for families and income for local farmers.
Food Banks Left in the Lurch as U.S.D.A. Shipments Are SuspendedFood banks face a $500 million shortfall due to frozen federal aid shipments, jeopardizing support for needy residents.
Newsom appeals 'irrational and malicious' decision to cut USDA food assistance programCalifornia Governor Newsom urges USDA to restore critical food program funding, warning it jeopardizes food aid for families and income for local farmers.
Tribal Colleges Fear for Their Federal FundingNueta Hidatsa Sahnish College's USDA grant is frozen, jeopardizing its Indigenous food project and student internships.
Boar's Head recall triggers USDA watchdog probe into agency's handling of deadly listeria outbreakThe USDA faces scrutiny for its inaction on serious violations at Boar's Head, contributing to a deadly listeria outbreak.
Listeria recall grows to 12 million pounds of meat and poultry, some of it sent to US schoolsA nationwide recall of nearly 12 million pounds of meat and poultry products due to potential listeria contamination has been expanded to include ready-to-eat meals.
Listeria recall grows to 12M pounds of meat, poultry; some sent to US schoolsA significant meat and poultry recall due to listeria contamination affects nearly 12 million pounds of products across major retailers and schools.
Listeria fears spread to schools and even more products as the BrucePac meat-and-poultry recall keeps getting worseThe USDA has expanded a critical recall of 11.8 million pounds of potentially contaminated ready-to-eat meat and poultry products linked to Listeria.
More than 165K pounds of ground beef recalled due to possible E. coli contaminationOver 165,000 pounds of ground beef recalled due to E. coli contamination; 15 illness cases linked to this outbreak.
As Foodborne Illnesses Sicken Tens of Millions Each Year, FDA Falls Behind on Mandated Inspections - Modern FarmerThe FDA has failed to meet food safety inspection requirements since 2018, risking public health.
Boar's Head recall triggers USDA watchdog probe into agency's handling of deadly listeria outbreakThe USDA faces scrutiny for its inaction on serious violations at Boar's Head, contributing to a deadly listeria outbreak.
Listeria recall grows to 12 million pounds of meat and poultry, some of it sent to US schoolsA nationwide recall of nearly 12 million pounds of meat and poultry products due to potential listeria contamination has been expanded to include ready-to-eat meals.
Listeria recall grows to 12M pounds of meat, poultry; some sent to US schoolsA significant meat and poultry recall due to listeria contamination affects nearly 12 million pounds of products across major retailers and schools.
Listeria fears spread to schools and even more products as the BrucePac meat-and-poultry recall keeps getting worseThe USDA has expanded a critical recall of 11.8 million pounds of potentially contaminated ready-to-eat meat and poultry products linked to Listeria.
More than 165K pounds of ground beef recalled due to possible E. coli contaminationOver 165,000 pounds of ground beef recalled due to E. coli contamination; 15 illness cases linked to this outbreak.
As Foodborne Illnesses Sicken Tens of Millions Each Year, FDA Falls Behind on Mandated Inspections - Modern FarmerThe FDA has failed to meet food safety inspection requirements since 2018, risking public health.
USDA Cancels $1 Billion In Funding To Schools & Food BanksThe Trump Administration's budget cuts significantly impact food assistance programs intended to support school lunches and community food banks.
Readers Respond: Oregon lawmakers should step up for food bank cutsUSDA's $500 million cut to food bank shipments significantly jeopardizes food assistance programs.
Opinion: The US Doesn't Grow Enough Food - But We Could - Modern FarmerU.S. agriculture struggles to feed its population due to declining farms and policies favoring large commodity crop subsidies.
USDA Cancels $1 Billion In Funding To Schools & Food BanksThe Trump Administration's budget cuts significantly impact food assistance programs intended to support school lunches and community food banks.
Readers Respond: Oregon lawmakers should step up for food bank cutsUSDA's $500 million cut to food bank shipments significantly jeopardizes food assistance programs.
Opinion: The US Doesn't Grow Enough Food - But We Could - Modern FarmerU.S. agriculture struggles to feed its population due to declining farms and policies favoring large commodity crop subsidies.
Trump Official Tells Americans to Buy Chickens to Deal With Egg Pricing CrisisEgg prices in the U.S. have risen by over 24% since Trump took office, prompting impractical solutions from officials.
Donald Trump broke the law by removing climate change references from USDA websites, lawsuit allegesUSDA's removal of climate change information harms organic farmers' livelihoods and threatens their ability to adapt to extreme weather.
Trump admin. fires USDA staff working on bird flu, immediately backpedalsThe Trump administration initially fired frontline responders to the H5N1 bird flu outbreak but later revoked those terminations amidst growing concerns.
Trump orders USDA to take down websites referencing climate crisisThe Trump administration ordered the removal of climate crisis-related content from US agriculture department websites.
USDA freezes federal funding for Maine university systemThe USDA has frozen $100 million in funding for the University of Maine system amid legal disputes over Title IX compliance.
More than 5,000 USDA workers fired by Trump ordered back to work for nowThe MSPB has temporarily reinstated over 5,000 USDA employees dismissed illegally, pending further investigation.
Trump Official Tells Americans to Buy Chickens to Deal With Egg Pricing CrisisEgg prices in the U.S. have risen by over 24% since Trump took office, prompting impractical solutions from officials.
Donald Trump broke the law by removing climate change references from USDA websites, lawsuit allegesUSDA's removal of climate change information harms organic farmers' livelihoods and threatens their ability to adapt to extreme weather.
Trump admin. fires USDA staff working on bird flu, immediately backpedalsThe Trump administration initially fired frontline responders to the H5N1 bird flu outbreak but later revoked those terminations amidst growing concerns.
Trump orders USDA to take down websites referencing climate crisisThe Trump administration ordered the removal of climate crisis-related content from US agriculture department websites.
USDA freezes federal funding for Maine university systemThe USDA has frozen $100 million in funding for the University of Maine system amid legal disputes over Title IX compliance.
More than 5,000 USDA workers fired by Trump ordered back to work for nowThe MSPB has temporarily reinstated over 5,000 USDA employees dismissed illegally, pending further investigation.
What cutting junk foods from SNAP could mean for millions of recipientsCongress is considering significant cuts to SNAP, potentially limiting food purchasing options for recipients.
GOP Cuts to Medicaid, SNAP Would Shrink California's Economy by $17 billion and Kill Nearly 140,000 Jobs, New Study Finds | KQEDProposed cuts to SNAP and Medicaid could lead to severe economic downturns and job losses, especially in states like California.
ED signs agreement to tackle college students' food insecurityThe partnership aims to address food insecurity among college students to enhance retention and degree attainment.
What cutting junk foods from SNAP could mean for millions of recipientsCongress is considering significant cuts to SNAP, potentially limiting food purchasing options for recipients.
GOP Cuts to Medicaid, SNAP Would Shrink California's Economy by $17 billion and Kill Nearly 140,000 Jobs, New Study Finds | KQEDProposed cuts to SNAP and Medicaid could lead to severe economic downturns and job losses, especially in states like California.
ED signs agreement to tackle college students' food insecurityThe partnership aims to address food insecurity among college students to enhance retention and degree attainment.
What's in Trump's $1bn plan to bring egg prices down?Egg prices in the US have hit an all-time high of $4.95 due to avian flu-related shortages.
Company says it received conditional approval for bird flu vaccine from US Department of AgricultureThe USDA has issued a conditional license for an avian flu vaccine for chickens to help control an outbreak affecting poultry.
Why Canada is safe, for now, from very high egg prices | CBC NewsCanada is likely to remain shielded from escalating egg prices affecting the U.S.
This is why Canada has plenty of eggs and the U.S. doesn'tThe U.S. is facing egg shortages due to avian flu, while Canada is managing to maintain a stable supply.
Expect record-high egg prices for most of the year. Here's whyEgg prices are expected to rise 20% in 2025 due to avian flu and inflation, significantly exceeding general food price increases.
How Long Will The Egg Shortage At Whole Foods Last? - Tasting TableThe U.S. egg industry is experiencing a significant shortage primarily due to bird flu, affecting supply and prices.Whole Foods is limiting egg purchases to manage dwindling stock amid rising demand.
What's in Trump's $1bn plan to bring egg prices down?Egg prices in the US have hit an all-time high of $4.95 due to avian flu-related shortages.
Company says it received conditional approval for bird flu vaccine from US Department of AgricultureThe USDA has issued a conditional license for an avian flu vaccine for chickens to help control an outbreak affecting poultry.
Why Canada is safe, for now, from very high egg prices | CBC NewsCanada is likely to remain shielded from escalating egg prices affecting the U.S.
This is why Canada has plenty of eggs and the U.S. doesn'tThe U.S. is facing egg shortages due to avian flu, while Canada is managing to maintain a stable supply.
Expect record-high egg prices for most of the year. Here's whyEgg prices are expected to rise 20% in 2025 due to avian flu and inflation, significantly exceeding general food price increases.
How Long Will The Egg Shortage At Whole Foods Last? - Tasting TableThe U.S. egg industry is experiencing a significant shortage primarily due to bird flu, affecting supply and prices.Whole Foods is limiting egg purchases to manage dwindling stock amid rising demand.
DOGE and Elon Musk keep making mistakes. How many can America afford?Elon Musk acknowledges that while mistakes will happen in his new administration, swift actions will be taken to rectify them.
USDA Cancels Hundreds of Journal SubscriptionsThe USDA has canceled nearly 400 journal subscriptions, impacting the access to critical scientific resources for its researchers.
DOGE and Elon Musk keep making mistakes. How many can America afford?Elon Musk acknowledges that while mistakes will happen in his new administration, swift actions will be taken to rectify them.
USDA Cancels Hundreds of Journal SubscriptionsThe USDA has canceled nearly 400 journal subscriptions, impacting the access to critical scientific resources for its researchers.
As egg prices soar, Trump administration targets California law and H5N1 bird fluUSDA Secretary Brooke Rollins seeks to combat rising egg prices with a five-prong strategy amid avian flu outbreaks.
Egg prices could jump another 41% this year, USDA says, as Trump's bird flu plan unveiledEgg prices may rise 40% by 2025 due to ongoing bird flu impacts and biosecurity measures.The USDA will invest an additional $1 billion to manage bird flu and stabilize egg prices.
USDA unveils a $1 billion plan to address the egg crisisUS egg prices have surged due to bird flu, prompting a $1 billion USDA intervention plan.
Vaccinating poultry could help cut soaring egg prices but US remains hesitantVaccination against bird flu could help control outbreaks and reduce egg prices, but delays persist due to export concerns and political resistance.
USDA Secretary Brooke Rollins REJECTS bird flu vaccines, focuses on biosecurity and re-population to lower egg pricesUSDA Secretary Brooke Rollins dismisses bird flu vaccines, advocating for alternative strategies to stabilize egg prices.
Why Eggs Are So Expensive Right NowThe price of eggs is expected to rise by 20% this year due to avian influenza outbreaks.
As egg prices soar, Trump administration targets California law and H5N1 bird fluUSDA Secretary Brooke Rollins seeks to combat rising egg prices with a five-prong strategy amid avian flu outbreaks.
Egg prices could jump another 41% this year, USDA says, as Trump's bird flu plan unveiledEgg prices may rise 40% by 2025 due to ongoing bird flu impacts and biosecurity measures.The USDA will invest an additional $1 billion to manage bird flu and stabilize egg prices.
USDA unveils a $1 billion plan to address the egg crisisUS egg prices have surged due to bird flu, prompting a $1 billion USDA intervention plan.
Vaccinating poultry could help cut soaring egg prices but US remains hesitantVaccination against bird flu could help control outbreaks and reduce egg prices, but delays persist due to export concerns and political resistance.
USDA Secretary Brooke Rollins REJECTS bird flu vaccines, focuses on biosecurity and re-population to lower egg pricesUSDA Secretary Brooke Rollins dismisses bird flu vaccines, advocating for alternative strategies to stabilize egg prices.
Why Eggs Are So Expensive Right NowThe price of eggs is expected to rise by 20% this year due to avian influenza outbreaks.
DOGE cuts to USDA may open door to invasive species, higher food pricesFired USDA employees are being ordered to be reinstated, creating significant legal and operational challenges for the Trump administration.
DOGE's Cuts at the USDA Could Cause US Grocery Prices to Rise and Invasive Species to SpreadUSDA staff cuts jeopardize invasive species detection efforts and agricultural safety.
Democratic senators demand answers from USDA after major cuts to food assistance programsSenate Democrats are urging the USDA to restore funding for programs supporting food banks and schools after a $2 billion budget cut.
Funding Freeze on University of Maine System LiftedFederal agriculture funding for Maine's public colleges has been restored, enabling ongoing educational and community support.
Trump and GOP Attack Children's Food Aid in Order to Fund Tax Cuts for the RichUSDA's axing of significant nutrition funding programs risks harming school meal programs and local agriculture.
Black farmers among those left in limbo amid federal funding freezeSmall farmers like Gale Livingstone face uncertainty due to funding cuts and policy changes affecting their viability.
Trump and GOP Attack Children's Food Aid in Order to Fund Tax Cuts for the RichUSDA's axing of significant nutrition funding programs risks harming school meal programs and local agriculture.
Black farmers among those left in limbo amid federal funding freezeSmall farmers like Gale Livingstone face uncertainty due to funding cuts and policy changes affecting their viability.
Why Did More Than 1 Million Bee Colonies Collapse? Scientists Seek AnswersBeekeepers lost an average of 62% of their colonies, prompting urgent investigation into the cause.
An uncertain future for agricultural students at Black colleges after Trump cuts: a clear attack'The 1890 National Scholars program suspension reveals critical funding issues for historically Black colleges and students in agriculture.
Trump administration lays off USDA scientists at Fresno County grape-breeding programFederal budget cuts threaten California grape breeding program.Significant layoffs in USDA disrupt vital agricultural research.
USDA sued for removing climate dataFarmers are suing the USDA over the removal of vital climate data, which is essential for adapting to changing weather patterns.
USDA reinstates scholarship program for HBCU studentsThe USDA has reopened applications for the 1890 Scholars Program, supporting agriculture students at historically Black land-grant institutions.
Dairy farmers in Wisconsin see federal funding unfrozen as others are left waitingRural farmers, supported by federal grants, face uncertainty due to funding halts, impacting local economies.USDA reverses funding cuts, reinstating reimbursements for dairy processors.
These States Are the Biggest Food Producers in the USRural states, often overlooked, play a vital role in U.S. agriculture and food supply despite urban areas dominating GDP and population.
An uncertain future for agricultural students at Black colleges after Trump cuts: a clear attack'The 1890 National Scholars program suspension reveals critical funding issues for historically Black colleges and students in agriculture.
Trump administration lays off USDA scientists at Fresno County grape-breeding programFederal budget cuts threaten California grape breeding program.Significant layoffs in USDA disrupt vital agricultural research.
USDA sued for removing climate dataFarmers are suing the USDA over the removal of vital climate data, which is essential for adapting to changing weather patterns.
USDA reinstates scholarship program for HBCU studentsThe USDA has reopened applications for the 1890 Scholars Program, supporting agriculture students at historically Black land-grant institutions.
Dairy farmers in Wisconsin see federal funding unfrozen as others are left waitingRural farmers, supported by federal grants, face uncertainty due to funding halts, impacting local economies.USDA reverses funding cuts, reinstating reimbursements for dairy processors.
These States Are the Biggest Food Producers in the USRural states, often overlooked, play a vital role in U.S. agriculture and food supply despite urban areas dominating GDP and population.
Automakers granted relief from tariffs. And, fired USDA workers return to workTrump temporarily suspends auto tariffs giving manufacturers a reprieve, amid concerns about job cuts and procedural legitimacy in federal layoffs.
Community Connect Grant Program Issues NOFO for 2025USDA is offering $26 million in grants for broadband services in rural areas to foster economic growth and improve access to education and healthcare.
USDA ReConnect Program Announces $173M in Broadband FundingUSDA announced $173 million in broadband funding for rural communities to enhance internet access through the ReConnect Program.
Community Connect Grant Program Issues NOFO for 2025USDA is offering $26 million in grants for broadband services in rural areas to foster economic growth and improve access to education and healthcare.
USDA ReConnect Program Announces $173M in Broadband FundingUSDA announced $173 million in broadband funding for rural communities to enhance internet access through the ReConnect Program.
Farmers sue USDA after agency deletes climate change dataUSDA accused of removing vital climate data from its sites, hindering farmers and researchers.
Scholarships suspended at HBCUs for students studying agriculture, foods via 1890 Scholars ProgramThe 1890 Scholars Program has been suspended for review, affecting students at historically Black colleges and universities.
Bird flu in 2025: How it affects egg prices and what you need to knowThe H5N1 bird flu outbreak highlights serious public health concerns, with undetected human and livestock infections prompting calls for improved surveillance.
There's another massive meat recall over Listeria-and it's a doozyA massive meat recall involves 11.8 million pounds of products due to Listeria contamination, posing serious health risks.
US to start nationwide testing for H5N1 flu virus in milk supplyUSDA aims to eliminate cattle as a reservoir for H5N1 through isolation and tracing until vaccines are validated.
1st US case of bird flu in a pig raises concerns over potential human threatThe discovery of bird flu in U.S. pigs is alarming and highlights potential risks to human health.
The USDA fired staffers working on bird flu. Now it's trying to reverse courseThe USDA is reversing firings of staff involved in bird flu response due to its growing spread.
Agriculture Department Moves to Rehire Some Bird Flu Response WorkersThe USDA is reversing firings of bird flu response employees amid growing public health concerns.Termination of key USDA employees has raised alarms over the effectiveness of the response to bird flu.
Bird flu in 2025: How it affects egg prices and what you need to knowThe H5N1 bird flu outbreak highlights serious public health concerns, with undetected human and livestock infections prompting calls for improved surveillance.
There's another massive meat recall over Listeria-and it's a doozyA massive meat recall involves 11.8 million pounds of products due to Listeria contamination, posing serious health risks.
US to start nationwide testing for H5N1 flu virus in milk supplyUSDA aims to eliminate cattle as a reservoir for H5N1 through isolation and tracing until vaccines are validated.
1st US case of bird flu in a pig raises concerns over potential human threatThe discovery of bird flu in U.S. pigs is alarming and highlights potential risks to human health.
The USDA fired staffers working on bird flu. Now it's trying to reverse courseThe USDA is reversing firings of staff involved in bird flu response due to its growing spread.
Agriculture Department Moves to Rehire Some Bird Flu Response WorkersThe USDA is reversing firings of bird flu response employees amid growing public health concerns.Termination of key USDA employees has raised alarms over the effectiveness of the response to bird flu.
Housing agencies are in wait-and-see mode since inaugurationThe Trump administration is focusing on affordable housing, impacting several servicing policies temporarily.
U.S. egg industry sees record chicken deaths from bird flu outbreakThe U.S. faces unprecedented egg production losses due to a bird flu outbreak, affecting both conventional and organic farming systems.
USDA Inspector General Phyllis Fong Defies Trump's Firing Amid Bird-Flu ConcernsThe termination of USDA inspector general Phyllis Fong raises concerns about government transparency and accountability.
U.S. Milk to Be Tested for Bird Flu VirusThe USDA is implementing mandatory testing for H5N1 in milk to address a year-long outbreak, shifting from previous voluntary guidelines.
How are H5N9 and H5N1 different? What to know after California bird flu outbreakH5N9 was detected in a California duck farm, marking its first occurrence in American poultry with severe illness from highly pathogenic avian influenza.
U.S. egg industry sees record chicken deaths from bird flu outbreakThe U.S. faces unprecedented egg production losses due to a bird flu outbreak, affecting both conventional and organic farming systems.
USDA Inspector General Phyllis Fong Defies Trump's Firing Amid Bird-Flu ConcernsThe termination of USDA inspector general Phyllis Fong raises concerns about government transparency and accountability.
U.S. Milk to Be Tested for Bird Flu VirusThe USDA is implementing mandatory testing for H5N1 in milk to address a year-long outbreak, shifting from previous voluntary guidelines.
How are H5N9 and H5N1 different? What to know after California bird flu outbreakH5N9 was detected in a California duck farm, marking its first occurrence in American poultry with severe illness from highly pathogenic avian influenza.
Here's What It Means When Steak Is USDA Certified Tender - Tasting TableUSDA's 'certified tender' label guarantees exceptional tenderness in beef cuts, offering consumers a reliable measure of meat quality beyond standard grades.
I Demand The National Agricultural Library Publish This Book Right Now | DefectorThe USDA's collection of botanical paintings, particularly by Deborah Griscom Passmore, highlights the artistry behind scientific documentation.
USDA ReConnect Program Announces $313M in Broadband FundingUSDA announced over $313 million in broadband funding to enhance high-speed internet access in rural areas across 18 states, supporting economic development.
USDA Orders Raw Milk Testing Under Guise Of Bird Flu Amid War On Small FarmsDemand for raw milk is rising, but government policies may threaten small dairy farms and promote corporate dominance in agriculture.
Avian flu: USDA to begin expanded testing of milk supply in 6 states, including CaliforniaUSDA is expanding testing of raw milk to track H5N1 bird flu in dairy cattle.
Biden administration set to miss chance to lock in new food guidelinesThe timeline for FDA food recommendations is delayed, likely extending to 2025, risking changes before potential new administration guidelines.
What to know about Brooke Rollins, Trump's pick for agriculture secretaryBrooke Rollins, former aide, has been chosen to lead the USDA, bringing agricultural experience and loyalty to Trump.
USDA ban on school lunch fees for low-income families begins in 2027Processing fees for free or reduced-price school meals will be eliminated starting in 2027, benefiting low-income families.
U.S. Department of Agriculture bans school lunch fees for low-income familiesStarting in 2027, students eligible for free or reduced-price school meals won't be charged transaction fees, easing financial burdens for low-income families.
The USDA announces a ban on school lunch processing feesThe USDA has announced that from 2027, students eligible for free or reduced-price meals will not face processing fees.
USDA ban on school lunch fees for low-income families begins in 2027Processing fees for free or reduced-price school meals will be eliminated starting in 2027, benefiting low-income families.
U.S. Department of Agriculture bans school lunch fees for low-income familiesStarting in 2027, students eligible for free or reduced-price school meals won't be charged transaction fees, easing financial burdens for low-income families.
The USDA announces a ban on school lunch processing feesThe USDA has announced that from 2027, students eligible for free or reduced-price meals will not face processing fees.
What happened to a couple of Miami guys who didn't pay for over $1 million of foodAmerican Fruit & Produce Corp. lost its license for failing to pay over $1 million owed for produce, marking a severe violation of agricultural trading laws.
US to hand over pest inspections of Mexican avocados to Mexico and California growers aren't happyCalifornia avocado growers are alarmed by the U.S. decision to transfer pest inspections of Mexican avocados to the Mexican government.
You Can Thank Jamaica For The Invention Of Chocolate Milk - Tasting TableChocolate milk has a rich history, originating in Jamaica, contrasting its contemporary image of sweetness and controversy over health issues.
Climate-Friendly' Meat? Regulators Tighten Scrutiny of Label Buzzwords.USDA requires meat producers to verify environmental claims on labels to combat greenwashing.