USDA scientists develop 16 new lettuce breeding lines
U.S. Dept. of Agriculture (USDA) scientists in California have developed 16 new lettuce breeding lines. IFT Daily News
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USDA develops new certification label for GMO-free products
According to the Associated Press, the U.S. Dept. of Agriculture (USDA) has developed a new government certification and labeling for foods that are free of genetically modified ingredients. IFT Daily … Continue Reading →
USDA to work with farmers, ranchers to address climate change
U.S. Agriculture Secretary Tom Vilsack has laid out a comprehensive approach to partner with agricultural producers to address the threat of climate change. IFT Daily News
USDA expands beef, pork trade with Mexico, Peru
U.S. Agriculture Secretary Tom Vilsack has announced that the U.S. Dept. of Agriculture (USDA) has reached agreements allowing U.S. beef and pork producers greater access to consumers in Mexico and … Continue Reading →
USDA confirms cases of avian influenza
Since December 2014, the U.S. Dept. of Agriculture (USDA) has confirmed several cases of highly pathogenic avian influenza (HPAI) H5 in the Pacific, Central, and Mississippi flyways (or migratory bird … Continue Reading →
USDA launches FoodKeeper app to prevent food waste
The U.S. Food Waste Challenge calls on organizations and businesses across the food supply chain to join the fight against food waste. IFT Daily News
USDA announces grants for childhood obesity prevention programs
The U.S. Dept. of Agriculture (USDA) has awarded $ 9 million in grants to develop childhood obesity intervention programs through colleges and universities in 12 states and Puerto Rico. IFT … Continue Reading →
FDA, CDC, USDA develop improved method for attributing foodborne illness
The U.S. Food and Drug Administration (FDA), the Centers for Disease Control and Prevention (CDC), and the U.S. Dept. of Agriculture’s Food Safety and Inspection Service (USDA FSIS) have developed … Continue Reading →
USDA announces funding available for agriculture research
The U.S. Dept. of Agriculture’s (USDA) National Institute of Food and Agriculture (NIFA) announced more than $ 160 million is available to fund research, education, and extension projects that address … Continue Reading →
USDA approves GE apples
The U.S. Dept. of Agriculture’s (USDA) Animal and Plant Health Inspection Service (APHIS) has announced its decision to deregulate two apple varieties genetically engineered (GE) to resist browning. IFT Daily … Continue Reading →