Public comments sought on 2020-2025 Dietary Guidelines priority topics 02.28.2018 By Jay Sjerven For the first time, USDA and HHS will seek public comments on the development process.Read More
Undersecretary of USDA's Farm and Foreign Agricultural Service confirmed by Senate 02.28.2018 By Holly Demaree-Saddler Bill Northey has been Iowa Secretary of Agriculture since 2006.Read More
USDA chief economist discusses challenges, opportunities for US farmers, producers 02.27.2018 By Holly Demaree-Saddler Net farm income is expected to remain flat over the next 10 years.Read More
Infographic: Adding value to food, beverage 02.27.2018 By Donna Berry Meat processing makes up one of the largest segments of value-added food and beverage manufacturing.Read More
Top 3 concerns for US farmers 02.26.2018 By Eric Schroeder Secretary Perdue says regulation, trade and workforce are top of mind.Read More
FSIS issues public health alert in Iowa 02.15.2018 By Staff An investigation of Salmonella related illnesses were linked to chicken salad sold at Fareway grocery stores. Read More
FSIS extends swine slaughter comment period 02.12.2018 By Staff The original deadline was April 2, 2018.Read More
Beef industry focuses on ‘fake meat’ 02.12.2018 By Staff The US Cattlemen’s Association has petitioned USDA to exclude alternative proteins from definition of “beef” and “meat.”Read More
Jerky products recalled over undeclared allergen 02.02.2018 By Staff Whip City issued the recall of 1,391 lbs. of beef jerky suspected of containing milk, which was not included on the product label. Read More
USDA opens up market analysis reporting service 02.01.2018 By Holly Demaree-Saddler MARS is a tool to improve the transparency, speed and accuracy of USDA Market News.Read More