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The Cornell Small Farms Program team is continuing to grow, and we are hiring! We are excited to share that the application is now open for our newest team member, ...
Read MoreWashington, D.C., Feb. 6, 2025 — The U.S. Department of Agriculture (USDA) today released the following statement commending Mexico’s action to declare ineffective measures concerning genetically engineered (GE) corn that the United States successfully challenged in the USMCA...
Read MoreThe Super Bowl is a time to gather with friends and family to watch the sporting event of the year and enjoy a few tasty bites to eat. After leaving perishable hot or cold food at room temperature for two hours, also known as the Danger Zone, bacteria can reach dangerous levels and make you sick...
Read MoreEveryone wants their chicken wings to make an impression. Don’t let food safety missteps fumble your Super Bowl party.
To make chicken wings tasty, folks often rely on a marinade—a savory sauce that soaks poultry to enrich its flavor or to tenderize it. Marinating also prevents chicken...
Read MoreWASHINGTON, Jan. 29, 2025 – The U.S. Department of Agriculture (USDA) announced that people recovering from the impact of recent wildfires and straight-line winds may be eligible for food assistance through USDA’s Disaster Supplemental Nutrition Assistance Program (D-SNAP)....
Read MoreOur current season of online courses is well underway, and the fourth and final block of courses will start live instruction in one month. With courses on business, grazing management, soil health, growing fruit, and more, this is a great opportunity to learn before the growing season begins....
Read MoreWASHINGTON, January 27, 2025 — If you’re hosting a Super Bowl party, keep food safety in your playbook to ensure that bacteria doesn’t run out the clock. The U.S. Department of Agriculture’s (USDA) Food Safety and Inspection Service (FSIS) has a game plan to keep your Super Bowl...
Read MoreWashington, D.C., Jan. 24, 2025 — The U.S. Department of Agriculture (USDA) today announced key appointments by President Donald J. Trump to support his administration’s focus on forest management, wildfire prevention, and natural resource conservation. Ahead of the President's...
Read MoreWashington, D.C., Jan. 21, 2025 — The U.S. Department of Agriculture today announced the names of the following individuals who will hold senior staff positions in Washington, D.C. These appointees have been selected to implement President Trump’s America First agenda, ensuring...
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