Wishing everyone a safe and happy Halloween this evening! 🎃
Ahh, the relaxing sound of rain drizzling in your garden 😌🌧️
Gardening is an effective way of improving your physical and psychological wellbeing. Learn more: https://bit.ly/3CJp4DZ
Federal Interagency Military Spouse Career Expo
USDA is proud to be participating in the first of its kind #CareerExpo for #MilitarySpouses being held on Oct. 12th, 2022 from 10am – 4pm ET alongside 15 other departments, agencies and the First Lady Jill Biden.
This virtual event will give military spouses the chance to network, learn about opportunities and apply for open positions including remote and virtual opportunities.
Register here: https://lnkd.in/eMd9Nkar
Have you signed up your local garden as a People’s Garden yet? Watch this video to learn how! Sign up and JOIN US! #PeoplesGarden
Celebrating Hispanic-Serving Institutions Week
As we conclude Hispanic-Serving Institutions Week,, USDA would like to recognize the many contributions of Hispanic-Serving Institutions, Agricultural Colleges and Universities who educate more than 2.2 million Hispanic students every year. Thank you for working to develop the leaders of tomorrow!
En noviembre, NASS enviará por correo el cuestionario del Censo de Agricultura de 2022 a casi 3 millones de agricultores en los Estados Unidos y en Puerto Rico. Para obtener más información o ayuda completando su cuestionario censal, visite nass.usda.gov/AgCensus o llame libre de cargos al 1-866-716-5655.
The 2022 Census of Agriculture is coming this fall. USDA’s National Agricultural Statistics Service Census and Survey Division Director Barbara Rater’s message on the value and impact of the #AgCensus to producers throughout Puerto Rico. Learn more: https://www.nass.usda.gov/AgCensus/index.php
Ag Producers: The 2022 Census of Agriculture is coming this November. USDA National Agricultural Statistics Service Administrator Huber Hamer’s message on the value and impact of the AgCensus to nearly three million producers throughout the United States and Puerto Rico. Learn more: https://www.nass.usda.gov/AgCensus/index.php
Increasing Land Access and Career Pathways for Next Gen Ag
We're announcing $550 million in American Rescue Plan funding to support projects that enable underserved producers to access land, capital and markets, and train the next, diverse generation of agricultural professionals. Details: https://go.usa.gov/xhgCx
RD Under Secretary Xochitl Torres Small Speaks with Small Business Owners
Last week was Goldman Sachs' Small Business Advocacy Day at Nationals Park in Washington DC and USDA Under Secretary Xochitl Torres Small spoke with small business owners from all parts of the country about what Rural Development can do for Rural communities!
Secretary Vilsack Gives Remarks Combatting Challenges in Agriculture, Water Conservation
Secretary Tom Vilsack will give a speech at Colorado State University’s Salazar Center’s Virtual International Symposium for Conservation Impact and announce a comprehensive set of investments to address challenges facing producers and agriculture, including market disruptions, climate change, and animal disease prevention.
Celebrating National Hispanic Heritage Month
Cada año, durante el mes de la herencia hispana, celebramos las historias, culturas, y contribuciones de los habitantes de Estados Unidos cuyos antepasados vinieron de España, México, y los países hispanoparlantes de Centro y Sudamérica, y también el Caribe.
USDA está comprometido al asegurar igualdad a través de todo el departamento, al igual que remover las barreras al acceso, y el crear un personal más representativo a EE.UU.
Women's Impact on Agriculture
On Women's Equality Day, we celebrate the progress made toward women's equality and recognize the achievements and contributions women have made, especially in agriculture
America's Top 10 Favorite Ice Cream Flavors
Steve’s Homeownership Dream
From Volunteer to Homeowner
Celebrate National Dairy Month
Celebrating AAPI Producers: Leonardo Aguila
USDA Secretary and Deputy Visit the People's Garden
Celebrating AAPI Heritage Month
Secretary Vilsack's Earth Day 2021 Message