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Letter supporting farm bill orphan programs

NASDA

Without guaranteed funding, the progress made in these areas is expected to stall, potentially setting back years of advancement in agricultural research, rural support, and conservation efforts.

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This app set out to fight pesticides. Once VC stepped in, the app helped sell them.

Food Environment and Reporting Network

No longer did she speak about saving the environment or using fewer chemicals: Now, she said, “We want to start a revolution in the agri-supply chain.” The Streys had studied geography and soil science at Leibniz University Hannover in Germany. This subtle shift spoke volumes about what was happening behind the scenes.

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Coalition letter of support for USDA Agricultural Research Service funding

NASDA

As your committees consider Appropriations for the Agriculture, Rural Development, Food and Drug Administration, and Related Agencies for FY2026, we respectfully request $1.877 billion for ARS salaries and expenses, which represents a five percent increase over the FY2025 level.

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Coalition letter of support for USDA Agricultural Research Service funding

NASDA

As your committees consider Appropriations for the Agriculture, Rural Development, Food and Drug Administration, and Related Agencies for FY2026, we respectfully request $1.877 billion for ARS salaries and expenses, which represents a five percent increase over the FY2025 level.

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Our 2023 Food and Farming Holiday Book Gift Guide

Civil Eats

It reads as a love letter to his land, his herd, and his rural community and a manifesto on how and why to farm in a way that protects them all. The book exceeded my expectations. It is strong in narrative, rich in description, and has a palpable sense of place. The simple reason I find these compelling is that groceries are so very complex.

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