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Coronavirus
fromArs Technica
2 months ago

Trump admin. fires USDA staff working on bird flu, immediately backpedals

The Trump administration initially fired frontline responders to the H5N1 bird flu outbreak but later revoked those terminations amidst growing concerns.
SF food
fromNew York Post
4 days ago

USDA withdraws plan to limit salmonella levels in raw poultry

USDA has halted a proposed rule to limit salmonella in poultry, reversing a key food safety initiative under the Biden Administration.
SF food
fromScary Mommy
2 days ago

The USDA Rolled Back A Plan To Reduce Salmonella Levels In Chicken

The USDA abandoned a plan to limit salmonella levels in poultry, ending a key food safety initiative from the Biden administration.
fromModern Farmer
3 months ago
Agriculture

As Foodborne Illnesses Sicken Tens of Millions Each Year, FDA Falls Behind on Mandated Inspections - Modern Farmer

The FDA has failed to meet food safety inspection requirements since 2018, risking public health.
fromArs Technica
6 months ago
OMG science

There's another massive meat recall over Listeria-and it's a doozy

A massive meat recall involves 11.8 million pounds of products due to Listeria contamination, posing serious health risks.
fromNew York Post
3 days ago
US news

USDA threatens Mexico's beef imports over fear of flesh-eating parasite spreading north: report

The USDA threatens to stop live animal imports from Mexico unless it combats the spread of a harmful parasite.
Coronavirus
fromArs Technica
2 months ago

Trump admin. fires USDA staff working on bird flu, immediately backpedals

The Trump administration initially fired frontline responders to the H5N1 bird flu outbreak but later revoked those terminations amidst growing concerns.
SF food
fromNew York Post
4 days ago

USDA withdraws plan to limit salmonella levels in raw poultry

USDA has halted a proposed rule to limit salmonella in poultry, reversing a key food safety initiative under the Biden Administration.
SF food
fromScary Mommy
2 days ago

The USDA Rolled Back A Plan To Reduce Salmonella Levels In Chicken

The USDA abandoned a plan to limit salmonella levels in poultry, ending a key food safety initiative from the Biden administration.
fromModern Farmer
3 months ago
Agriculture

As Foodborne Illnesses Sicken Tens of Millions Each Year, FDA Falls Behind on Mandated Inspections - Modern Farmer

The FDA has failed to meet food safety inspection requirements since 2018, risking public health.
fromArs Technica
6 months ago
OMG science

There's another massive meat recall over Listeria-and it's a doozy

A massive meat recall involves 11.8 million pounds of products due to Listeria contamination, posing serious health risks.
fromNew York Post
3 days ago
US news

USDA threatens Mexico's beef imports over fear of flesh-eating parasite spreading north: report

The USDA threatens to stop live animal imports from Mexico unless it combats the spread of a harmful parasite.
more#public-health
#snap
SF food
fromAxios
1 month ago

What cutting junk foods from SNAP could mean for millions of recipients

Congress is considering significant cuts to SNAP, potentially limiting food purchasing options for recipients.
fromKqed
1 month ago
Right-wing politics

GOP Cuts to Medicaid, SNAP Would Shrink California's Economy by $17 billion and Kill Nearly 140,000 Jobs, New Study Finds | KQED

Proposed cuts to SNAP and Medicaid could lead to severe economic downturns and job losses, especially in states like California.
fromNew York Post
3 days ago
SF food

Trump admin demands crackdown on illegal immigrants' use of taxpayer-funded food stamps

USDA is enforcing measures to prevent illegal immigrants from accessing food stamps as directed by President Trump's executive order.
SF food
fromAxios
1 month ago

What cutting junk foods from SNAP could mean for millions of recipients

Congress is considering significant cuts to SNAP, potentially limiting food purchasing options for recipients.
fromKqed
1 month ago
Right-wing politics

GOP Cuts to Medicaid, SNAP Would Shrink California's Economy by $17 billion and Kill Nearly 140,000 Jobs, New Study Finds | KQED

Proposed cuts to SNAP and Medicaid could lead to severe economic downturns and job losses, especially in states like California.
fromNew York Post
3 days ago
SF food

Trump admin demands crackdown on illegal immigrants' use of taxpayer-funded food stamps

USDA is enforcing measures to prevent illegal immigrants from accessing food stamps as directed by President Trump's executive order.
more#snap
#egg-prices
Coronavirus
fromwww.mercurynews.com
1 month ago

Vaccinating poultry could help cut soaring egg prices but US remains hesitant

Vaccination against bird flu could help control outbreaks and reduce egg prices, but delays persist due to export concerns and political resistance.
fromNew York Post
1 week ago
Coronavirus

Bird flu forced 30M chickens to be culled across nine states so far this year

Bird flu has led to the culling of millions of chickens across nine states, significantly impacting egg prices.
fromAxios
2 months ago
US politics

Egg prices estimated to rise by 41.1% in 2025 as bird flu intensifies, USDA says

The avian influenza outbreak has significantly impacted egg production, leading to rising prices and temporary surcharges at restaurants.
fromwww.cbc.ca
2 months ago
Canada news

Why Canada is safe, for now, from very high egg prices | CBC News

Canada is likely to remain shielded from escalating egg prices affecting the U.S.
fromwww.dw.com
1 month ago
Europe news

US egg shortage: Does Europe have any to spare? DW 03/20/2025

US egg prices have surged over 159% due to an avian flu outbreak causing significant culling of poultry.
Coronavirus
fromwww.mercurynews.com
1 month ago

Vaccinating poultry could help cut soaring egg prices but US remains hesitant

Vaccination against bird flu could help control outbreaks and reduce egg prices, but delays persist due to export concerns and political resistance.
fromNew York Post
1 week ago
Coronavirus

Bird flu forced 30M chickens to be culled across nine states so far this year

Bird flu has led to the culling of millions of chickens across nine states, significantly impacting egg prices.
fromAxios
2 months ago
US politics

Egg prices estimated to rise by 41.1% in 2025 as bird flu intensifies, USDA says

The avian influenza outbreak has significantly impacted egg production, leading to rising prices and temporary surcharges at restaurants.
fromwww.cbc.ca
2 months ago
Canada news

Why Canada is safe, for now, from very high egg prices | CBC News

Canada is likely to remain shielded from escalating egg prices affecting the U.S.
fromwww.dw.com
1 month ago
Europe news

US egg shortage: Does Europe have any to spare? DW 03/20/2025

US egg prices have surged over 159% due to an avian flu outbreak causing significant culling of poultry.
more#egg-prices
#food-safety
Health
fromABC7 San Francisco
5 months ago

More than 165K pounds of ground beef recalled due to possible E. coli contamination

Over 165,000 pounds of ground beef recalled due to E. coli contamination; 15 illness cases linked to this outbreak.
fromFast Company
1 week ago
SF food

USDA alert: Pork product sold at Aldi may contain metal. Check your freezer for these carnitas right now

USDA warns of potential metal contamination in pre-cooked pork carnitas sold at Aldi.
fromCbsnews
4 weeks ago
SF food

Some liquid eggs products recalled as they may include bleach, USDA warns. Here's what to know.

Cargill recalls liquid egg products potentially contaminated with bleach, though no health issues reported.
fromFast Company
4 weeks ago
SF food

A liquid egg recall is here to ruin your shortage-era breakfast: Egg Beaters, Bob Evans products may contain bleach

Cargill is recalling over 212,000 pounds of liquid egg products due to potential bleach contamination.
fromEater
5 months ago
Health

What's the Difference Between the FDA and the USDA?

The U.S. food supply is regulated by two agencies, USDA for meat and FDA for processed foods, creating a confusing landscape.
fromFast Company
3 months ago
Miscellaneous

Chicken nuggets health alert: USDA recall site warns about Wegmans frozen food product sold in 8 states

FSIS has issued a public health alert regarding Wegmans chicken nuggets due to bone contamination.
Health
fromABC7 San Francisco
5 months ago

More than 165K pounds of ground beef recalled due to possible E. coli contamination

Over 165,000 pounds of ground beef recalled due to E. coli contamination; 15 illness cases linked to this outbreak.
fromFast Company
1 week ago
SF food

USDA alert: Pork product sold at Aldi may contain metal. Check your freezer for these carnitas right now

USDA warns of potential metal contamination in pre-cooked pork carnitas sold at Aldi.
fromCbsnews
4 weeks ago
SF food

Some liquid eggs products recalled as they may include bleach, USDA warns. Here's what to know.

Cargill recalls liquid egg products potentially contaminated with bleach, though no health issues reported.
fromFast Company
4 weeks ago
SF food

A liquid egg recall is here to ruin your shortage-era breakfast: Egg Beaters, Bob Evans products may contain bleach

Cargill is recalling over 212,000 pounds of liquid egg products due to potential bleach contamination.
fromEater
5 months ago
Health

What's the Difference Between the FDA and the USDA?

The U.S. food supply is regulated by two agencies, USDA for meat and FDA for processed foods, creating a confusing landscape.
fromFast Company
3 months ago
Miscellaneous

Chicken nuggets health alert: USDA recall site warns about Wegmans frozen food product sold in 8 states

FSIS has issued a public health alert regarding Wegmans chicken nuggets due to bone contamination.
more#food-safety
#climate-change
US news
fromThe Verge
2 months ago

Donald Trump broke the law by removing climate change references from USDA websites, lawsuit alleges

USDA's removal of climate change information harms organic farmers' livelihoods and threatens their ability to adapt to extreme weather.
US news
fromFlowingData
2 months ago

USDA sued for removing climate data

Farmers are suing the USDA over the removal of vital climate data, which is essential for adapting to changing weather patterns.
Environment
fromFast Company
2 weeks ago

Trump's push to solve wildfires by expanding logging won't work

The USDA plans to enhance logging by 25% while eliminating environmental reviews, impacting almost 59% of national forest lands.
fromNatural Health News
2 months ago
Alternative medicine

USDA Climate Change Policies Under Fire-What's Next?

USDA directed employees to remove climate change references, rekindling debates on federal priorities and corporate influence.
fromFuturism
2 months ago
Miscellaneous

Trump Admin Orders Deletion of Information About Climate Change From Government Websites

The USDA under Trump is erasing climate change references from its website, signaling a concerning policy change.
US news
fromThe Verge
2 months ago

Donald Trump broke the law by removing climate change references from USDA websites, lawsuit alleges

USDA's removal of climate change information harms organic farmers' livelihoods and threatens their ability to adapt to extreme weather.
US news
fromFlowingData
2 months ago

USDA sued for removing climate data

Farmers are suing the USDA over the removal of vital climate data, which is essential for adapting to changing weather patterns.
Environment
fromFast Company
2 weeks ago

Trump's push to solve wildfires by expanding logging won't work

The USDA plans to enhance logging by 25% while eliminating environmental reviews, impacting almost 59% of national forest lands.
fromNatural Health News
2 months ago
Alternative medicine

USDA Climate Change Policies Under Fire-What's Next?

USDA directed employees to remove climate change references, rekindling debates on federal priorities and corporate influence.
fromFuturism
2 months ago
Miscellaneous

Trump Admin Orders Deletion of Information About Climate Change From Government Websites

The USDA under Trump is erasing climate change references from its website, signaling a concerning policy change.
more#climate-change
#food-assistance
SF food
fromwww.nytimes.com
1 month ago

Food Banks Left in the Lurch as U.S.D.A. Shipments Are Suspended

Food banks face a $500 million shortfall due to frozen federal aid shipments, jeopardizing support for needy residents.
fromLos Angeles Times
3 weeks ago
SF food

Newsom appeals 'irrational and malicious' decision to cut USDA food assistance program

California Governor Newsom urges USDA to restore critical food program funding, warning it jeopardizes food aid for families and income for local farmers.
SF food
fromwww.nytimes.com
1 month ago

Food Banks Left in the Lurch as U.S.D.A. Shipments Are Suspended

Food banks face a $500 million shortfall due to frozen federal aid shipments, jeopardizing support for needy residents.
fromLos Angeles Times
3 weeks ago
SF food

Newsom appeals 'irrational and malicious' decision to cut USDA food assistance program

California Governor Newsom urges USDA to restore critical food program funding, warning it jeopardizes food aid for families and income for local farmers.
more#food-assistance
#education-funding
US news
fromwww.theguardian.com
2 months ago

An uncertain future for agricultural students at Black colleges after Trump cuts: a clear attack'

The 1890 National Scholars program suspension reveals critical funding issues for historically Black colleges and students in agriculture.
US news
fromwww.theguardian.com
2 months ago

An uncertain future for agricultural students at Black colleges after Trump cuts: a clear attack'

The 1890 National Scholars program suspension reveals critical funding issues for historically Black colleges and students in agriculture.
more#education-funding
#food-security
fromPortlandTribune.com
4 weeks ago
SF food

Readers Respond: Oregon lawmakers should step up for food bank cuts

USDA's $500 million cut to food bank shipments significantly jeopardizes food assistance programs.
fromModern Farmer
2 months ago
Agriculture

Opinion: The US Doesn't Grow Enough Food - But We Could - Modern Farmer

U.S. agriculture struggles to feed its population due to declining farms and policies favoring large commodity crop subsidies.
fromPortlandTribune.com
4 weeks ago
SF food

Readers Respond: Oregon lawmakers should step up for food bank cuts

USDA's $500 million cut to food bank shipments significantly jeopardizes food assistance programs.
fromModern Farmer
2 months ago
Agriculture

Opinion: The US Doesn't Grow Enough Food - But We Could - Modern Farmer

U.S. agriculture struggles to feed its population due to declining farms and policies favoring large commodity crop subsidies.
more#food-security
#elon-musk
Cryptocurrency
fromFast Company
2 months ago

DOGE and Elon Musk keep making mistakes. How many can America afford?

Elon Musk acknowledges that while mistakes will happen in his new administration, swift actions will be taken to rectify them.
Cryptocurrency
fromFast Company
2 months ago

DOGE and Elon Musk keep making mistakes. How many can America afford?

Elon Musk acknowledges that while mistakes will happen in his new administration, swift actions will be taken to rectify them.
more#elon-musk
fromArs Technica
1 month ago
SF food

DOGE cuts to USDA may open door to invasive species, higher food prices

Fired USDA employees are being ordered to be reinstated, creating significant legal and operational challenges for the Trump administration.
fromWIRED
1 month ago
SF food

DOGE's Cuts at the USDA Could Cause US Grocery Prices to Rise and Invasive Species to Spread

USDA staff cuts jeopardize invasive species detection efforts and agricultural safety.
SF food
fromSacramento Bee
1 month ago

Democratic senators demand answers from USDA after major cuts to food assistance programs

Senate Democrats are urging the USDA to restore funding for programs supporting food banks and schools after a $2 billion budget cut.
#university-of-maine
more#university-of-maine
#government-policy
NYC parents
fromTruthout
1 month ago

Trump and GOP Attack Children's Food Aid in Order to Fund Tax Cuts for the Rich

USDA's axing of significant nutrition funding programs risks harming school meal programs and local agriculture.
fromwww.npr.org
2 months ago
US news

Black farmers among those left in limbo amid federal funding freeze

Small farmers like Gale Livingstone face uncertainty due to funding cuts and policy changes affecting their viability.
NYC parents
fromTruthout
1 month ago

Trump and GOP Attack Children's Food Aid in Order to Fund Tax Cuts for the Rich

USDA's axing of significant nutrition funding programs risks harming school meal programs and local agriculture.
US news
fromwww.npr.org
2 months ago

Black farmers among those left in limbo amid federal funding freeze

Small farmers like Gale Livingstone face uncertainty due to funding cuts and policy changes affecting their viability.
more#government-policy
#agriculture
fromwww.npr.org
1 month ago
US news

Dairy farmers in Wisconsin see federal funding unfrozen as others are left waiting

Rural farmers, supported by federal grants, face uncertainty due to funding halts, impacting local economies.
USDA reverses funding cuts, reinstating reimbursements for dairy processors.
from24/7 Wall St.
3 months ago
Business

These States Are the Biggest Food Producers in the US

Rural states, often overlooked, play a vital role in U.S. agriculture and food supply despite urban areas dominating GDP and population.
fromwww.npr.org
5 months ago
Arts

Trump taps Brooke Rollins of America First Policy Institute for agriculture secretary

Brooke Rollins has been appointed to lead the USDA, overseeing key nutrition programs and advancing Trump's agricultural policies.
fromwww.theguardian.com
5 months ago
Miscellaneous

Trump picks Brooke Rollins to lead Department of Agriculture

Brooke Rollins has been chosen as agriculture secretary to protect American farmers and influence agricultural policy nationwide.
fromTelecompetitor
5 months ago
Business intelligence

Verizon Business Signs Five-Year Agreement with USDA

Verizon Business's partnership with USDA enhances connectivity to enable modern agricultural practices and rural development.
fromwww.npr.org
1 month ago
US news

Dairy farmers in Wisconsin see federal funding unfrozen as others are left waiting

Rural farmers, supported by federal grants, face uncertainty due to funding halts, impacting local economies.
USDA reverses funding cuts, reinstating reimbursements for dairy processors.
from24/7 Wall St.
3 months ago
Business

These States Are the Biggest Food Producers in the US

Rural states, often overlooked, play a vital role in U.S. agriculture and food supply despite urban areas dominating GDP and population.
fromwww.npr.org
5 months ago
Arts

Trump taps Brooke Rollins of America First Policy Institute for agriculture secretary

Brooke Rollins has been appointed to lead the USDA, overseeing key nutrition programs and advancing Trump's agricultural policies.
fromwww.theguardian.com
5 months ago
Miscellaneous

Trump picks Brooke Rollins to lead Department of Agriculture

Brooke Rollins has been chosen as agriculture secretary to protect American farmers and influence agricultural policy nationwide.
fromTelecompetitor
5 months ago
Business intelligence

Verizon Business Signs Five-Year Agreement with USDA

Verizon Business's partnership with USDA enhances connectivity to enable modern agricultural practices and rural development.
more#agriculture
US news
fromwww.npr.org
1 month ago

Automakers granted relief from tariffs. And, fired USDA workers return to work

Trump temporarily suspends auto tariffs giving manufacturers a reprieve, amid concerns about job cuts and procedural legitimacy in federal layoffs.
#trump-administration
SF politics
fromwww.npr.org
1 month ago

More than 5,000 USDA workers fired by Trump ordered back to work for now

The MSPB has temporarily reinstated over 5,000 USDA employees dismissed illegally, pending further investigation.
fromWashington Post
2 months ago
US news

USDA tries to reverse mistaken firing of bird flu response workers

USDA aims to reverse recent firings related to bird flu amid rising egg prices and a broader overhaul affecting federal agencies.
SF politics
fromwww.npr.org
1 month ago

More than 5,000 USDA workers fired by Trump ordered back to work for now

The MSPB has temporarily reinstated over 5,000 USDA employees dismissed illegally, pending further investigation.
fromWashington Post
2 months ago
US news

USDA tries to reverse mistaken firing of bird flu response workers

USDA aims to reverse recent firings related to bird flu amid rising egg prices and a broader overhaul affecting federal agencies.
more#trump-administration
#rural-development
fromTelecompetitor
6 months ago
Miscellaneous

USDA ReConnect Program Announces $173M in Broadband Funding

USDA announced $173 million in broadband funding for rural communities to enhance internet access through the ReConnect Program.
fromTelecompetitor
6 months ago
Miscellaneous

USDA ReConnect Program Announces $173M in Broadband Funding

USDA announced $173 million in broadband funding for rural communities to enhance internet access through the ReConnect Program.
more#rural-development
Agriculture
fromABC11 Raleigh-Durham
2 months ago

Scholarships suspended at HBCUs for students studying agriculture, foods via 1890 Scholars Program

The 1890 Scholars Program has been suspended for review, affecting students at historically Black colleges and universities.
fromwww.housingwire.com
2 months ago
Real estate

Housing agencies are in wait-and-see mode since inauguration

The Trump administration is focusing on affordable housing, impacting several servicing policies temporarily.
#bird-flu
OMG science
fromCbsnews
3 months ago

U.S. egg industry sees record chicken deaths from bird flu outbreak

The U.S. faces unprecedented egg production losses due to a bird flu outbreak, affecting both conventional and organic farming systems.
fromwww.nytimes.com
4 months ago
Design

U.S. Milk to Be Tested for Bird Flu Virus

The USDA is implementing mandatory testing for H5N1 in milk to address a year-long outbreak, shifting from previous voluntary guidelines.
OMG science
fromCbsnews
3 months ago

U.S. egg industry sees record chicken deaths from bird flu outbreak

The U.S. faces unprecedented egg production losses due to a bird flu outbreak, affecting both conventional and organic farming systems.
fromwww.nytimes.com
4 months ago
Design

U.S. Milk to Be Tested for Bird Flu Virus

The USDA is implementing mandatory testing for H5N1 in milk to address a year-long outbreak, shifting from previous voluntary guidelines.
more#bird-flu
fromTasting Table
3 months ago
Miscellaneous

Here's What It Means When Steak Is USDA Certified Tender - Tasting Table

USDA's 'certified tender' label guarantees exceptional tenderness in beef cuts, offering consumers a reliable measure of meat quality beyond standard grades.
fromDefector
3 months ago
Writing

I Demand The National Agricultural Library Publish This Book Right Now | Defector

The USDA's collection of botanical paintings, particularly by Deborah Griscom Passmore, highlights the artistry behind scientific documentation.
fromTelecompetitor
4 months ago
Miscellaneous

USDA ReConnect Program Announces $313M in Broadband Funding

USDA announced over $313 million in broadband funding to enhance high-speed internet access in rural areas across 18 states, supporting economic development.
fromCbsnews
5 months ago
Miscellaneous

Biden administration set to miss chance to lock in new food guidelines

The timeline for FDA food recommendations is delayed, likely extending to 2025, risking changes before potential new administration guidelines.
fromwww.twincities.com
5 months ago
East Bay (California)

What to know about Brooke Rollins, Trump's pick for agriculture secretary

Brooke Rollins, former aide, has been chosen to lead the USDA, bringing agricultural experience and loyalty to Trump.
Education
fromCbsnews
5 months ago

USDA ban on school lunch fees for low-income families begins in 2027

Processing fees for free or reduced-price school meals will be eliminated starting in 2027, benefiting low-income families.
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