Dept. of Agriculture

Dept. of Agriculture @USDA

💡 Food forests or even planting a fruit tree in your garden can cool the temperature in your area, and provide habitat and delicious fruit like this apple tree! Learn more ➡️ https://t.co/YFiIpg6iFu https://t.co/ndVD9wwy0h — PolitiTweet.org

Dept. of Agriculture @USDA

Today we've announced our Local Food Purchase Assistance Cooperative Agreement with California. The announcement is part of a $400 million American Rescue Plan program to improve food security and strengthen agricultural supply chains ➡️ https://t.co/nnV0dNhQrz https://t.co/nFoq2qmnak — PolitiTweet.org

Dept. of Agriculture @USDA

Today we've launched a new $1 billion Community Wildfire Defense Grant program, funded by the Bipartisan Infrastructure Law, designed to assist at-risk communities with planning for and mitigating wildfire risks. Applications available in coming days ➡️ https://t.co/qBukPT7HTF https://t.co/AvYk5wlrRv — PolitiTweet.org

Dept. of Agriculture @USDA

Today on the 32nd Anniversary of the Americans with Disabilities Act we celebrate the inclusion & access promoted by this landmark civil rights law for disabled Americans. Meet Pistachio Farmer Jim Chew, a victim of a hit-and-run accident that took his leg https://t.co/5IzBUAUQmF https://t.co/qyP4XHwZRR — PolitiTweet.org

Dept. of Agriculture @USDA

RT @USDA_ARS: ARS is breeding new apple rootstocks that are more resistant to pests & diseases, bear more fruit & are more ideal for apple… — PolitiTweet.org

Dept. of Agriculture @USDA

🚨 Today, @SecVilsack announced a strategy for how the Biden-Harris Administration, through USDA, will address a reforestation backlog of 4 million acres on national forests and plant more than 1 billion trees over the next decade ➡️ https://t.co/uEIvZJLz4K https://t.co/PKSPvbKtBu — PolitiTweet.org

Dept. of Agriculture @USDA

We're awarding over $70 million in grants to help more kids nationwide eat healthy, homegrown foods ⬇️ https://t.co/BexrjMdLzu — PolitiTweet.org

Dept. of Agriculture @USDA

RT @SecVilsack: It was great to visit the @USDA Farmers Market today. Farmers markets nationwide thrive thanks to sound policies empowering… — PolitiTweet.org

Dept. of Agriculture @USDA

📢 We've increased funding for school meals, child & adult care meals. Effective 7/1/22, the reimbursement schools receive for each meal served will increase by ~$0.68 per free/reduced-price lunch & $0.32 per free/reduced price breakfast: https://t.co/s1evuhpfg9 More actions ⬇️ https://t.co/gDSQeGdnb5 — PolitiTweet.org

Dept. of Agriculture @USDA

USDA's Forest Service is initiating emergency fuels reduction treatments to provide for the long term survival of giant sequoia groves against immediate wildfire threats. Details: https://t.co/IHVefruUUr https://t.co/xOpXCmpeiW — PolitiTweet.org

Dept. of Agriculture @USDA

Less than 1% of insect species are considered harmful. Insects prey on harmful pests, pollinate plants, decompose organic matter and produce valuable products. Learn about managing pests in your garden without harmful pesticides ➡️ https://t.co/lZPvkR0SwL #PeoplesGarden https://t.co/gb5nCKTwRs — PolitiTweet.org

Dept. of Agriculture @USDA

You can save vegetable seeds from your garden produce to plant next year! Seed saving involves selecting suitable plants, harvesting seeds at the right time and storing them properly over the winter 🌱 Learn more: https://t.co/bJaTIcqsFf #PeoplesGarden https://t.co/8CxZcvxEmI — PolitiTweet.org

Dept. of Agriculture @USDA

Less than 1% of insect species are considered harmful. Insects prey on harmful pests, pollinate plants, decompose organic matter and produce valuable products. Learn about managing pests in your garden without harmful pesticides ➡️ https://t.co/lZPvkR0SwL #PeoplesGarden https://t.co/UHr2YTk3dh — PolitiTweet.org

Dept. of Agriculture @USDA

Gardeners can successfully plant certain crops in midsummer for Fall harvest. In the #PeoplesGarden, we grow root crops, greens and other vegetables from late June through August plantings 🌱 Learn more: https://t.co/cYLQDdYV9z #harvest22 https://t.co/MTjzD8z0zy — PolitiTweet.org

Dept. of Agriculture @USDA

Supported by @USDA_NIFA, @NatlAgrAbility illustrates how much we can collectively benefit by providing opportunities, expanding boundaries and making it possible for people like Susan Butterfield to hope. https://t.co/5Rnh1heWrg #DisabilityPride — PolitiTweet.org

Dept. of Agriculture @USDA

RT @FAFSA: #DYK that under the limited Public Service Loan Forgiveness (PSLF) waiver, you may receive credit for past payments that previou… — PolitiTweet.org

Dept. of Agriculture @USDA

Soil health isn’t just for big farms! It’s the foundation of our #PeoplesGarden and important in your home and urban gardens, too. Healthy soil gives us clean air and water, bountiful crops and forests, diverse wildlife, and beautiful landscapes ➡️ https://t.co/FpC0Zzam9A https://t.co/9czDRfofTr — PolitiTweet.org

Dept. of Agriculture @USDA

USDA is announcing additional actions which will help ensure that families who rely on the WIC program have safe and reliable infant formula options even in an emergency or supply chain disruption, including a recall. Details: https://t.co/37wDMSqZjQ https://t.co/pTAYaGVTtV — PolitiTweet.org

Dept. of Agriculture @USDA

RT @SecVilsack: Today, @USDA is announcing additional steps to strengthen the resiliency of the WIC program as it relates to formula purcha… — PolitiTweet.org

Dept. of Agriculture @USDA

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Dept. of Agriculture @USDA

July is the busiest month for ice cream production when nearly 3/5 of all ice cream is produced, followed by June and May (Source: @dairyidfa) #NationalIceCreamMonth #NationalIceCreamDay https://t.co/QnL2R2Uozl — PolitiTweet.org

Dept. of Agriculture @USDA

These are America’s favorite 🍦 flavors according to @dairyidfa! What’s your favorite? #NationalIceCreamDay https://t.co/llX6DpMD0H — PolitiTweet.org

Dept. of Agriculture @USDA

Happy Sundae! Whether you enjoy ice cream in a cone or a bowl, be sure to thank a dairy farmer today 🍦🍨 #NationalIceCreamDay https://t.co/NsWypwdCPe — PolitiTweet.org

Dept. of Agriculture @USDA

In addition to state project grants, one national grant provides additional support for a @NatlAgrAbility project. Learn more from Assistive Technology Professional Ned Stoller about ag assistive technology with an emphasis on low-tech solutions. https://t.co/eAkZp4DXAj — PolitiTweet.org

Dept. of Agriculture @USDA

A busy commercial street may strike some as an odd spot for a garden, but the former farmland that now houses Fairfield Middle School in Henrico, VA, is a prime location for cultivating change at the local level. Learn more: https://t.co/aPWFN9Ll3Y #PeoplesGarden https://t.co/VFTUmcS2mY — PolitiTweet.org

Dept. of Agriculture @USDA

This summer as you are harvesting your garden, consider donating your excess harvest. Donating wholesome food for human consumption diverts food waste from landfills and puts food on the table for families in need. Learn more: https://t.co/6MOCnEfrjQ #PeoplesGarden https://t.co/fUOYEK4MS4 — PolitiTweet.org

Dept. of Agriculture @USDA

Supported by @USDA_NIFA, @NatlAgrAbility brings together Cooperative Extension units and nonprofit disability organizations to educate and assist agricultural workers with disabilities like Doug VerHoeven and their families. https://t.co/7KQIoKTCBu #DisabilityPride — PolitiTweet.org

Dept. of Agriculture @USDA

We're investing more than $14 million to support agricultural workforce training in historically underserved communities that will increase the resilience of the U.S. meat and poultry processing sector ⬇️ https://t.co/GjLj3aZXLA — PolitiTweet.org

Dept. of Agriculture @USDA

Learn about the ways Fairfield Middle School in Henrico, VA, is teaching students lessons about #FoodJustice on their urban farm as part of the USDA #PeoplesGarden Initiative ➡️ https://t.co/aPWFNa2Wsy https://t.co/qUfzROOg6P — PolitiTweet.org

Dept. of Agriculture @USDA

RT @USDAScience: The Research, Education, and Economics mission area is seeking qualified candidates to apply for its Public Affairs Specia… — PolitiTweet.org