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Forest Service Celebrates Opening of Arboretum and Children's Forest

November 18, 2013 Leah Anderson, Eastern Region, U.S. Forest Service

The Forest Service recently celebrated the opening of the Milwaukee Rotary Centennial Arboretum at the Urban Ecology Center - Riverside Park in Milwaukee. In 2012, the USDA Forest Service, Eastern Region proudly joined Urban Ecology Center partners – the Rotary Club of Milwaukee, Milwaukee County...

Forestry

Hangout to Know Your Farmer, Know Your Food

November 18, 2013 Elanor Starmer, National Coordinator, Local and Regional Food Systems

At USDA, we know that local and regional food systems are an important part of America’s diverse agriculture sector. Local and regional food is a multi-billion dollar market opportunity for America’s farmers, ranchers and food businesses. From the produce vendor at one of the nation’s 8,100 farmers...

USDA Results Initiatives Food and Nutrition Farming Rural

Makeover Your Holiday Meals with MyPlate! - Week 1

November 18, 2013 Sara Chang, Nutritionist, Center for Nutrition Policy and Promotion

The holiday season has finally arrived! It’s time to find your favorite family recipes and start cooking! While many of our favorite dishes help us to remember and celebrate special times, choosing healthier options can be a challenge. Let MyPlate help you find solutions with “MyPlate Holiday...

Food and Nutrition

In Case You Missed It: Study Finds Offering Healthier School Snacks Helps Kids Make Healthier Choices at Home

November 18, 2013 Kevin Concannon, Under Secretary for Food, Nutrition and Consumer Services

Last week, researchers from Michigan State University, Oakland University, Blue Cross Blue Shield of Michigan, and the Michigan Department of Education came out with a new study showing that when schools offer healthier snacks in vending machines and a la carte lines, students’ overall diets improve...

Food and Nutrition

Let's Talk Turkey about USDA Poultry Grades

November 18, 2013 Craig A. Morris, Deputy Administrator of the AMS Livestock, Poultry and Seed Program

With Thanksgiving right around the corner, it is the perfect time to learn more about the quality grade standards for poultry products and the “Grade A” shield you might find on the label of your family’s main dish. Most consumers are familiar with the USDA beef grades – Prime, Choice and Select...

Food and Nutrition Health and Safety