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FNS Takes Nutrition Message to DC United's Youth Soccer Event

December 12, 2013 Ileana Alamo, Partnership Strategist, FNS USDA

The DC United Soccer Club held its “Fall Kick” a couple weeks ago and I was happy to attend and help them mark the end of the fall season. The “Fall Kick” brought together youth ages 6-12 from across the District and Maryland to RFK stadium making it a perfect event to reach out to the local...

Food and Nutrition

My Family's Christmas Tree, from a Colorado National Forest

December 12, 2013 Agriculture Secretary Tom Vilsack

Across the nation, 193 million acres of National Forest land provide incredible benefits to every American – from outdoor recreation opportunities to cleaner air, soil and water that impact folks from all walks of life. And with a simple permit and some planning ahead, a National Forest can also...

Forestry

Connecting Local Residents with USDA Services

December 12, 2013 Amy Overstreet, Natural Resources Conservation Service, South Carolina

USDA’s Natural Resources Conservation Service (NRCS) helps farmers and ranchers use conservation to help the environment while improving agricultural operations. But not everyone knows about the variety of programs and services offered through USDA agencies. USDA recently launched an effort to...

Conservation