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Light Detection and Ranging Helps USDA Pinpoint and Protect Archaeological Mounds

June 02, 2014 Sharron Santure, Cultural Resources Specialist, Natural Resources Conservation Service, Illinois

Sometimes to stop soil erosion, prevent nutrient and sediment runoff and improve habitat, conservation work does disturb the ground. Because of this, USDA’s Natural Resources Conservation Service relies on its archaeologists on staff to review locations prior to implementing these conservation...

Conservation

With USDA Housing Programs, 3.4 Million Rural Homebuyers Own Their Future

June 02, 2014 USDA Rural Development Deputy Under Secretary Doug O'Brien

As we celebrate National Homeownership Month this June, I am reminded how USDA delivers positive outcomes ‘Every Day, Every Way’ through the comprehensive programs and services that touch the lives of every American. While many people think of USDA in terms of food, farms and forestry, nearly 3.4...

Rural