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The Power of Partnerships

July 16, 2014 Dr. Janey Thornton, Deputy Under Secretary of USDA Food, Nutrition and Consumer Services

In today’s post, Amy Myrdal Miller describes an array of activities being implemented by the Culinary Institute of America (CIA), as part of their broad commitment to child nutrition. I have had the opportunity to participate in some of the CIA’s school nutrition events over the past few years and...

Food and Nutrition

Another Step Forward in Food Safety - What You Need to Know About Grinding Logs

July 16, 2014 Marie Bucko, USDA Food Safety and Inspection Service Public Affairs Specialist

The U.S. Department of Agriculture’s (USDA) Food Safety and Inspection Service (FSIS) is proposing a requirement for official establishments and retail stores that grind raw beef products to keep detailed and in-depth log record systems. The proposed grinding log rule is now available for public...

Health and Safety

Social Media, Online Resources Help a Minnesota Rancher Succeed

July 16, 2014 Julie MacSwain, Natural Resources Conservation Service, Minnesota

To Chisago County, Minn. farmer Keith Johnson, triathlons, swimming in clean water and conservation have a lot in common. They’re his passions, and he’s in constant pursuit of information on these topics. Years ago, when printed publications and brochures were the norm, Johnson would find himself...

Conservation