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Roundtable Isn't Your Typical CIG Project

October 20, 2016 Kari Cohen, USDA-NRCS

This isn’t your typical Conservation Innovation Grant (CIG) project. There’s no university collecting and analyzing data, or ground-breaking technology being evaluated here. Nope. This one is a good, old-fashioned meeting. Why would a meeting be such an important CIG project? Because strategic...

Conservation

Gulf of Mexico Communities Depend on a Healthy Gulf

October 20, 2016 Agriculture Secretary Tom Vilsack

The Gulf Coast ecosystem is vital to our nation and our economy, providing valuable energy resources, abundant seafood, extraordinary recreational activities and a rich cultural heritage. This ecosystem was significantly injured by the Deepwater Horizon oil spill—the worst environmental disaster in...

Conservation

Fall is Here! Celebrate with Pumpkin, 5 Different Ways

October 20, 2016 Corey Holland, RD, Nutritionist Consultant, Center for Nutrition Policy and Promotion

Pumpkins aren’t just for Halloween! These versatile vegetables are an excellent source of vitamin A and dietary fiber. To demonstrate different ways you can incorporate this seasonal superstar, MyPlate is showcasing five easy recipes with pumpkin as the main ingredient. MyPlate encourages you to...

Food and Nutrition