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Harvesting Healthy Habits During National Nutrition Month

March 31, 2023 Stacy Dean, Deputy Under Secretary, Food, Nutrition, and Consumer Services

Harvesting collard greens and making whole wheat crackers from scratch is not a typical day on the job for me as the Deputy Under Secretary of USDA’s Food, Nutrition, and Consumer Services. But I can assure you it is the perfect recipe for a great day at work! Earlier this month, I had the chance to...

Food and Nutrition

Food Safety Do’s and Don’ts for Ramadan

March 31, 2023 Zoya Sattar, Public Affairs Specialist, Food Safety and Education Staff, Food Safety and Inspection Service

As Ramadan, the month of fasting in Islam begins, families are looking forward to gathering for community and home-cooked meals. Here are three food safety tips to keep handy as you whip up your favorite meals for a spectacular iftar (the meal eaten after sunset during Ramadan).

Health and Safety

Arturo S. Rodríguez: ¡Sí Se Puede! Improving the Lives and Livelihoods of Farmworkers

March 31, 2023 Cecilia Hernandez, Designated Federal Officer, USDA Equity Commission

March 31 marks César Chávez Day and serves as a reminder to all Americans of the importance of service, community, education, and commitment to advocating for farmworkers and their families. Chávez was a champion of farmworkers’ rights, calling for fairer wages and improved working conditions and...

Equity Initiatives