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Celebrating Hispanic Heritage Month

September 21, 2023 Rachel Dotson, Public Affairs Specialist, National Institute of Food and Agriculture

From mid-September through mid-October, USDA is celebrating National Hispanic Heritage Month, an observance that recognizes contributions made by Hispanic and Latino Americans. In 2021, the Census Bureau reported more than 62 million Hispanics and Latinos living on the U.S. mainland and 3.3 million...

Research and Science

USDA's Disaster Mapping Team Provides Data in the Most Critical Times

September 20, 2023 Terry Matlock, Public Affairs Specialist, National Agricultural Statistics Service September 20, 2023

As we observe September as National Preparedness Month, it is important to remember that being prepared is the most important thing you can do to assist in dealing with any disaster or emergency. Unfortunately, no amount of preparation will stop a natural disaster or emergency from occurring, but...

Research and Science

Regional Centers Coordinate USDA Biofuel Research

September 08, 2023 Scott Elliott, ARS Office of Communications

Renewable fuels – ethanol, biodiesel, sustainable aviation fuel, and more – are filling gas tanks more than ever, mitigating the effects of petroleum-based fuel on the environment. The U.S. Department of Agriculture (USDA) is a major contributor to that shift.

Energy Research and Science