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New Resource Toolkit Increases Consumer Understanding of the USDA Organic Label

May 21, 2024 Jennifer Lester Moffitt, Under Secretary, Marketing & Regulatory Programs, USDA

Organic is a growing sector, with domestic sales of organic products topping $69.7 billion in 2023. However, consumer research shows that consumers do not always understand what “organic” means and how USDA protects the organic label.

Farming Organic

National Agriculture Day: How USDA is Growing a Climate for Tomorrow by Transforming our Food System Today

March 19, 2024 Jenny Moffitt, USDA Under Secretary for Marketing and Regulatory Programs

Almost two years ago, reflecting on lessons learned during the COVID-19 pandemic and in light of ongoing supply chain challenges from global conflict and a changing climate, Secretary Vilsack announced a new framework at USDA for shoring up the food supply chain and transforming the food system to...

Equity Farming Food and Nutrition Organic

Establishing the Equity Commission with USDA Senior Advisors Drs. Dewayne Goldmon and Gbenga Ajilore

March 18, 2024 Cecilia Hernandez, Designated Federal Officer

In January 2021, day one of the Biden-Harris Administration, the President issued Executive Order 13985 that charged the Federal Government, including the U.S. Department of Agriculture, with advancing equity for all, and making the necessary changes to ensure underserved communities are properly...

American Rescue Plan Equity Initiatives

National Biobased Products Day: GreenTechnologies’ 25-Year Quest to Provide Eco-Friendly Alternatives to Chemical Fertilizers

March 08, 2024 Cristina Rivera, Management & Program Analyst, Rural Development

When Green Technologies, LLC began operations in 1999, sustainability was an early concept in the agricultural industry. Still, the company remained dedicated to growing as a market leader in sustainability and innovation. Now, as the company celebrates 25 years, there is a push from all sides of...

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USDA’s Organic Transition Initiative in Action

February 08, 2024 Jenny Lester Moffitt, Under Secretary, Marketing and Regulatory Programs, USDA

USDA recognizes how critical organic agriculture is to our nation’s economy. We also recognize the challenges producers can face transitioning to organic.

Farming Organic