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USDA Facilitates Local Food Systems
Farm of the Future
Many consumers are interested in supporting local agriculture and purchasing local food. So finding and connecting farmers to organizations that distribute and market local food to consumers and commercial markets is very important.
Merrigan Talks Food Hubs
Line on Agriculture
On Friday, USDA's Deputy Secretary Kathleen Merrigan announced details on a new food hub guide.
Farm to School Grants Available
Farm of the Future
There are Farm to School Grants available nationwide to help eligible schools improve the health of their students and connect with local ag producers.
U.S. & EU Organic Trade Partnership
Washington State Farm Bureau Report
Good news for Washington organic producers.
Specialty Crop Grants
Line on Agriculture
Specific grants are released for Specialty crops.
Fresh Not Costly & Smokey Bear Birthday
Northwest Report
He is not getting any younger but he sure doesn't look any older...More people are discovering that fresh produce is cheaper and Lacy looks back to see how little things have changed.
Merrigan on Know Your Farmer- Know Your Food
Line on Agriculture
USDA Deputy Ag Secretary Kathleen Merrigan spent some time in the northwest last week to talk about highlights of USDA's 'Know Your Farmer, Know Your Food' initiative.
Merrigan in the Northwest & Mexico Tariff Update
Northwest Report
Deputy Ag Secretary talks about the USDA's investment in farming and President Obama announces a possible solution to the Mexico trade standoff.
New Farm Program Start Up & National World Trade Week
Northwest Report
This week is proclaimed National World Trade Week, a new program hopes to help young and disadvantaged farmers and Lacy tries to see if all farming operations are alike.
Increased Prices & Grants Being Awarded
Northwest Report
The latest indicators show that prices for commodities are going up, a new USDA progran has been handing out a number of grants and Lacy warns everyone about scammers.
Deputy Secretary Visits California
Line on Agriculture
Agriculture Deputy Secretary Kathleen Merrigan is visiting California's farm belt to meet with state agricultural leaders.
Ag Workforce Report & Organic Survey
Northwest Report
USDA delivers new organic survey, Washington State has released their annual Ag Workforce information and Lacy looks at community gardens.