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📢 USDA plans to purchase up to $472.5 MILLION in American-grown and American-raised agricultural commodities to support our farmers, ranchers and fishermen! These purchases will supply charitable food networks and other nutrition assistance programs across the country while supporting rural economies. Supporting American producers. Strengthening our food supply. Feeding families. 🇺🇸 usda.gov/about-usda/news/pre…

🚨 We’re Hiring in the Packers & Stockyards Division! 🚨 @USDA_AMS is looking for talented professionals to help promote fairness and transparency in the livestock, meat and poultry industries. We are hiring for several positions in USDA’s Packers and Stockyards Division (PSD). PSD’s staff is dedicated to the industry and committed to ensuring that farmers and ranchers are treated fairly when they market their livestock. 🔹 Legal Administrative Specialist (GS‑11-13)   3 openings • Atlanta, GA | Aurora, CO | Des Moines, IA   Conduct legal research, analysis, and support enforcement under the Packers & Stockyards Act. 🔹 Agricultural Marketing Specialist (Regulatory) (GS‑7-12)   10 openings • Aurora, CO | Des Moines, IA   Lead investigations, outreach, and compliance efforts across the industry. 🔹 Auditor (Financial) (GS‑7-12)   6 openings • Aurora, CO | Des Moines, IA | Atlanta, GA Perform financial audits and support enforcement actions protecting producers. If you’re passionate about strengthening competitive markets and supporting producers, we’d love to see you apply! #FederalHireFriday ams.usajobs.gov/search/resul…

Today marks 25 years since the tragic events that took place on September 11, 2001. We pause to honor the lives tragically lost, the families forever changed, and the heroes who answered the call and made the ultimate sacrifice for our country. We will #NeverForget 🇺🇸

Fresh flavors are in full swing! 🫑🍌🍇 Celebrate National Farmers Market Week by shopping local and enjoying the best of August's seasonal produce.

🚨 $1.625 billion is available to specialty crop farmers through USDA's Assistance for Specialty Crop Farmers program. These payments provide financial support to allow producers to pay for production and marketing inputs in the face of significant market disruptions and elevated input costs during the 2025 growing season. Enrollment is open through August 7, 2026, and producers can submit their application at fsa.usda.gov/ascf.

Shell-abrate the great news for America's fishermen! 🦐 USDA plans to add U.S. wild-caught Peeled and Deveined Shrimp to the FY27 emergency food assistance programs on the TEFAP Foods Available List, bringing more nutritious protein options to the communities we serve. Deliveries could start as soon as January. Want to sell food to USDA? Start here: ams.usda.gov/selling-food

Only 5 DAYS until the Great American State Fair 🎡! Here are 🖐️ things you won’t want to miss ⬇️ 🍎 USDA’s Pavillion: The Great American Farmers Market 🤠 Rodeo 250 🐑 The Youth Livestock Showcase with FFA + 4H 🐻 Smokey Bear ✨ Interactive agriculture experiences See you in Washington, D.C. on the National Mall!

To those who: Do Dig Sow Milk Pick Herd Lead Feed Care Grow Plant Shear Water Teach Ranch Shovel Inspire Irrigate Protect Manage Harvest Produce Innovate Dedicate Cultivate Conserve Persevere Take Risks Contribute Work Hard 🇺🇸 We Thank You 🇺🇸 #NationalAgWeek

The Great American Farmers Market in Washington, DC, has something for everyone! Each day of the week-long celebration will feature a unique theme that blends hands-on fun with meaningful learning. Free and open to all! usda.gov/gafm

Time's running out, but you can still join the Agricultural Outlook Forum! Gain valuable insights, explore 30+ breakout sessions, and network!  Register today ➡️ reg.eventmobi.com/USDAOutloo… #AgOutlook25

#DYK that many USDA staff are @NationalFFA alumni who attribute their success to FFA? February 15-22 is National FFA Week – a great time to highlight USDA’s active partnership with FFA in developing future leaders in agriculture. usda.gov/about-usda/news/blo…

A big thank you to the @NationalFFA for continuing to develop future leaders in agriculture. This #NationalFFAWeek, USDA recognizes the hard work and dedication of FFA members across the country. Keep growing, keep learning, and keep inspiring!