Starting this summer, families have more ways to get kids the nutrition they need. SUN Programs: USDA’s Summer Nutrition Programs for Kids offer new grocery benefits for eligible kids, free meals and snacks in neighborhood locations, and flexible to-go or delivery options for families in some rural areas. Discover more and see how you can get involved: https://lnkd.in/ePX2_h4Z #SUNPrograms #SummerNutrition
USDA
Government Administration
Washington, DC 239,677 followers
Leadership on food, agriculture, natural resources, rural development, nutrition and related issues
About us
The United States Department of Agriculture is the United States federal executive department responsible for developing and executing U.S. federal government policy on farming, agriculture, and food. It aims to meet the needs of farmers and ranchers, promote agricultural trade and production, work to assure food safety, protect natural resources, foster rural communities and end hunger in the United States and abroad.
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http://www.usda.gov
External link for USDA
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- Government Administration
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- 10,001+ employees
- Headquarters
- Washington, DC
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- Government Agency
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- USDA is committed to providing safe and nutritious food, conservation, sustainable food production and revitalizing rural America.
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Washington, DC 20250, US
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355 E St Sw
Washington, DC 20024, US
Employees at USDA
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Congratulations to the Healthy Meals Incentives School Food System Transformation Challenge Sub-Grant Recipients! 🎖 USDA’s Food and Nutrition Service is excited to announce the recipients of the Supporting Community Agriculture and Local Education Systems (Project SCALES) sub-grants administered by Boise State University and the Partnerships for Local Agriculture and Nutrition Transformation in Schools (PLANTS) sub-grants administered by the Chef Ann Foundation! Project SCALES and PLANTS are two of the four cooperative agreements with the School Food System Transformation Challenge funded by USDA’s Food and Nutrition Service Healthy Meals Incentives Initiative. 🏫 These projects will build partnerships and discover innovative solutions to advance the school food system. Read more about the grant recipients and their projects: https://lnkd.in/dWauY2t7
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With a background in pharmaceuticals, nutraceuticals and consulting, Xanh T. Phan used his skills to become a consumer safety inspector with USDA-FSIS with the Alameda District in 2021. In his role, he ensures meat, poultry and egg products are safe, wholesome and properly labeled to strengthen the Agency's mission. #AANHPIMonth
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Last month, USDA’s Office of Human Resources Management hosted a Virtual Career Fair with over 450 attendees! Speakers from USDA Forest Service, USDA Animal and Plant Health Inspection Service (APHIS), USDA-FSIS and the USDA Foreign Agricultural Service (FAS) spoke about the unique career opportunities within their agencies. Check out our Careers Page for more information on available positions today ➡ https://lnkd.in/eyceQ7v7
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As a Public Affairs Specialist with USDA's Food and Nutrition Service serving the Western Regional Office, Julie Yee plays a pivotal role providing internal and external communication support, and coordinating media efforts while maintaining the WRO intranet and monitoring social media. #AANHPIMonth
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SUN Bucks is a new summer grocery benefit that offers families $120 per eligible school-aged child for groceries during the summer. See where SUN Bucks is available and help get the word out. https://lnkd.in/ePX2_h4Z #SUNBucks #SUNPrograms
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Nicole Michelle Kawahinepono Correa is new to USDA Animal and Plant Health Inspection Service (APHIS)'s horse protection team and looks forward to serving with at USDA. She brings over 15 years of experience in the agricultural and equine industries, having worked in various roles such as farm management, agritourism, equine therapy and trail rides. Her extensive background in these fields has made her a valuable asset to the team. #AAPI #AANHPI
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USDA’s SUN Programs help kids and teens thrive in the summertime and beyond by making it easier for families to get nutritious food for their kids. Fight summer hunger – follow along and spread the word. #SUNPrograms #SummerNutrition
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📢 Today we've announced an investment of $30.8M through USDA National Institute of Food and Agriculture to support 1890s Land-Grant Institutions with resources needed to create new opportunities through advancing research and extension capacity. Learn more: https://lnkd.in/evNCMjNV
USDA Investment Advances Research and Extension Capacity Across 1890 Historically Black Land-grant Universities
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USDA Foreign Agricultural Service (FAS) is a U.S. government foreign affairs agency dedicated to facilitating trade and international cooperation, which are critical to the vitality of the U.S. agricultural sector. The FAS team includes more than 150 Foreign Service officers posted around the globe. Applications to become part of FAS are opening soon. Find out more about how you can apply here ➡ https://lnkd.in/egj-HBVg
FAS Foreign Service Careers
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