• USDA promotes fair markets, lowers food prices for American families

  • Dec 25 2024
  • Length: 3 mins
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USDA promotes fair markets, lowers food prices for American families

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  • Welcome to the latest episode of USDA News, where we dive into the most significant developments from the Department of Agriculture. This week, we're focusing on the USDA's efforts to promote fair and competitive markets for American farmers and ranchers, and lower food prices for American families.

    Agriculture Secretary Tom Vilsack recently announced multiple steps to deliver on the President's Executive Order on Promoting Competition in the American Economy. These actions include enhancing research access to seeds to promote generic products, identifying hidden fees and unfair pricing practices in beef sales markets, and setting out options for transparency and fairer trading in cattle markets[1].

    This move is part of the USDA's broader commitment to fair, competitive, and transparent markets. The department has also dedicated $900 million for the Fertilizer Production Expansion Program, with 57 projects in 29 states already announced, totaling $251 million[5].

    In terms of budget allocations, the 2024 USDA budget request totals $209.7 billion, with $177 billion in mandatory funding and $32.6 billion in discretionary funding. This includes over $12 billion to combat the climate crisis through climate-smart agriculture practices, clean energy innovation, and adaptation and resilience efforts[3].

    These investments are crucial for supporting American farmers and ranchers, who play a critical role in addressing the climate crisis. The USDA's programs, such as the Environmental Quality Incentives Program and the Conservation Technical Assistance program, help landowners develop conservation plans that outline specific practices needed to improve farm productivity and reduce greenhouse gas emissions.

    The impact of these developments is far-reaching. For American citizens, it means lower food prices and a more sustainable food system. For businesses and organizations, it means a more competitive and transparent market. For state and local governments, it means support for rural development and climate resilience efforts.

    As Secretary Vilsack noted, "The USDA is committed to delivering on its promise to promote fair and competitive markets for American farmers and ranchers, and lower food prices for American families."

    Looking ahead, the USDA will continue to work on implementing these new initiatives and policies. Citizens can engage by staying informed about agricultural policies and innovations in farming, and by providing input on upcoming rule changes.

    For more information, visit the USDA's website at usda.gov. And don't forget to tune in to our next episode for more updates on the USDA's latest news and developments.

    That's all for today. Thank you for listening to USDA News.
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