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Dept. of Agriculture

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Dept. of Agriculture

@USDA

Leadership on #food, #agriculture, natural resources, #rural development, #nutrition, & related issues based on public policy, science, & effective management.

Washington, DC

Joined July 2009

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Dept. of Agriculture
@USDA
Jun 4
🚨 With the recent detection of New World screwworm in a 3-week-old bovine in Zavala County, TX, USDA urges residents to contact your veterinarian right away if you see any suspicious wounds, maggots, or infestations in your animals or herd. If you see signs of maggot
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Secretary Brooke Rollins
@SecRollins
Jun 18
🚨 The fraud we've uncovered so far is only the tip of the iceberg. 🚨 In states that agreed to work with USDA, we found: 🪦 186,000 deceased individuals tied to benefit rolls 🔁 More than 400,000 duplicate benefit recipients And that's before we've yet gained access to data
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Dept. of Agriculture reposted
Secretary Brooke Rollins
@SecRollins
Jun 18
🚨 BREAKING NEWS: @DOJFraudDiv has charged 15 individuals—including 11 illegal aliens—in a major fraud case, underscoring exactly why @USDA has been demanding greater transparency and accountability in federally funded programs. For decades, Washington sent billions of taxpayer
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Dept. of Agriculture reposted
New World Screwworm Rapid Response
@Screwworm_RR
Jun 18
USDA Grand Challenge invests $100M+ into innovative projects to eradicate New World screwworm. Read more: drovers.com/news/usda-awar…
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Farmers.gov
@FarmersGov
Jun 18
USDA is here to help you prepare, recover and build long-term resilience to natural disasters, like tropical storms. If your farm is in the path of the remnants of Tropical Storm Arthur, find out how we can help you recover from potential impacts: farmers.gov/recover
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Dept. of Agriculture
@USDA
Jun 18
One week to go until the Great American State Fair 🎡! USDA is excited to join the celebration and welcome visitors to our pavilion on the National Mall for a celebration of America’s agriculture and the communities that keep our nation strong.
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Dept. of Agriculture reposted
Secretary Brooke Rollins
@SecRollins
Jun 18
Last night in Gillespie County, I was honored to join over 1,000 ranchers alongside so many key partners: the @TAHC, @TPWDnews, @GregAbbott_TX’s office, and other key leaders for a town hall focused on protecting America’s livestock. We discussed our combined unprecedented
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Dept. of Agriculture
@USDA
Jun 18
RT @Screwworm_RR: 🚨 LIVE from Fredericksburg, Texas: @SecRollins is joining Texas farmers, ranchers, veterinarians, and industry leaders fo…
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Deputy Secretary Stephen Vaden
@DepSecVaden
Jun 17
Today, four mission areas and two staff offices initiated their intent to realign their workforces for better service delivery, more managerial autonomy, and better use of YOUR tax dollars. This marks the last set of announcements. Now, it is time to put the plans into
USDA Reorganization
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Dept. of Agriculture
@USDA
Jun 17
USDA mascot roll call 🗣️ Happy National Mascot Day!
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Dept. of Agriculture reposted
New World Screwworm Rapid Response
@Screwworm_RR
Jun 17
⚠️ INSPECT. REPORT. PROTECT. ⚠️ New World Screwworm can cause extensive damage to livestock and animals. Knowing the signs is the first step in prevention. See the key identification features for both the adult flies and the larvae. 🔗 Visit Screwworm.gov to report
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Dept. of Agriculture reposted
New World Screwworm Rapid Response
@Screwworm_RR
Jun 17
🚨 BIG NEWS: USDA is investing $105 MILLION in 40 breakthrough projects to strengthen America's defenses against New World Screwworm. When @SecRollins launched the NWS Grand Challenge earlier this year, we challenged innovators across the country to bring forward bold ideas to
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Dept. of Agriculture
@USDA
Jun 17
Meet the next generation of agricultural leaders at the Youth Livestock Showcase! At the Great American State Fair, FFA and 4-H members will introduce families to livestock while teaching animal care, ag basics, and modern farming practices. Catch the Showcase every morning
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