Department of Agriculture

This webinar series introduces students to the many career paths available at the U.S Department of Agriculture (USDA). The series aims to show the next generation of agricultural leaders that agriculture is about more than just farming. Webinar dates include:  March 27, 2024, 3:00 pm ET  April 17, 2024, 3:00 pm ET  May ...

This webpage serves as a "one stop shop" for U.S. Government recalls. The webpage contains the latest federal recall information for toys, cosmetics, food, and other products. Learn more. 

Applications to join the AmeriCorps NCCC Forest Corps are now open. Forest Corps members and team leaders will undergo intensive training with the United States Forest Service and perform direct, hands-on service in the areas of wildfire risk mitigation, reforestation, environmental conservation, and resource management. Service projects could include:   hazardous fuels ...

This webpage provides an overview of the School Breakfast Program (SBP). SBP provides reimbursement to states to operate nonprofit breakfast programs in schools and residential childcare institutions. This webpage shares information for households, program operators, and local and state agencies. Additional resources are provided. Learn more.  ...

This webpage provides an overview of the National School Lunch Program (NSLP). NSLP is a federally assisted meal program operating in public and nonprofit private schools and residential childcare institutions. It provides nutritionally balanced, low-cost or free lunches to children each school day. This webpage shares information for parents and ...

The Supplemental Nutrition Assistance Program (SNAP) provides food benefits to low-income families to supplement their grocery budget so they can afford nutritious food essential to health and well-being. This webpage shares links to frequently asked questions about SNAP eligibility and an overview of benefits. Information for families, farmers/producers, retailers, and ...

Application deadline: Rolling  The Forest Service Civilian Conservation Centers provide training, mentorship, and work experience to young people ages 16-24 to prepare them to enter the workforce and address the nation’s conservation challenges. At Civilian Conservation Centers, young people can:  Earn a high school diploma or GED  Earn a vocational certificate in over ...

This fact sheet covers information regarding Good Agricultural Practices (GAPs) and how GAPs are applied when purchasing or raising produce or other locally raised products for use in farm to school activities. The fact sheet includes information on what GAPs are, auditing requirements for producers, and where to learn more ...

This fact sheet provides resources for those seeking to directly purchase or raise food products for school nutrition programs. Resources include guides for the Food Safety Modernization Act (FSMA) and programs operated by state agencies to support compliance with produce safety rules. Learn more.  ...

This fact sheet reviews key aspects of the Food Safety Modernization Act (FSMA) and explores how this law intersects with common farm to school activities such as direct purchasing of produce and meats from local small-producers and considerations when operating an edible campus garden. Learn more.  ...