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Dairy farmers who have experienced milk losses due to H5N1 can now apply for financial assistance through the updated ELAP from @usdafsa . Learn more:

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. @USDA founder Abraham Lincoln grew up on a farm. Happy Birthday, President Lincoln.

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It’s #NationalSelfieDay and we appreciate these cattle’s tongue-in-cheek behavior

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On May 15, 1862, Abraham Lincoln signed into law an act of Congress establishing “a Department of Agriculture.” #HappyBirthday

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May the FOUR principles of #soilhealth be with you! Today, and every day. 🌱🌟 #MayTheFourthBeWithYou

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The @USDA has disaster assistance programs to help you recover from this winter storm. Here’s what you need to know:

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Ranchers in the American West haven’t had a good way to measure how their grass is faring — until now. @USDA and partners developed the Rangeland Analysis Platform (RAP) to track changes in the amount and types of plants growing on a rancher’s property.

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Happy #StPatricksDay ! ☘️ 🍀 ☘️ Clover is an excellent cover crop.

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Loretta Lynn was more than a country music icon, she was an ally to farmers and a promoter of soil conservation, even recording PSAs for NRCS' predecessor, the Soil Conservation Service, in the summer of 1980.

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Happy #NationalFarmersDay ! Thank you for providing us with food, fuel, and fiber. We're proud to work with you:

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It’s National #PollinatorWeek ! Be a part of a nationwide effort to restore pollinator habitat.

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When farming in urban environments one of the biggest challenges is navigating local statutes, zoning, permitting and land use regulations. For growers, understanding legal access to land and water, and local policies is critical. Learn how @USDA can help:

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Thank you to America’s military spouses who are the backbone of their families. They support our troops during mission, deployment, reintegration and reset #MilitarySpouseAppreciationDay

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We're excited to be building , part of @SecretarySonny 's vision of making @USDA the most customer-focused department in all of government. #GrowWithUs

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Mitigate the effects of climate change and improve your bottom line with cover crops.

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Thank you to all the dairy farmers that provide us with a safe & affordable supply of awesome dairy products! #NationalGrilledCheeseDay

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Ronald Daniels may be a small farmer but he’s maximizing his #hightunnel by planting beets, string beans, kale, collards, peas, tomatoes and peppers on his Hartly, DE farm. #plant21

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America’s farmers, ranchers & forest landowners are combating the decline of monarchs by adding & maintaining high-quality habitat on their land - learn how #PollinatorWeek #MonarchMonday

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#MonarchButterflies are headed south for winter, and they're stopping by farms & ranches along the way! #FarmersForMonarchs

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We want to celebrate the faces of American agriculture - share a selfie for #NationalSelfieDay with #FarmSelfie

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Are you gardening or farming in an urban environment? @USDA has resources that can help you start and grow your operation.

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On Wednesdays, we wear pink. #MeanGirlsDay #October3rd

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Honey bees pollinate $15 billion worth of crops each year, including more than 130 fruits & vegetables #PollinatorWeek #WednesdayWisdom

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Conservation buffers can remove more than 50% of nutrients & pesticides, and 75% of sediment: @USDA_NRCS can help you get started.

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The weekend is here! RT if you'll be spending it on the farm! 🚜 🌽 🐄 🐷 #agriculture #farming #fridayfeeling

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American farmers are conservationists at heart, but it can be a challenge to know where to start when it comes to conservation planning. The new Resource Stewardship Planning Guide is now available to help. Learn More:

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Coffee first. Then farming. #MondayMotivation

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If your operation is impacted by a natural disaster, we’re here to help. Visit for resources that support you and your working land.

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DYK: Masanobu Fukuoka was a Japanese farmer, philosopher, public speaker, and early proponent of no-till farming? He’s also considered one of the biggest international influencers in the organic farming movement. #AAPIHeritageMonth

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Happy Birthday, NRCS! 🎂🥳🎉Originally known as the Soil Conservation Service, the agency was formed on April 27, 1935. Ever since, they've been helping people help the land.

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March 22 is #NationalAgDay and @USDA thanks farmers for food, fiber, fuel & our future:

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Mark your calendars! 📅 @USDA will hold a virtual listening session on May 6 at 1:30 pm ET to hear from beginning farmers on the impacts of COVID-19 to their operation and where USDA services can improve:

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Meet four enterprising farmers who used technical advancements and conservation tools to transform their local communities to eliminate food deserts, change the way the world consumes food, fuel, and fiber, and cultivate their legacy. #BlackHistoryMonth

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. @USDA 's new online farm loan application replicates the support an applicant would receive when completing a loan application in person with an @usdafsa Farm Loan Officer, while continuing to provide customers with one-on-one assistance as needed:

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CFAP signup goes through August 28. Remember, @USDAFSA is working to make funds available throughout the signup period. Learn more at

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Happy #NationalAgDay ! We celebrate the hard work of our producers and the agricultural abundance they provide us. Thank you for growing the food, fiber and fuel that we all depend on: .

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Pollination is responsible for $15 billion in added crop value, particularly for specialty crops such as almonds and other nuts, berries, fruits & vegetables #pollinators #WednesdayWisdom

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Andrew Eaves has a young helper out checking on his emerging #plant21 seedlings. #plant21

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We’re building for America’s #producers . We welcome your feedback as we work to bring more @USDA services to you. #BuiltAroundYou

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. @USDA is seeking members for a new advisory committee on urban agriculture, part of a broader effort to focus on the needs of urban farmers. And yes, self-nominations are welcome!

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Happy #StPatricksDay ! ☘️ 🍀 ☘️ Clover is an excellent cover crop.

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Happy #NationalOysterDay ! Join us in celebrating by visiting The Ocean State and an oyster restoration project led by @USDA_NRCS and @RhodeIslandDEM .

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Many are working through the cold, including our nation’s farmers and ranchers. Stay safe, everyone! #PolarVortex2019 #OurFarmers

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Today @USDA announced the U.S. Domestic Hemp Production Program. It creates consistent rules around hemp production throughout the United States. Learn more:

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Wishing you a happy and safe #4thofJuly from the entire @FarmersGov team! #FourthofJuly #July4

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American farmers celebrate #EarthDay everyday - they are protectors of our soil, water and air #EarthDayEveryDay

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On #EarthDay , we re-affirm @USDA ’s commitment to partner with agricultural producers to build resilient agricultural and forest systems that support our communities and address climate change.

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Without pollinators, we don't eat. #PollinatorWeek

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. @USDA announces up to $2 million for local governments to host Community Compost and Food Waste Reduction (CCFWR) pilot projects:

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Fall wouldn't “bee” fall without pumpkins. Thanks for your service, squash bees! #Pollinators

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Nothing says spring like a farmers’ market! 🍓 🍅 🍑 🍏 🥒 @USDA 's National Farmers Market Directory lists markets that feature two or more farm vendors selling agricultural products directly to customers at a common, recurrent physical location.

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Tomorrow is #WesternMonarchDay . A few small changes across your working land could make a big difference for this iconic butterfly. #Monarch #Conservation #Milkweed

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Tucked away in the Bronx is a flourishing #PeoplesGarden tended by a community of growers. Karen Washington, a leader in the urban farming movement, founded the Garden of Happiness to grow community, health, and "food justice." This is her story: #BHM

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Rotational grazing is baaaaa’d to the bone.

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Dr. Skye Wills, @USDA Soil Scientist, is one of many #WomenInScience working to support our nation’s farmers, ranchers, and private foresters.

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The American Rescue Plan includes provisions for @USDA to pay up to 120% of loan balances, as of Jan. 1, 2021, for FSA Direct and Guaranteed Farm Loans and Farm Storage Facility Loans debt relief to socially disadvantaged producers with qualifying loans.

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. @USDA will reopen sign-up for CFAP 2 for at least 60 days beginning TODAY. 📅 Visit for details on all eligible commodities, producer eligibility, payment limitations and structure and additional program resources.

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Nearly $2 billion is now available for eligible producers affected by 2017 hurricanes & wildfires – learn how to submit a claim

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Happy #NationalFarmersDay ! Thank you for providing us with food, fuel, and fiber. We're proud to work with you.

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Apply now for @USDA ’s Partnerships for Climate-Smart Commodities funding opportunity, see how: #ClimateChange

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Meet Stanley Madison, a farmer with big plans for Lyles Station, Indiana. He has dedicated his life in recent years to educating others about the rich history of the place he calls home. #OurFarmers #BHM

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. @usda_nrcs is seeking public comment on proposed revisions to 23 national conservation practice standards through a posting in the Federal Register.

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On average, farmers who switch from continuous conventional till to continuous no-till save more than 4 gallons of diesel fuel per acre each year. #soilhealth

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George Washington rotated crops to build healthier soils & boost yields. #PresidentsDay 🇺🇸 🇺🇸 🇺🇸

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Pollinators are also essential for many flowers that we love and admire. Roses, orchids, lilies, sunflowers, and many more depend on pollinators to reproduce and spread their beauty. Show some love to the pollinators this #pollinatorweek ! #PeoplesGarden

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Whether you are small-scale vegetable grower or a cattle rancher on 10,000 acres, we have tools & resources to help you improve the natural resource conditions on your land #GrowWithUs

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U.S. agriculture thrives because producers and private forest landowners carry out conservation practices, manage their risks with federal crop insurance tools, and invest in their operations through safety net programs. Happy #AgDay21 !

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Before visiting a USDA Service Center, confirm availability for in-person and phone appointments. Learn more at .

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Honoring the brave men & women who made the ultimate sacrifice for our country #MemorialDayWeekend #MemorialDay

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Tony Richards is planting in high tunnels that were just put in this spring in Collinston, Utah. Crops include leafy greens, (kale spinach collards, Swiss chard, lettuce) and also cabbage, Bok choy. See more: #plant21

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A maverick and visionary, Dr. Hugh Hammond Bennett realized that healthy soil is the foundation of a thriving agricultural industry. He was among America’s saviors during the Dust Bowl.

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$2,800,000,000. 💲 📈 @USDA is tripling its investment in climate-smart agriculture, supporting practices that benefit U.S. farmers, markets, and our planet. Learn more: #climatesmart #climatechange

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Increasingly, farmers and even urban and backyard gardeners are realizing that cover crops are critical to their operations and gardens. Learn more:

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. @USDA announced additional Coronavirus Food Assistance Program commodities, extended the deadline to Sept. 11 and producers with approved applications will soon receive their final payment. #CFAP

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Our hearts are heavy for the farmers and ranchers across Texas and Oklahoma affected by recent and ongoing wildfires. @USDA stands ready to provide disaster and recovery assistance after the extent of losses can be safely determined.

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#TuesdayThoughts from @USDA 's founder. Wishing President Lincoln a happy birthday.

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In local communities nationwide, USDA and partners support farmers, ranchers, and forest landowners with the complex business of doing business. Explore USDA programs and resources:

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June 21-27 is National Pollinator Week, but it’s certainly going to take more than a week to show our gratitude to these priceless creatures. That’s why @USDA is offering five tips to help combat their decline.

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New to farming? From farm loans and crop insurance to conservation programs and disaster assistance, @USDA can help you get started or grow your operation through a variety of programs and services.

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We are closing out #BlackHistoryMonth with a committed conservation leader! Meet Terry Cosby, Chief of @USDA_NRCS . He started his career with NRCS 42 years ago and rose through the agency’s ranks to become its 17th Chief in May 2021.

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Celebrate National #FarmersMarketWeek (Aug. 1-7) by visiting a farmers market near you:

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Ken Sparks is an urban farmer creating a legacy in Southern California. Known as “Farmer Ken” on social media, he showcases his farm journey through a variety of videos. Learn more on this week’s #FridaysOnTheFarm :

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"The soil is tied, in some way, to every single thing we use as a society. I can think of no charge more important than helping to conserve it.” - Dave Hoover, Soil Scientist #WednesdayWisdom #Soil

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. @USDA_NRCS can provide financial resources through its Environmental Quality Incentives Program to help with immediate needs and long-term support to help recover from natural disasters and conserve water resources.

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Happy #PollinatorWeek ! Did you know that pollinators are essential for more than 100 crops grown in the US? They help us enjoy a variety of fruits, veggies, and nuts. Thank you, pollinators! Learn more:

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We want to ensure that veterans looking to start a new career on a farm or in a rural community have the tools & resources they need to succeed. #SupportOurTroops

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Cover crop roots create channels in the soil, allowing water to infiltrate. This helps the soil retain moisture, even during long dry spells. #soilhealth

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Cover crops help farmers manage soil erosion, weeds, and pests and improve #soilhealth . Farmers often plant cover crops during the off-season after harvesting cash crops.

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New farmers, this is the @USDA website to help you get started: . How can we improve it? Tell us at . @YoungFarmers

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. @USDA supports military veterans transitioning into agriculture. Meet Retired Army Major Joseph Labarbera and learn more about our commitment to serving those who serve.

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Happy Harvest & Happy Tuesday! #TuesdayThoughts from our #FoundingFather & #FoundingFarmer .

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We’ve launched a new soil health page to support America’s farmers, ranchers and foresters. Check it out, and suggest additional resources we can include to best support the health of your working land. #SoilHealth

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On #FathersDay weekend, we’d like to thank the wonderful fathers - and stepfathers, grandfathers & mentors - in our lives

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In this #FridaysOnTheFarm , visit Amanda Belle’s Farm in Springfield Missouri. Part of the @USDA #PeoplesGarden network, @CoxHealth and @growlocalSCG are providing healthy food for their community. Learn more: #NationalNutritionMonth

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We get it! We're creating to make it easier for you to get what you need from us. #GrowWithUs

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How do cover crops save you money? For starters, they suppress weeds. #soilhealth

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Farmers 👩‍🌾 and ranchers 🐄 in ND, SD, IA, MN and MT can help sequester carbon and improve soil health on less productive lands with the SHIPP program. Enhance the environment, get paid. Learn more:

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"The soil is tied, in some way, to every single thing we use as a society. I can think of no charge more important than helping to conserve it.” - Dave Hoover, Soil Scientist

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Conservation by farmers, ranchers, and forest landowners today means thriving and sustainable agriculture for our future. Visit our Conservation page to learn about available resources to strengthen conservation across your working land:

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