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politics1 day ago•174 min saved

USDA Easter Email Sparks Backlash and Federal Complaint

A department-wide Easter message from Agriculture Secretary Brooke Rollins, praising Easter and Christian themes, sparked internal backlash among USDA’s roughly 100,000 employees and a formal complaint to the Office of Special Counsel alleging establishment of religion; USDA defends the email as lawful, while critics say government resources should not promote a specific religion, with the Freedom From Religion Foundation also filing complaints. The incident highlights ongoing debates about the role of faith in federal communications and policy.

via CNN|

#brooke-rollins #establishment-clause #first-amendment

health1 month ago•1 min saved

Glass-risk recall expands to Trader Joe’s and other frozen Asian meals

The USDA has expanded a recall of frozen Asian meals that may contain glass to include Trader Joe’s and several Ajinomoto, Ling Ling, and Tai Pei products. Affected items have best-by dates from February 28, 2026, to August 19, 2027. Consumers should discard any recalled products or return them to the place of purchase.

via WRAL|

#frozen-asian-food #glass-contamination #health

policy2 months ago•4 min saved

Rollins Champions Real-Food, Affordable Diet Under 2025-2030 Guidelines

USDA Secretary Brooke L. Rollins highlights in a Hill op-ed the Dietary Guidelines for Americans 2025-2030, emphasizing eat-real-food, affordable, and flexible dieting, with steps to broaden access via SNAP stocking standards, updates to federal feeding programs, and the RealFood.gov initiative; the guidelines aim to make healthy options available to all households, noting meals can cost as little as about $3 each and outlining support for rural communities and farm families.

via USDA (.gov)|

#dietary-guidelines-2025-2030 #nutrition-programs #policy

politics2 months ago•34 min saved

Judge blocks Trump administration from cutting Minnesota SNAP funds amid fraud-review dispute

A federal judge blocked the USDA from withholding about $80 million to administer Minnesota’s SNAP program while the state challenges the agency’s plan to complete an expedited fraud review for roughly 100,000 households, saying the 30-day deadline may violate federal law. The judge noted the state could fund the shortfall itself and that the case concerns administration funding rather than monthly benefits, keeping the funds in place pending the lawsuit.

via Yahoo|

#fraud #laura-provinzino #minnesota

business3 months ago•2 min saved

USDA Announces $12B Farm Aid, Prioritizing Rice and Cotton Amid Soy Concerns

The USDA announced a $12 billion aid package for U.S. farmers, primarily distributing $11 billion in one-time payments based on crop type and acreage, with rice and cotton farmers receiving the highest per-acre payments. While intended to support farmers amid low crop prices and trade disruptions, soybean farmers argue the aid is insufficient to cover their losses, highlighting ongoing challenges in the agricultural sector.

via Yahoo Finance|

#agricultural-economy #business #crop-subsidies

agriculture3 months ago•6 min saved

USDA Announces Aid Rates for Farmer Bridge Assistance Program

The USDA announced the Farmer Bridge Assistance program rates for 2025, with rice and cotton receiving the highest per-acre payments, as part of an $11 billion effort to support farmers affected by trade disruptions. The payments aim to bridge the economic gap for farmers, but critics view them as insufficient and temporary solutions amidst ongoing agricultural challenges.

via AgWeb|

#2025-farm-crisis #agriculture #crop-subsidies

agriculture3 months ago•2 min saved

USDA Reveals Aid Details for Farmers Under Bridge Assistance Program

The USDA announced the next phase of the Farmer Bridge Assistance Program, providing $12 billion in payments to American farmers in 2026, with $11 billion as one-time payments based on 2025 crop data, to support farmers amid economic challenges. Payments vary by commodity, and the program aims to offer relief and stability for farmers planning for the upcoming planting season.

via USDA (.gov)|

#2026-farm-aid #agriculture #commodity-payments

health3 months ago•1 min saved

Massive Ground Beef Recall in 6 States Due to E. coli Risk

Nearly 3,000 pounds of ground beef across six states were recalled due to possible E. coli contamination, with no confirmed illnesses reported. Consumers are advised to dispose of or return the product and practice proper hygiene to prevent infection.

via Yahoo|

#e-coli-contamination #food-safety #ground-beef-recall

food-safety3 months ago•1 min saved

Nearly 3,000 Pounds of Ground Beef Recalled Across Multiple States Over E. coli Risk

An Idaho-based company is recalling nearly 3,000 pounds of ground beef sold in six states due to potential E. coli contamination, with no reported illnesses so far. Consumers are advised to discard or return the product, which is labeled 'Forward Farms' with a use-by date of 01/13/26.

via CBS News|

#e-coli #food-safety #ground-beef

consumer3 months ago•1 min saved

Ground beef recalled in 6 states over E. coli risk

Grass-fed ground beef distributed in six states has been recalled due to potential E. coli O26 contamination, with no confirmed illnesses reported. Consumers are advised to discard or return the affected products, which were shipped to California, Colorado, Idaho, Montana, Pennsylvania, and Washington.

via LiveNOW from FOX|

#consumer #e-coli-contamination #food-safety

policy3 months ago•1 min saved

States Consider Banning Junk Food and Restricting SNAP Benefits

RFK Jr. advocates for banning junk food in states, but there is confusion and logistical challenges in defining what foods are banned under SNAP, leading to concerns among retailers and beneficiaries about enforcement and fairness. States like Utah, Indiana, and others are implementing bans with limited guidance, causing operational difficulties and uncertainty about compliance.

via Politico|

#food-assistance #junk-food-ban #policy

food-safety3 months ago•1 min saved

Maître Saladier Inc. Recalls Lorraine Quiche Over Import Inspection Issues

Maître Saladier Inc. in Quebec is recalling about 6,000 pounds of Lorraine Quiche containing pork that were not reinsured upon import into the US, with no reports of illness so far. The products, produced in April 2025, were shipped to several US states and do not bear a USDA inspection mark. Consumers are advised not to eat the products and to dispose of or return them. The recall was initiated after routine surveillance detected the issue, and FSIS is verifying that the products are removed from the market.

via fsis.usda.gov|

#food-safety #import-reinspection #pork

world5 months ago•3 min saved

SNAP Benefits Expected to Resume Quickly After Shutdown Ends

SNAP benefits are expected to resume quickly after the end of the government shutdown, with most states able to distribute benefits within 24 hours, although the timeline may vary by state due to administrative processes. The shutdown caused delays and partial payments for millions of Americans relying on food assistance, but the new legislation will restore full benefits for November and reimburse states for their expenses.

via CBS News|

#food-assistance #food-stamps #government-shutdown

law5 months ago•2 min saved

Supreme Court Extends Stay on Full SNAP Benefits Amid Shutdown

The Supreme Court extended Justice Jackson's stay on a lower court order requiring the Trump administration to pay full SNAP benefits for November, maintaining the status quo amid ongoing government shutdown negotiations, with the court not providing a detailed explanation for its decision.

via abcnews.go.com|

#government-shutdown #justice-jackson #law

law-and-politics5 months ago•2 min saved

Supreme Court Blocks Trump Effort to Freeze Full SNAP Payments

The Trump administration is continuing to seek a Supreme Court stay to block full funding of November SNAP benefits amid a government shutdown, despite courts ruling in favor of full payments to support millions of Americans relying on food assistance programs.

via abcnews.go.com|

#benefits #government-shutdown #law-and-politics