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

Washington, DC usda.gov Joined July 2009

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Dept. of Agriculture @USDA 11h

🎄 Calling local farmers, ranchers, producers & small businesses 🎁

Something special is coming to USDA! We are officially accepting applications for The Great American Christmas Market in Washington, DC happening Dec 2–3, 2026. Want to showcase your products and share the holiday spirit with us? Don't wait—applications are officially open!

⏰ Deadline: November 10, 2026 @ 11:59 PM ET
👉 Apply now: managemymarket.com/VendorRegister…

Dept. of Agriculture @USDA 1d

🎄 Save the Date!✨

Wrap up America’s 250th anniversary year on the National Mall! Join us on the USDA Front Lawn for The Great American Christmas Market: a festive celebration of American-grown produce, handcrafted goods, and our country's producers.

Shop for Christmas wreaths, warm drinks, baked goods, and handcrafted gifts while enjoying live music and carolers right in D.C.!

📍 USDA Front Lawn | 1400 Jefferson Dr SW (Smithsonian Metro)
🗓 Dec 2–3, 2026 | 3:00–9:00 PM ET
🎟 Free & open to the public!

🔗 usda.gov/gacm

Dept. of Agriculture @USDA 1d

A win for local food & farmers 🌾

@USDA_AMS is awarding over $32.2M to 99 grant projects nationwide. Distributed through local and regional programs, this funding strengthens market opportunities for local food businesses and expands consumer access to fresh, locally grown food.

🔗ams.usda.gov/press-release/…

Dept. of Agriculture @USDA 2d

More local processing means more options for American ranchers. 🇺🇸

USDA’s planned $57 MILLION investment will help independent meat and poultry processors across 40 STATES expand their operations.

Putting American ranchers FIRST! 🐂

Learn more ➡️ usda.gov/about-usda/new…

Dept. of Agriculture @USDA 3d

Cranberry sauce, roasted squash, apple pie...what's on your menu this month? 🍎🍂

Keep this guide in mind while doing your November shopping!