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U.S.D.A. United States Department of Agriculture
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History of the USDA Brought into existence on May 15, 1862 President Lincoln signed the law of the Agricultural Act This established the United State Department of Agriculture The Executive Branch has authority over this agency
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History of the USDA Goals the USDA had when it first started: Collecting and publishing statistical and other useful information in regards to agriculture Publishes Long-term projections Conducting chemical analyses of soils, grains, fruits Testing agricultural implements Establish a museum and library dedicated to agriculture Established in Texas, South Dakota, Florida Answering questions farmers have about agriculture
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Mission of the Agency “We provide leadership on food, agriculture, natural resources, and related issues based on sound public policy, the best available science, and efficient management.” Want to be seen as an agency that can lead the growing agriculture and food system Creates Strategic Plan Framework Enhancing food safety Improving health and nutrition managing/protecting public and private land
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Mission of the Agency The USDA is it’s own department Secretary- Tom Vilsack Appointed by President Obama Approved by the Senate
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Mission of the Agency
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Recent Action Focusing on creating healthy habits Released new dietary guidelines to help Americans make healthier choices and confront obesity epidemic Paired with the NFL to sponsor Fuel up to Play 60 Continues to promote Let’s Move program
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Recent Action February 24-25 of this year, the new long-term agricultural projections will be released 10 year projection Covers crop and livestock commodities, agricultural trade, farm income, and food prices through 2010 “Not a forecast, longer term scenario” Last years included: Goal to keep price of corn, oilseeds, etc. at an all-time high Goal to lower production at higher prices where meat is concerned
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Recent Action Strategic Plant for 2010-2015 Help rural communities in becoming more self- sustaining and economically thriving Protecting America’s national forests and private working lands Promote agriculture production exports Provide children in American with nutritious and well- balanced meals
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Necessary? “It is precisely the people's Department”- Abraham Lincoln Gives rural communities opportunities to grow Educate Americans Gather information on how to best use the country’s resources http://www.youtube.com/watch?v=pVLWI0DVdQA&feature =relmfu
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