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United States: The United States>>> faces a significant economic threat from the potential entry of the New World Screwworm, which could devastate its beef industry, spike prices, and cause billions in damages, particularly in United States — Texas>>>. The United States>>> has blocked cattle imports from Mexico>>> to prevent the parasite's spread.
United States — United States Department of Agriculture: The United States — United States Department of Agriculture>>> detected the New World Screwworm in Mexico and is actively involved in containment efforts, including blocking cattle imports and investing in sterile fly production facilities. The detection highlights the ongoing challenge for the United States — United States Department of Agriculture>>> to protect the US livestock industry.
May 29, 2026 · 7 articles
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United States: The United States' agricultural data integrity is questioned, which could impact trade relationships and domestic market stability.
United States — United States Department of Agriculture: The USDA is the central agency under scrutiny for overstating beef export sales and other data errors. Its credibility is questioned, potentially affecting market trust in its reports.
Aug 20, 2026 · 6 articles
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United States: The United States is facing its first significant New World screwworm outbreak in decades, threatening its cattle industry and requiring a coordinated federal and state response to prevent widespread economic damage.
United States — United States Department of Agriculture: The United States — United States Department of Agriculture is the primary federal agency responsible for coordinating the response to the screwworm outbreak, including sterile fly deployment, quarantine measures, and funding for new facilities. Its actions and perceived effectiveness are under scrutiny.
Apr 20, 2026 · 190 articles
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International
United States: The U.S. is the importing country; resuming imports helps alleviate domestic beef shortages and high prices, though it must manage screwworm risks.
United States — United States Department of Agriculture: The USDA sets and enforces the import protocols, including quotas and inspections, playing a central regulatory role in the resumption.
Aug 22, 2026 · 8 articles
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Regulatory
United States: The United States>>> benefits from the new laboratory's efforts to protect its cattle industry and food supply from devastating arthropod pests, ensuring agricultural sustainability and profitability.
United States — United States Department of Agriculture: The United States — United States Department of Agriculture>>> opened a new research laboratory to combat pests threatening the U.S. cattle industry, enhancing its role in protecting livestock and food supply.
May 27, 2026 · 6 articles
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United States: The United States>>>'s food system and agricultural sector are at risk due to the closure of critical bee research labs, which could lead to higher food costs and reduced crop production.
United States — United States Department of Agriculture: The United States — United States Department of Agriculture>>> plans to close the United States — Henry A. Wallace Beltsville Agricultural Research Center>>> and other research facilities, which is expected to negatively impact bee research and the US food system. The agency's actions, including past staff firings, have hindered critical research.
May 26, 2026 · 6 articles
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United States: The United States is currently considering legislation, including the United States farm bill, that would establish a permanent grant program for local food purchases, with both the House and Senate having proposals.
United States — United States Department of Agriculture: The United States — United States Department of Agriculture previously administered the Local Food Purchase Assistance Cooperative Agreement Program and the Local Food for Schools Cooperative Agreement Program, which were terminated, and would be involved in the new proposed permanent grant program.
Jul 03, 2026 · 7 articles
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Regulatory
United States: The United States is the sovereign entity affected by this policy change, which impacts national forest management, environmental protection, and wildfire policy. The outcome will have nationwide implications.
United States — United States Department of Agriculture: As the parent agency of the Forest Service, the USDA oversees the rule change and provided data on affected lands. Its stance aligns with the administration's push to rescind the rule.
Aug 18, 2026 · 7 articles
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International
United States: The U.S. imposed and then lifted the security alert, directly controlling the export flow; its actions determine market access for Mexican avocados.
United States — United States Department of Agriculture: USDA inspectors certify avocados for export; their return is essential for resuming trade, and their safety concerns can trigger future suspensions.
Aug 16, 2026 · 6 articles
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Domestic
United States: Country affected by rising food insecurity and loss of national hunger monitoring tool.
United States — United States Department of Agriculture: Agency that conducted the survey for 30 years; its cancellation reduces its data-driven policy role.
Apr 20, 2026 · 6 articles
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International
United States: The US is the primary initiator, launching the Freedom 250 initiative to expand agricultural trade and investment with Nigeria, potentially benefiting US agricultural businesses.
United States — United States Department of Agriculture: The USDA's Foreign Agricultural Service supported the All-Africa Conference, facilitating US agricultural expertise and trade promotion.
Aug 14, 2026 · 6 articles
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Business
United States: The United States' winter wheat reports, export sales, and a peace deal with Iran significantly impact the global Wheat market and crude oil prices.
United States — United States Department of Agriculture: Released crop progress and export data that moved markets; data showed harvest ahead of normal but exports lagging.
Jun 03, 2026 · 91 articles
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United States: The United States is a major producer and exporter of soybeans, with its crop progress, export sales, and government reports significantly influencing global soybean prices.
United States — United States Department of Agriculture: USDA reported export sales and will release the WASDE report on Friday, which is closely watched by traders.
May 26, 2026 · 67 articles
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United States: Country where the program operates, benefiting agricultural landscapes.
United States — United States Department of Agriculture: Lead agency announcing and administering the $35 million funding opportunity.
Jul 23, 2026 · 6 articles
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United States: The United States' social safety net, particularly the SNAP program, is impacted by this ruling, affecting millions of its citizens.
United States — United States Department of Agriculture: The United States — United States Department of Agriculture (USDA) is the agency that proposed the conditions for SNAP funding, and its efforts were blocked by the preliminary injunction.
Jun 05, 2026 · 12 articles
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United States: The United States government experienced a record 43-day shutdown, causing financial stress for federal workers and disrupting services. The funding bill ended the shutdown and provided temporary funding.
United States — United States Department of Agriculture: The United States — United States Department of Agriculture's funding was secured by the bill, ensuring continued food assistance programs without interruption.
Nov 13, 2025 · 6 articles
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United States: The United States>>> is expected to provide oversight and be meaningfully involved in changes of this scale, but has not been adequately consulted by the administration.
United States — United States Department of Agriculture: The United States — United States Department of Agriculture>>> is the current parent agency of the United States — United States Postal Service>>> and would be affected by the proposed transfer of the United States — United States Postal Service>>>'s fire program to the United States — United States Department of the Interior>>> and the relocation of its headquarters.
Jun 01, 2026 · 6 articles
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Business
United States: The US cotton crop is the subject of the weekly Crop Progress reports, with condition ratings and progress affecting market sentiment.
United States — United States Department of Agriculture: USDA released weekly Crop Progress reports and export sales data, which were key drivers of cotton price movements.
Jul 14, 2026 · 27 articles
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Domestic
United States: The United States government shutdown is the underlying cause of the SNAP funding dispute, impacting its citizens and the functioning of federal programs.
United States — United States Department of Agriculture: The United States — United States Department of Agriculture indicated it was working to make funds available for full monthly SNAP benefits to states.
Nov 07, 2025 · 12 articles
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Domestic
United States: The United States is the recipient of the request for additional farm aid and will be responsible for approving or rejecting the proposed funding package.
United States — United States Department of Agriculture: The United States — United States Department of Agriculture provides data on direct payments to farmers, which is used to forecast the total amount of aid disbursed by the administration.
Jun 24, 2026 · 6 articles
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United States: Country experiencing widespread outbreak affecting public health and food safety.
United States — United States Department of Agriculture: USDA collaborates with CDC and FDA on food safety surveillance. Funding cuts to FoodNet may have reduced monitoring capacity.
Jun 30, 2026 · 348 articles
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United States: The United States is the country affected by the outbreak, with cases in nearly all states. The outbreak has raised concerns about food safety and public health infrastructure.
United States — United States Department of Agriculture: The USDA is part of the FoodNet surveillance network, which was affected by budget cuts, potentially impacting outbreak detection.
Jul 08, 2026 · 358 articles
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Business
United States: US cattle market faces supply tightness and screwworm outbreak, affecting livestock.
United States — United States Department of Agriculture: USDA reported pasture ratings, weekly export sales, and cattle slaughter estimates, providing market data.
Jun 12, 2026 · 23 articles
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Domestic
United States: Country affected by SNAP cuts; over 5.3 million people lost benefits, impacting food security.
United States — United States Department of Agriculture: Federal agency providing data on SNAP benefit losses; administers the program.
Aug 16, 2026 · 6 articles
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Domestic
United States: The United States>>> federal government commissioned the 'Alcohol Intake and Health Study' to inform its Dietary Guidelines, but its findings were reportedly sidelined, indicating potential policy challenges.
United States — United States Department of Agriculture: The United States — United States Department of Agriculture>>> reviewed the study alongside other scientific evidence for the 2025-2030 Dietary Guidelines for Americans.
Jun 09, 2026 · 58 articles
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Regulatory
United States: The U.S. food supply and public health are directly affected by the proposed regulations.
United States — United States Department of Agriculture: USDA is involved in reviewing the ultraprocessed food definition, with concerns about overbreadth, which could affect its regulatory role.
Aug 10, 2026 · 12 articles
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Business
United States: U.S. consumers face persistent grocery inflation; military action with Israel against Iran cited as factor.
United States — United States Department of Agriculture: Reported 2026 food-at-home price inflation forecast of 2.7%.
Jul 16, 2026 · 12 articles
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Business
United States: The US is a destination for Mithila Makhana, reflecting its global appeal.
United States — United States Department of Agriculture: The department coordinated the shipment and highlighted its significance, promoting the state's agricultural modernization.
Aug 08, 2026 · 6 articles
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Domestic
United States: The U.S. government saw a reduction of over 272,000 federal employees and estimated savings of $214-215 billion, but also incurred costs from the deferred resignation program.
United States — United States Department of Agriculture: Agriculture was among departments with highest departures under DOGE.
Jul 06, 2026 · 7 articles
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International
United States: The United States successfully used a drone boat for a rescue mission near the Strait of Hormuz, highlighting its push to integrate autonomous technology into Middle East operations.
United States — United States Department of Agriculture: Data from the United States — United States Department of Agriculture shows that fuel, fertilizer, and pesticides account for a significant portion of farmers' total production expenses.
May 05, 2026 · 374 articles
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