The E. Kika De La Garza Fellowship brings faculty and staff from Hispanic-Serving Institutions and Hispanic-Serving School Districts to Washington, D.C. to learn how USDA services and programs can benefit them, their students, and their communities. Learn more about Dr. Maureen Victoria's experience: https://lnkd.in/e2C6iJxh
USDA
Government Administration
Washington, DC 244,205 followers
Leadership on food, agriculture, natural resources, rural development, nutrition and related issues
About us
The United States Department of Agriculture is the United States federal executive department responsible for developing and executing U.S. federal government policy on farming, agriculture, and food. It aims to meet the needs of farmers and ranchers, promote agricultural trade and production, work to assure food safety, protect natural resources, foster rural communities and end hunger in the United States and abroad.
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http://www.usda.gov
External link for USDA
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- Government Administration
- Company size
- 10,001+ employees
- Headquarters
- Washington, DC
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- Government Agency
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- USDA is committed to providing safe and nutritious food, conservation, sustainable food production and revitalizing rural America.
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1400 Independence Ave
Washington, DC 20250, US
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Kaplicalar Caddesi
Istanbul, Istanbul 34460, TR
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355 E St Sw
Washington, DC 20024, US
Employees at USDA
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The National Agricultural Statistics Service provides timely, accurate and useful statistics in service to U.S. agriculture. NASS is the official source of comprehensive, current information on the farms, ranches and people who provide food, feed and fiber to our nation and the world. If you are a Statistician or IT Specialist looking to start your career at USDA, explore opportunities here: https://lnkd.in/eBAAuaVF #hiring
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As part of the #CancerMoonshot, join USDA for a virtual event on "Cancer Prevention Through Healthful Eating," where we'll highlight USDA’s efforts to prevent diet-related diseases & cancers via tailored nutrition research & community engagement. Register: http://bit.ly/3VYZxA6
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USDA’s Summer Nutrition Programs for Kids offer meals and new benefits to help keep kids full of energy and excitement. Discover more today: https://lnkd.in/ePX2_h4Z #SUNPrograms #SummerNutrition
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USDA Office of Partnerships and Public Engagement Director Lisa Ramirez welcomes 32 faculty and staff from Hispanic-Serving Institutions and school districts to the 2024 class of E. Kika De La Garza Fellows. Fellows will spend one week in Washington, DC meeting with leaders from different USDA agencies to learn more about national and regional issues, policy making and research. https://lnkd.in/exU7AjmX
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Bryan Hallman began pursuing a career in agriculture upon learning about the USDA 1890 National Scholars Program. A partnership between USDA and the 1890 land-grant universities, this program seeks to boost educational and career opportunities for students from rural or underserved communities. He is currently an intern with USDA Natural Resources Conservation Service as a soil conservationist. https://lnkd.in/eq9r6Jy4
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On #IndependenceDay, we thank and remember the honorable service of our nation’s active duty, reserve service members and veterans. Happy #FourthofJuly from the USDA Family 🇺🇸❤️🇺🇸
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Join USDA’s Veteran Employment Program Office for an informational webinar to learn about USDA efforts to support veterans, disabled veterans, and transitioning servicemember hiring. This event will take place on July 9th. Register here: https://lnkd.in/ez-pAYpw #hiring
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SUN Bucks helps families boost their grocery budget to get more of what their kids love. Learn the latest about SUN Bucks and see how you can get involved today: https://lnkd.in/e9wnDNz2 #SUNPrograms #SummerNutrition