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Statement from Secretary Vilsack on Congressional Action to Avert Rail Shutdown

“I thank Congress for taking swift action to prevent a potentially crippling national rail shutdown by sending to the President’s desk legislation that adopts the Tentative Agreement between railroad workers and operators. A rail shutdown would have had significant and long-lasting effects on American food and agriculture and would have been devastating to the nation’s economy. Under President Biden’s leadership, U.S. farmers and ranchers, as well as American consumers, can breathe a sigh of relief that the trains will stay on track to deliver food, inputs, raw materials, and other essential items across the nation.

“Our work doesn’t stop here. This Administration will continue to make progress on fostering economic growth and strengthening supply chains, and supporting workers who deserve protections in the workplace.

Source : usda.gov

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First day of planting season

Video: First day of planting season



It’s finally here — the first day of planting season! ????

After months of prep, maintenance, and waiting on the weather, we’re back in the field getting seeds in the ground. In this video, I take you along for day one of planting — running the tractor, checking conditions, and kicking off what’s always one of the busiest (and most exciting) times of the year.