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National Milk Day: Nourishing America with the USDA's Dairy Initiatives

January 09, 2024 Renée Benson, Public Affairs Specialist, USDA Office of Communications

National Milk Day is observed on January 11th each year to commemorate the day in 1878 when milk deliveries began in glass bottles sealed with waxed paper. It is also a time to appreciate the contributions of dairy farmers and serves as a reminder of the nutritional value and cultural significance...

Equity Food and Nutrition Nutrition Security

Laser-Focused USDA 1890 National Scholar Builds Future with USDA

January 09, 2024 Carrie Knight, Public Affairs Specialist, USDA Office of Partnerships and Public Engagement

Kevin Poole, a recent graduate of Florida Agricultural & Mechanical University (FAMU), can remember the exact moment when he first learned about the USDA 1890 National Scholars Program. It was during the spring semester of his junior year of high school. “A school administrator grabbed me at lunch...

Equity Initiatives

Knowledge is Power! Increase Your Health Literacy with USDA Resources

October 27, 2023 Courtney Thompson, Technical Information Specialist (Nutrition.gov), National Agricultural Library

October is Health Literacy Month! Health literacy is a crucial component of maintaining our health. It is your ability to access and understand health information and services. Being able to find and use the best available resources can help us live healthier lives, prevent certain health outcomes...

Food and Nutrition Health and Safety Research and Science