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August 05, 2022

Some of the forms below are available in fillable formats. Completion and submission of those forms requires the use of Adobe Acrobat reader software. The downloadable Acrobat Reader software is available at NO CHARGE from Adobe. Download Acrobat Reader Please submit your completed form with all...

17-1 Approval Procedures for OGE 278 and OGE 450 Filers Who Wish to Engage in Outside Activities or Employment with non-Federal Entities

August 08, 2022

Purpose Authority Scope Definitions and Delegations General Reporting Requirements Compensated Positions Exempt from Outside Employment Approval U.S. DEPARTMENT OF AGRICULTURE - OFFICE OF ETHICS daeo.ethics@usda.gov ETHICS ISSUANCE: Number 17-1 DATE: Posted November 2017 1. Purpose This document...

Subpart A - General Provisions

August 05, 2022

Basic obligation of public service Disciplinary and corrective action a. Basic obligation of public service ( Section 2635.101). Question: What is the basis for the Ethics Program? Answer: A collection of statutes, executive orders, and regulations that underscore the notion that public service is a...

03-2 Combined Federal Campaign Activities

August 08, 2022

Purpose Authority Definitions General Controlling Statutes and Regulations Voluntary Participation General Rule Permissible Encouragement Impermissible Actions Use/Misuse of Appropriated Funds Permissible Uses Impermissible Uses Conflicts of Interest, Impartiality and Favoritism Service on Local...

Topics

August 12, 2024

Animal Science Animal health related resources, including animal diseases, animal management, and animal health research. Biotechnology USDA supports the safe and appropriate use of science and technology, including biotechnology, to help meet agricultural challenges and consumer needs of the 21st...

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Definitions: Sustainability and Food Systems

February 27, 2020

There are many definitions of sustainable development, most of which incorporate the notion that true sustainability must balance economic, social and environmental dimensions.

Principles of Ethical Conduct

August 08, 2022

Principles of Ethical Conduct Office of Government Ethics Authority Agency Responsibilities Delegations of Authority General Provisions Executive Order 12674 of April 12, 1989 (as modified by E.O. 12731) "PRINCIPLES OF ETHICAL CONDUCT FOR GOVERNMENT OFFICERS AND EMPLOYEES" "By virtue of the...

Applying for Loans and Grants

May 02, 2023

Tips on applying for USDA loans and grants, preparing a successful application, getting application help and more USDA Loans and Grants Overview There are two main types of financial help offered by USDA: grants and loans. Government Loans Government loans serve specific purposes such as helping you...

Employment

October 07, 2022

Merit Promotion & Internal Placement Policy It is U.S. Department of Agriculture (USDA) policy to recruit qualified, diverse individuals to ensure bringing the best qualified candidates to the attention of management; to give employees an opportunity to receive fair, equitable, and appropriate...

Frequently Asked Questions 2501 Program

February 23, 2020

Outreach and Assistance for Socially Disadvantaged and Veteran Farmers and Ranchers Program (also known as “the 2501 Program”) Eligibility Questions Q. Who is eligible to apply for grants under the 2501 Program? Higher education institutions, nonprofit organizations, and non-governmental community...