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For USDA, maintaining increased SNAP benefits is an immediate priority. (Stephanie Ho and Ag Secretary Tom Vilsack)

USDA meteorologist Brad Rippey discusses frost and freeze conditions in parts of the Southeast last week, significant temperature swings, and how crops in the region might be impacted.

Fruit growers in the Pacific Northwest may be worried about impacts from recent frost and sub-freezing temperatures. (Rod Bain and USDA meteorologist, Brad Rippey)

USDA Supplemental Nutrition Assistance Program Associate Administrator Jessica Shahin provides examples among eight grants designed to improve administration, efficiencies and program integrity within SNAP.

USDA has a grant program for non-profit organizations to develop technology to help SNAP participants make online purchases at farmers markets. (Stephanie Ho and Kumar Chandran, USDA senior nutrition advisor)

USDA actively supports employment and training opportunities for beneficiaries of the Supplemental Nutrition Assistance Program, or SNAP. (Stephanie Ho and Deputy Undersecretary Brandon Lipps)

(Stephanie Ho and Deputy Undersecretary Brandon Lipps)

A recent adjustment for the base calculation for the Supplemental Nutrition Assistance Program means an increase in SNAP benefits starting October First. (Rod Bain and Secretary Tom Vilsack)

USDA is seeking grant proposals on ways to improve online purchasing capabilities for SNAP participants who shop at farmers markets. (Stephanie Ho and Kumar Chandran, USDA senior nutrition advisor)