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Reapers and Creepers Give Rave Reviews for Fall Harvest and Halloween Stats!

October 31, 2013 Charles Parrott, AMS Fruit and Vegetable Program Deputy Administrator

Whether its an abundance of fresh farm crops at the local grocery store, farmers market or fall festival, the fruits (and vegetables) of the growing season are all around us. About 158 million Americans will get into the Halloween spirit this year, spending an estimated $7 billion to celebrate...

Food and Nutrition

Helping Produce Businesses in Many Ways

April 22, 2013 Charles Parrott, AMS Fruit and Vegetable Program Deputy Administrator

Accurate and timely information, access to new markets, and financial protection are critical to the success of any business. In the produce industry, the USDA’s Agricultural Marketing Service (AMS) provides services to cover all three of these items. By providing current price and volume...

USDA Results Food and Nutrition

Celebrating All Things Dairy for National Dairy Month

June 26, 2012 Dana Coale, AMS Dairy Programs Deputy Administrator

During June, we often celebrate many things: National Homeownership Month, the end of the school year and graduations, Father’s Day, and being able to watch our favorite teams duke it on the baseball diamond. But at USDA we have another favorite June celebration – National Dairy Month.

Initiatives Food and Nutrition
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