Secretary Tom Vilsack

Flood Relief Dried Up By Budget Cuts?
Flood Relief Dried Up By Budget Cuts?
Flood Relief Dried Up By Budget Cuts?
The U.S. Department of Agriculture is offering a myriad of programs and services to help farmers, ranchers, and rural residents effected by Missouri river flooding in neighboring states. Funds have also gone out for other natural disasters this spring, but Agriculture Secretary, Tom Vilsack in touring flood damaged areas of Iowa and Nebraska says there's one form of assistance victims should not n
A Call To Test And Hold For Poultry And Meats
A Call To Test And Hold For Poultry And Meats
A Call To Test And Hold For Poultry And Meats
The U. S.  Department of Agriculture has long recommended that meat and poultry processors, after testing samples for contaminants, hold back the tested lots from sale until results are in. "However, some establishments are releasing products into commerce prior to receiving test results which poses a threat to public health." Agriculture Secretary Tom Vilsack announced a proposal from
Affordable Care Act One Year Later [AUDIO]
Affordable Care Act One Year Later [AUDIO]
Affordable Care Act One Year Later [AUDIO]
Proponents of the Affordable Health Care Act are took time on Wednesday, one year after the act was signed, to remind the public of benefits already being felt, especially in rural states like Wyoming. Agriculture Secretary, Tom Vilsack, and Health and Human Services Secretary, Kathleen Sebelius spoke during a press conference today... Listen Here: