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Dept. of Agriculture

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Dept. of Agriculture

@USDA

Leadership on #food, #agriculture, natural resources, #rural development, #nutrition, & related issues based on public policy, science, & effective management.

Washington, DC

Joined July 2009

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Dept. of Agriculture
@USDA
Jun 4
🚨 With the recent detection of New World screwworm in a 3-week-old bovine in Zavala County, TX, USDA urges residents to contact your veterinarian right away if you see any suspicious wounds, maggots, or infestations in your animals or herd. If you see signs of maggot
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Secretary Brooke Rollins
@SecRollins
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Always a joy spending time with my friends @gatlin_didier and @grannybibbins — proud Oklahoma cattle farmers who represent the very best of American agriculture. 🇺🇸 As we celebrate America’s 250th birthday at the Great American State Fair, we’re celebrating the farmers and
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USDA Animal and Plant Health Inspection Service
@USDA_APHIS
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Under Secretary Dudley Hoskins met with Texas producers at the Farm Bureau Summer Conference in San Marcos to share updates on the New World screwworm response. Hearing producer experiences, questions, and concerns is essential to strengthening USDA’s efforts.
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USDA Animal and Plant Health Inspection Service
@USDA_APHIS
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Does this fly look like a New World screwworm (NWS) fly? Well… it is but it’s a sterile one, released as part of ongoing eradication efforts. Sterile flies glow under blacklight but aren’t easy to see. INSTEAD, check animals for wounds or maggots and report concerns early!
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Secretary Brooke Rollins
@SecRollins
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One of my favorite parts of the Great American State Fair has been spending time with the young people who will shape the future of American agriculture. It was an honor to join @EDSecMcMahon in meeting FFA and 4-H students participating in the livestock showcase at the Great
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Secretary Brooke Rollins
@SecRollins
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Had a great time showing @KatiePavlich around the Great American State Fair! 🇺🇸🎡 From the exhibits to the stories behind America’s 250th celebration, we covered it all. Tune in tonight at 10 PM EST on @NewsNation to catch our full conversation!
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Secretary Brooke Rollins
@SecRollins
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ONE BIG BEAUTIFUL BREAKFAST 🇺🇸🦅 America’s founders understood a timeless truth: a strong nation begins with strong farms. This morning, I was honored to welcome Cabinet colleagues, Members of Congress, agricultural leaders, and friends from across rural America to USDA for our
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Dept. of Agriculture
@USDA
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On the heels of @POTUS signing an Executive Order to advance regenerative agriculture, @SecRollins announced a final Regenerative Feedstock Rule that will help farmers voluntarily capture new value from regenerative agricultural practices through biofuel markets. The
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USDA Food Safety & Inspection Service
@USDAFoodSafety
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Have no fear! Captain Safe and friends are here at the One Big Beautiful Breakfast.
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Secretary Brooke Rollins
@SecRollins
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This morning, I signed an MOU to expand and launch the American Family Farm Legacy 250 Program in partnership with @NASDAnews and state agriculture leaders from across the country. More to come with @MonicaCrowley this afternoon — we can’t wait to celebrate! For nearly 250
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Secretary Brooke Rollins
@SecRollins
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One Big Beautiful Breakfast 🇺🇸
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Secretary Brooke Rollins
@SecRollins
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When 44 delegates of the Second Continental Congress—including many farmers—approved the Declaration of Independence on July 4, 1776, they changed the course of history forever. 🇺🇸 Their courage, conviction, and love of country gave birth to the greatest nation the world has
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Dept. of Agriculture
@USDA
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🌾 America’s farms, ranches, and working lands help feed, fuel and strengthen our nation every day. 🇺🇸 Celebrate Land & Prosperity Day at the Great American State Fair and explore the people, traditions and industries that continue to shape our nation’s future. @Freedom250
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