As the granddaughter of farm workers, my life was made possible through hard work in the fields. On Farmworker Appreciation Day and every day, I’m grateful to the unsung heroes whose challenging work feeds and nourishes our communities.

It’s National Farmers Market Week and Dept. of Agriculture is recognizing the crucial role farmers markets play in our food system. Farmers markets connect producers and consumers through fresh, locally grown produce and support the health and well-being of our communities.

The Biden-Harris Administration is proud to partner with rural communities to create good-paying jobs, lower energy costs for consumers, and strengthen our nation’s electric grid. usda.gov/media/press-re…

Today, August 9th, @Smokey_Bear turns 80. Even though we're celebrating all year long, here's a special happy birthday to Smokey direct from Xochitl Torres Small, Deputy Secretary of the Dept. of Agriculture. Happy birthday Smokey!

Producers and irrigation district out West are enthusiastic about Dept. of Agriculture's new investment of $400 million that will help farmers expand into new market opportunities and save water in the face of drought. Read more about what they're saying here: usda.gov/media/press-re…

This week, we’re marking the 2nd anniversary of the Biden-Harris Administration’s Inflation Reduction Act. This transformative law is delivering historic resources and bringing opportunity to communities nationwide, especially in rural and underserved areas.

The Inflation Reduction Act has ushered in a new era by lowering energy costs for Americans, generating new income for farmers and foresters, and creating jobs alongside a clean energy future.

It was an honor to speak at the ACEethanol Annual Biofuels Conference in Omaha. With the Biden-Harris Administration’s Inflation Reduction Act, we’re: ✅ Strengthening America’s energy independence ✅ Lowering the cost of gas ✅ Creating new economic opportunity for farmers

It’s not a stop in Minnesota without swinging by the local corner store. The Biden-Harris Administration is equipping gas stations across the country, like this one, with new infrastructure to offer cheaper, cleaner biofuel options at the pump.

This law is already transforming lives in rural communities, too. See here for all the ways Dept. of Agriculture is delivering on the Inflation Reduction Act: usda.gov/media/press-re…

Honored to be in WI for an Investing in America Town Hall w/Secretary Tom Vilsack. We learned about ways WI is engaging in climate-smart ag practices & discussed how the Biden-Harris Administration has invested in small & mid-sized farmers to ensure they get a fair share of the food dollar

Thanks to Milwaukee’s Central Standard for hosting a great roundtable about the role of climate-smart agriculture in protecting the planet while creating new markets for America’s farmers urbanmilwaukee.com/2024/08/20/u-s…

Today we champion women's equality and celebrate the progress made towards eliminating gender-based barriers as we work together to build a brighter, more equitable future for generations to come. #WomensEqualityDay

It's #BackToSchool season, and we're joining U.S. Department of Education and education partners to celebrate healthy school meals! Join Secretary Tom Vilsack and Secretary Miguel Cardona for a virtual Back to School Pep Rally today at 1:45 PM ET ➡️ usda.gov/live

The future of America’s farms relies on investing in our rural communities. Read about my most recent town hall and how Dept. of Agriculture is working toward a new vision for American agriculture: thegazette.com/government-pol…

It’s a historic day in Wisconsin with President Biden – together, we’re announcing the largest investment in rural electrification since the New Deal in 1936. One in five rural Americans will benefit from these clean energy investments. usda.gov/media/press-re…

Tune in as I deliver remarks highlighting my Administration’s investment in delivering clean, affordable electricity to rural America. x.com/i/broadcasts/1…

Under the Biden-Harris Administration, we are speeding up the transition to clean energy, keeping monthly bills low, and investing in new jobs. This is rural power for rural America.