FSIS launches MPI Directory mobile app

June 4, 2013
FSIS launches MPI Directory mobile app

WASHINGTON — USDA’s Food Safety & Inspection Service has launched a mobile app version of the Meat, Poultry and Egg Inspection (MPI) Directory. The Android app provides a listing of establishments that produce meat, poultry and/or egg products regulated by FSIS. By making the MPI Directory available via mobile devices, the data will now...

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Agriculture students learn off-campus

June 3, 2013
Agriculture students learn off-campus

The Collegian at Fresno State FRESNO, Calif. — The education of Fresno State students is not restricted to the library or chemistry labs. Through various opportunities students can gain knowledge working in the same field in which they hope to build a career after graduation. Randy Perry, a professor in animal science and agricultural...

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Conservation Stewardship Program deadline extended

June 3, 2013
Conservation Stewardship Program deadline extended

WASHINGTON — USDA’s Natural Resources Conservation Service (NRCS) hasy announced an extension of the deadline for farmers and ranchers to apply for the Conservation Stewardship Program (CSP) until June 14. Secretary of Agriculture Tom Vilsack originally announced that applications for the fiscal year (FY) 2013 sign up of the program would be due by...

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Drought conditions forecast to return to the central U.S.

May 31, 2013
Drought conditions forecast to return to the central U.S.

COEUR D’ALENE, Idaho — Harris-Mann Climatology, a long-range weather, commodity and stock forecasting service, predicts the return of drought conditions in the central U.S. within the next four to eight weeks. Harris-Mann Climatology’s annual summer outlook indicates a very good chance of drought conditions returning to the U.S. Great Plains and at least the...

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Information seminar highlights management solutions

May 31, 2013
Information seminar highlights management solutions

TUCKER, Ga. — The complexity and significance of information technology projects in an ever-changing environment showcases the growing impact information systems managers have within their organizations. Handling this changing environment requires in-depth and up-to-date solutions from industry experts. The 2013 Information Systems Seminar will provide valuable information and tools that information technology managers can apply...

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Tyson Foods hosts job summit for military veterans

May 30, 2013
Tyson Foods hosts job summit for military veterans

SPRINGDALE, Ark. — Tyson Foods Inc. recently held a Military Summit, where current and recently separated soldiers toured the company and interviewed for jobs. The summit is part of the company’s commitment to expand its military hiring efforts. “I know from experience that military veterans are well-trained and have an excellent work ethic,” said...

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