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USDA Announces Federal Resources Guide to Assist Rural Communities

InkFreeNews.com Posted Jul 20, 2012  Updated: Aug 14, 2014 @ 12:43 PM

INDIANAPOLIS, Ind. – USDA Under Secretary for Rural Development Dallas Tonsager, today announced the publication of a guide outlining programs the federal government has available to support rural communities as they promote economic development and enhance the quality of life for rural residents. “Rural communities across the country … Read More

USDA Official to Survey Indiana Drought Damage

InkFreeNews.com Posted Jul 17, 2012  Updated: Jul 17, 2012 @ 12:15 PM

USDA Farm and Foreign Agricultural Services Undersecretary Michael Scuse is touring drought-stricken farms tomorrow and Thursday to survey the damage. Farmers in Indiana experienced a dry and mild spring which led to early planting in many parts of the state. Lack of rainfall and the extreme heat complicated … Read More