Food Security
Pompeo touts Lower Mekong Initiative
As a part of his trip to Asia, Secretary Pompeo renewed the U.S. commitment to an initiative that helps five countries along the Mekong River.
U.S. sanctions Maduro’s stepsons for exploiting Venezuela’s hungry
Associates of Nicolás Maduro used a subsidized-food program for personal enrichment, to reward political supporters and punish opponents.
Restaurant owner feeds the homeless, hosts iftars
The Sakina Halal Grill serves everyone who walks through the door, even if they can’t pay. During Ramadan, its owner also hosts iftars for the homeless.
A ‘Fitbit’ for cows boosts ag production
U.S. technology that helps U.S. farmers monitor their cattle's health also is being used on cows in Brazil, sheep in Norway and camels in Saudi Arabia.
Celebrating pollinators on Earth Day [poster]
Bees, butterflies and other pollinators are in danger. We rely on them for food. This poster can help raise awareness. Protect pollinators.
U.S. and Brazil partner to tackle global food issues
Animal scientists from the University of São Paulo and Virginia Tech share their research on how to improve animal productivity, reproduction and welfare.
U.S. farmers feed the world
American farmers are selling more of their high-quality products to the rest of the world than ever before in the history of U.S. agriculture.
A ‘thinking tractor’ and other smart farm gadgets
To feed the world's growing population, American farmers can look to smart technology using artificial intelligence and robotics to help boost crop yields.
Safety comes first for U.S. food and drug exports
Secretary of State Mike Pompeo visits Iowa March 3-4 to highlight American farm products. Read about the exacting standards of the U.S. inspection system.