The U.S. Department of Agriculture (USDA) is working urgently to reinstate key employees who were mistakenly dismissed as part of a federal workforce reduction effort. These employees played a crucial role in managing the ongoing avian influenza outbreak, which has led to the culling of over 160 million birds since 2022. The layoffs, part of a government efficiency initiative, have raised concerns among lawmakers and industry experts, as the outbreak continues to drive up egg prices and threaten poultry farmers nationwide.
USDA Forecasts More Corn and Wheat, Fewer Soybean Acres for 2025/2026
The U.S. Department of Agriculture (USDA) is working urgently to reinstate key employees who were mistakenly dismissed as part of a federal workforce reduction effort. These employees played a crucial role in managing the ongoing avian influenza outbreak, which has led to the culling of over 160 million birds since 2022. The layoffs, part of a government efficiency initiative, have raised concerns among lawmakers and industry experts, as the outbreak continues to drive up egg prices and threaten poultry farmers nationwide.
Myth-Busting GMOs: Are They Really Harmful?
Introduction Genetically Modified Organisms (GMOs) have sparked one of the most controversial debates in modern agriculture. Are they a technological marvel that boosts food security, or do they pose hidden health and environmental risks? While the scientific community largely supports GMOs…