Join us in Shaping the Future! We’re excited to announce that USDA is participating in #ServiceforAmerica, a dynamic initiative focused on recruiting, hiring and engaging talent to prepare our nation for a digitally enabled future. Service for America aims to connect Americans with good-paying, meaningful jobs in cyber, technology, and artificial intelligence. Explore our open cybersecurity positions on our newly updated Careers Page—your gateway to impactful opportunities in public service. Whether you’re passionate about technology or seeking a fulfilling role in another field, we offer a wide range of positions across various disciplines and locations, all dedicated to supporting American agriculture and rural communities. Make a difference! Join us in transforming lives and strengthening communities. Visit our Careers Page today to discover your next opportunity with USDA. Together, let’s create a brighter future for millions of Americans! https://lnkd.in/eyceQ7v7
USDA
Government Administration
Washington, DC 252,055 followers
Leadership on food, agriculture, natural resources, rural development, nutrition and related issues
About us
The United States Department of Agriculture is the United States federal executive department responsible for developing and executing U.S. federal government policy on farming, agriculture, and food. It aims to meet the needs of farmers and ranchers, promote agricultural trade and production, work to assure food safety, protect natural resources, foster rural communities and end hunger in the United States and abroad.
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http://www.usda.gov
External link for USDA
- Industry
- Government Administration
- Company size
- 10,001 employees
- Headquarters
- Washington, DC
- Type
- Government Agency
- Specialties
- USDA is committed to providing safe and nutritious food, conservation, sustainable food production and revitalizing rural America.
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1400 Independence Ave
Washington, DC 20250, US
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Kaplicalar Caddesi
Istanbul, Istanbul 34460, TR
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355 E St Sw
Washington, DC 20024, US
Employees at USDA
Updates
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Dr. Irma Lawrence joined USDA in 2000 and became a National Program Leader at USDA National Institute of Food and Agriculture. Dr. Lawrence, along with academic and federal partners, increased Hispanic representation in the federal workforce across not only at USDA, but also at other departments and agencies. #HispanicHeritageMonth
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Dr. Circe Niezen, professor at the Polytechnic University of Puerto Rico, is a USDA E. Kika De La Garza (EKDLG) fellow, a role that has made her a conduit of information for USDA at her university. Her specialization in industrial engineering education has been enriched by the EKDLG fellowship, which strengthens educational partnerships with faculty from Hispanic Serving Institutions to collaborate with USDA to learn more about the federal government. Read more ➡️ https://lnkd.in/ed3-vCJD
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Emmanuel Alex Garcia is a Consumer Safety Inspector with USDA-FSIS. Encouraged by Food Safety Inspectors, he joined the Denver District as a food inspector and now works in Falmouth, Michigan. #HispanicHeritageMonth
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Mark your calendars! The virtual USDA Science Showcase & Innovation Challenge Reveal is on Sept. 30 from 2:30-3:25 PM ET. Join us as we spotlight USDA's cutting-edge research & reveal the breakthrough Innovation Challenge projects. Livestream link: http://usda.gov/live #USDAScience
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Ally's recent internship with US Department of Agriculture (USDA) Agricultural Research Service (ARS) through the Conference on Asian Pacific American Leadership (CAPAL) shaped her career aspirations, particularly her interest in working for USDA or the federal government more broadly. "It seems like there really is a need for people with my background or who bring their own identities to join the USDA," she said. Learn more about her experience ➡️ https://lnkd.in/eaD6H8v9
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Last month, USDA bee researchers Judy Chen and Jay Evans were named 2024 Service to America Medals People’s Choice Award winners for federal government excellence. "The Bee Team” revolutionized bee disease diagnosis and treatment, introducing cutting-edge technologies to detect virus pathogens and developing novel medicines to enhance bee health and prevent colony collapse. Learn more about this accomplishment: https://lnkd.in/d-rncsj
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Today, USDA hosted the Final Equity Convening to celebrate the work of the USDA Equity Commission ➡️ https://lnkd.in/gY_Wvjge
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USDA has signed an agreement with the Conference on Asian Pacific American Leadership (CAPAL) to increase awareness of USDA as an employer of choice and facilitate the recruitment of Asian American, Native Hawaiian, and Pacific Islander college students. “As we sign this historic MOU with CAPAL, USDA reaffirms our commitment to connecting AANHPI students with the “People’s Department,” said USDA Office of Partnerships and Public Engagement Director Lisa Ramirez. “Today’s MOU signing is made even more special by taking place during Asian American and Native American Pacific Islander-Serving Institutions Week.” Managing Director Shaima Ahmad signed the MOU on behalf of CAPAL. https://lnkd.in/eCy_qbBS