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	Encyclopedia: Department of Agriculture
		The U.S. Department of Agriculture, also called the Agriculture Department, or USDA, is a Cabinet department of the United States Federal Government.
		Ellsworth's interest in aiding agriculture was evident in his annual reports that called for a public depository to preserve and distribute the various new seeds and plants, a clerk to collect agricultural statistics, the preparation of statewide reports about crops in different regions, and the application of chemistry to agriculture.
		In 1887, the House and Senate passed bills creating a Department of Agriculture and Labor, but farm interests objected to the inclusion of labor, and the bill was killed in conference.
	www.nationmaster.com /encyclopedia/Department-of-Agriculture (646 words)

	United States Department of Agriculture - Wikipedia, the free encyclopedia
		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, also to meet the needs of the american people, and end hunger, in America and abroad.
		The Deparment of Agriculture was crucial to providing concerned persons with the assistance that they needed to make it through this diffucult period, helping to ensure that food continued to be produced and distributed to those who needed it, assisting with loans for small landowners, and contributing to the education of the rural youth.
		In this way, the Department of Agriculture became a source of comfort as people struggled to survive in rural areas.
	en.wikipedia.org /wiki/United_States_Department_of_Agriculture (776 words)

	Agriculture - Home
		The Department of Agriculture at Angelo State University has an average annual enrollment of 285 undergraduate students and 25 graduate students.
		Undergraduate and graduate student education is the focus of the department, supplemented by ongoing research in the areas of ruminant nutrition, sheep and goat production, beef cattle production, implants, range and wildlife, reproductive physiology, meat and food safety issues, and the economic uses of plants.
		The Department of Agriculture is developing a database of Animal Science graduates to better serve the needs of current and former students.
	www.angelo.edu /dept/agriculture (158 words)

	Department of Agriculture, Southeast Missouri State University
		The mission of the Department of Agriculture is to provide support to the vast and complex agricultural system of our region.
		The department is committed to providing a variety of experiential-learning opportunities for students majoring in agriculture.
		To gain a broader knowledge of agriculture in the region, students take many field trips and professionals in the industry are brought in to talk to students.
	www.semo.edu /agriculture (402 words)

	Department of Agriculture - U.S. Virgin Islands Government (Site not responding. Last check: 2007-10-06)
		The Department of Agriculture, formerly the Department of Economic Development and Agriculture, was established as an Executive Department of the Government of the Virgin Islands pursuant to the provisions of Act 5265 (Bill No. 17-0051), as amended by Act 6070 (Bill No. 20-0029).
		The department's primary responsibilities are the expansion of agricultural activities for the production and marketing of food and food products throughout the Virgin Islands, enforcement of environmental protection laws as they may apply to land, water and soil, and enforcement of regulatory practices as they may apply to veterinary services.
		Activities conducted by the Department of Agriculture are:
	www.usvi.org /agriculture (312 words)

	Illinois Department of Agriculture
		The Illinois Department of Agriculture is prepared to immediately authorize the use of temporary and emergency grain storage structures to ease space shortages caused by shipping delays on the Mississippi River.
		The Illinois Department of Agriculture (IDOA) today announced guidelines for individuals, animal rescue organizations, humane societies and shelters who are taking in animals displaced by Hurricane Katrina to follow in order to contain or prevent the spread of disease.
		Remember to also check with your county highway department and township office....it is advised that you contact your county clerk or highway superintendents before you hit the road to the local elevator.
	www.agr.state.il.us (1440 words)

	Madhya Pradesh - The Agriculture State of India
		Thus Agriculture Sector is the main Stay of the State economy.
		The Agriculture and allied services contributes about 44% share in state economy and 78% of its working force is directly engaged in Agriculture.
		After the independence of the country in 1947, the new Madhya Pradesh was formed on 1st Nov. 1956 after by merging the old Madhya Bharat, Bhopal State, Mahakaushal State and Vindhya Pradesh and on 1st Biv, 1956.
	www.mp.nic.in /agriculture (1005 words)

	Welcome to the New Mexico Department of Agriculture
		New Mexico Department of Agriculture (NMDA) is an agriculture producer-consumer service and regulatory department placed under the New Mexico State University (NMSU) Board of Regents with a director/secretary who serves on the Governor’s Cabinet.
		The department was formally organized in 1955 and has responsibility for more than 30 laws, several of which were legislated over a half-century ago.
		The department has five divisions consisting of agricultural and environmental services, agricultural programs and resources, marketing and development, standards and consumer services, and veterinary diagnostics services.
	nmdaweb.nmsu.edu (129 words)

	School of Agriculture, Policy and Development
		We are part of the School of Agriculture, Policy and Development.
		Research in Agriculture at The University of Reading was rated 5A in the Research Assessment Exercise 2001.
		Agriculture at The University of Reading is Number One
	www.apd.rdg.ac.uk /Agriculture (85 words)

	West Virginia Department of Agriculture
		The West Virginia Department of Agriculture (WVDA), along with leaders of the West Virginia Farm Bureau (WVFB), the West Virginia Cattleman's Association (WVCA) and the West Virginia Poultry Association (WVPA) are calling on members of the state agricultural community for donations to the West Virginia Farmers' Assistance and Relief for Katrina (ARK) fund.
		The West Virginia Department of Agriculture's (WVDA) request to the U.S. Environmental Protection Agency (USEPA) to allow four antifungal chemicals to be used against soybean rust (SBR) has been approved.
		The West Virginia Department of Agriculture (WVDA) and the West Virginia Department of Health and Human Resources — Bureau for Public Health — Office of Laboratory Services (DHHR-BPH-OLS) are combining forces to collect and test samples within the state.
	www.wvagriculture.org (1414 words)

	CMSU - Department of Agriculture
		Our department has a reputation of teaching based upon current information available in each filed of study to help you achieve success in today's competitive world.
		Agriculture students at Central Missouri have the opportunity to experience the current technology available in the area of agricultural equipment.
		Hands-on experience is important in agricultural study and is available to students in the areas of agronomy, animal science, horticulture, and soils.
	www.cmsu.edu /x35796.xml (144 words)

	Mississippi Department of Agriculture and Commerce
		Commissioner of Agriculture and Commerce Lester Spell and other State and federal agricultural agencies continue to work together to aid in the recovery of Mississippi’s agricultural industry and in the loss of farm revenues caused by the devastation of Hurricane Katrina.
		In celebration, advocates of Mississippi agriculture will be able to demonstrate their support by purchasing a distinctive license plate, the “Ag Tag,” with proceeds going towards proactive marketing campaigns for Mississippi agricultural products and related services.
		Learn more about how the MS Dept. of Agriculture is exploring current technologies and alternative energies for the agriculture community.
	www.mdac.state.ms.us (595 words)

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		The Parks Department purchases tens of thousands of pounds of steamship round and ground beef each year at a cost of more than $500,000.
		Agriculture Commissioner Richie Farmer applauded North Carolina Superior Court Judge Ben Tennille’s order for tobacco companies to make Phase II payments, with interest, for the fourth quarter of 2004.
		The Kentucky Department of Agriculture is alerting Kentuckians to a possible telemarketing pesticide scam.
	www.kyagr.com (652 words)

	PDA
		HARRISBURG -- Agriculture Secretary Dennis Wolff today encouraged Pennsylvanians to participate in the inaugural Pennsylvania Rural Summit Oct. 25-26, at the Seven Springs Conference Center in Champion.
		The summit is a joint effort by Governor Edward G. Rendell, the U.S. Department of Agriculture (USDA) and the Pennsylvania Rural Development Council (PRDC).
		MONTROSE, Pa. -- State Agriculture Secretary Dennis Wolff told members of the Susquehanna County agricultural and conservation communities today that Governor Edward G. Rendell's plan to amend Act 72 will provide much-needed property tax relief to Pennsylvania farmers and homeowners.
	www.agriculture.state.pa.us /agriculture/site (218 words)

	Stephen F. Austin State University Agriculture Home Page
		The objective of the Department of Agriculture is the preparation of students for the exciting and challenging fields of modern agriculture.
		The faculty and staff are dedicated to the discovery and dissemination of new and existing knowledge related to agriculture and to the cultural, intellectual and academic development of students.
		While providing primarily undergraduate instruction, the department also provides general graduate studies in agriculture, public service, and research, with emphasis on regionally identifiable needs and concerns.
	ag.sfasu.edu (207 words)

	Maine Department of Agriculture
		The Maine Department of Agriculture, Food and Rural Resources is the State’s lead agency dealing with all aspects of the food system from the field to the table.
		The Department maintains a mission of fostering opportunities for the agriculture community and of promoting stewardship of Maine’s natural resources.
		Agriculture in the state has developed into a diverse industry.
	www.maine.gov /agriculture/index.shtml (312 words)

	Minnesota Department of Agriculture
		Our mission is to work toward a diverse agricultural industry that is profitable and environmentally sound; to protect public health and safety regarding food and agricultural products; and to ensure orderly commerce in agricultural and food products.
		Standards are enforced related to quality, condition, labeling, advertising and for the sanitation of premises, equipment and vehicles used in the sale, storage or distribution of foods and beverages.
		The Minnesota Department of Agriculture works to preserve and protect this important economic asset and lifestyle.
	www.mda.state.mn.us (498 words)

	South Dakota Department of Agriculture :: Welcome!
		The Department of Agriculture is responsible for the promotion and enhancement of South Dakota Agriculture, and for the implementation of a variety of state laws relating to agriculture.
		Agriculture news, background information on agricultural issues, tracking federal and state legislation
		Copyright © 2004 South Dakota Department of Agriculture ~ Photos courtesy of South Dakota Tourism
	www.state.sd.us /doa (140 words)

	Marketing Florida Agriculture
		Florida Agriculture Commissioner Charles H. Bronson and the Florida Agricultural Hall of Fame Foundation today announced the agricultural leaders who will be inducted into the Hall of Fame in February 2006.
		Florida Agriculture Commissioner Charles H. Bronson presented awards to three agricultural operations in recognition of their leadership in promoting progressive environmental practices.
		Florida beekeepers and packers are exploring the creation of a marketing cooperative to help the state’s honey industry survive the growing onslaught of cheap imported honey.
	www.fl-ag.com (156 words)

	Department of Agriculture
		Officials attending included Agriculture Commissioner Philip Prelli, Transportation Commissioner Stephen E. Korta, Erica Fearn, Executive Director of the Connecticut Farm Bureau, state and local media and others.
		The Bureau of Aquaculture is pleased to report that the oyster industry has been transplanting the 2004 oyster set this past spring and has continued this fall from the State Natural Seed Beds (after September 20th), the Housatonic Natural Bed (after October 20th), from the private commercial seed beds in the Quinnipiac River.
		The writing contest provides students with an opportunity to learn about agricultural risks, and to apply risk management tools to their program.
	www.ct.gov /doag/site/default.asp (393 words)

	Idaho State Department of Agriculture
		Agriculture continues to be one of Idaho’s leading economic engines, and the latest economic information backs up that statement.
		The story that number doesn’t tell is this: agriculture has a strong past, but an equally exciting future.
		And that hasn’t changed the fact that the agriculture industry continues to grow and prosper throughout Idaho.
	www.agri.state.id.us (340 words)

	WSDA - Washington State Department of Agriculture
		WSDA serves the people of Washington State by supporting the agricultural community and promoting consumer and environmental protection.
		Protect and reduce the risk to public health by ensuring the safety of the state's food supply.
		Protect Washington State's natural resources, agriculture industry, and the public from selected plant and animal pests and diseases.
	agr.wa.gov (81 words)

	INFO GATEWAY to the Department of Agriculture & Cooperation, Ministry of Agriculture, Govt. of India
		INFO GATEWAY to the Department of Agriculture and Cooperation, Ministry of Agriculture, Govt.
		Designed and Developed by NIC Cell, Department of Agriculture and Cooperation, Govt.
		The content of these websites are owned by the respective organizations and they may be contacted for any further information or suggestion.
	agricoop.nic.in (156 words)

	The website for the Kansas Department of Agriculture
		The solid foundation provided by the strength of our agency programs enables me, as secretary of agriculture, to effectively advocate for agriculture and our rural population.
		Currently, I am working with Governor Kathleen Sebelius and the Governor’s Rural Life Task Force to find ways to preserve, renew and sustain the value of rural Kansas in the economic and cultural life of Kansas.
		Agriculture is a multibillion dollar industry that touches the lives of every Kansan.
	www.ksda.gov (330 words)

	Fort Hays State University
		As one of six departments within the College of Health and Life Sciences (CHLS) at Fort Hays State University, the Department of Agriculture prepares students for careers in modern agriculture.
		The development of practical management skills, coupled with the teaching of current scientific methods, provides students with a desirable balance of application and theory.
		Graduates are well prepared to meet the future challenges that will take agriculture into the next century.
	www.fhsu.edu /agriculture (173 words)

	United States Department of Agriculture - Open Encyclopedia (Site not responding. Last check: 2007-10-06)
		United States Department of Agriculture - Open Encyclopedia
		1965 - Food and Agriculture Act PL 89-321
		1996 - Federal Agriculture Improvement and Reform Act PL 104-127
	open-encyclopedia.com /U.S._Department_of_Agriculture (600 words)

	Welcome to the Vermont Agency of Agriculture, Food&Markets Home Page
		The Administration Division oversees the operation of the Agency, and protects the interests of the consumer and the agricultural community in the state, the region and the nation.
		The Agricultural Development Division provides a leadership role in developing local, regional, national and international markets for Vermont products.
		seed and fertilizers, and administers the states agricultural water quality
	www.vermontagriculture.com (210 words)

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		The results of a survey of farmers indicate that agricultural theft and vandalism costs Hawaii farmers $11.4 million in 2004 alone.
		The Hawaii State Department of Agriculture (HDOA) has adopted the federal standardized premise registration system, matching with the USDA/National Animal Identification System (NAIS), to identify animal premises in the State.
		The e-newsletter updates the agriculture industry and other interested parties about the activities of the department.
	www.hawaiiag.org /hdoa (338 words)

	Western Illinois University - Department of Agriculture (Site not responding. Last check: 2007-10-06)
		Students majoring in Agriculture are provided with a broad education, including the physical, biological, and social sciences, as well as technical agriculture; they have the opportunity to participate in several student organizations.
		Twenty percent of the U.S. work force is employed in the production, marketing, transporting, processing, and distribution of farm-grown commodities, as well as in the manufacturing, sales, and service of the input of production.
		Authored and maintained by the Department of Agriculture
	www.wiu.edu /users/miag (97 words)

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