USDA supports the safe and appropriate use of science and technology, including biotechnology, to help meet agricultural challenges and consumer needs of the 21st century. USDA plays a key role in assuring that products produced using biotechnology are safe to be grown and used in the United States. Once these products enter commerce, USDA supports bringing these and other products to the worldwide marketplace.
A collection of resources related to forests and forestry, including research and development, assistance programs, and the Healthy Forests Initiative.
A one-stop location for laws and regulations resources. Learn about labeling and packaging, food distribution, organic certification, and patents and licensing.
A collection of resources for environment and natural resource related topics, including forests and forestry, conservation, and recycling and waste management.
USDA administers farm commodity and conservation programs. It also makes loans to farmers and ranchers who are unable to obtain conventional credit. USDA reaches out to people, especially the underserved, who can benefit from its programs and services.