Blog Posts

Loans and grants to support business expansion, create jobs and increase economic opportunities in rural communities. Read more »

I’ve been using my position on the Appropriations Committee to raise awareness about the impact that Lyme and other tick-borne diseases are having in the First District, and the urgency of devoting more resources to research and prevention efforts. Read more »

Companies want to keep consumers in dark about GMO foods Read more »

USDA Announces Availability of Loans and Grants to Support Rural Economic Development Revolving loans, micro-lending help create jobs, spark business expansion, increase rural manufacturing  May 20, 2014 – Agriculture Secretary Tom Vilsack today announced that the Department is accepting applications for loans and grants to support community development… Read more »