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The United States Department of Agriculture (USDA), also known as the Agriculture Department, is the U.S. federal executive department responsible for developing and executing federal laws related to farming, forestry, 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 internationally.
Covers initiatives that support data collection, statistical analysis, and evidence-based decision-making across public and private sectors.
Includes initiatives aimed at reducing environmental pollution and improving the collection, treatment, and disposal of waste.