Small Business Toolbox

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The United States Department of Agriculture The United States Department of Agriculture’s (USDA) mission is to enhance the quality of life for the American people by supporting production of agriculture. Through its agencies that are listed below, the USDA works with farmers to ensure that the quality of food available to U.S. consumers meets established standards. The USDA also regulates food safety, including food production, packaging and distribution facilities.
  • United States Department of Agriculture
    08/18/2004
    Contact information for the USDA and links to several agencies that deal with small-business owners and their needs within the USDA.
  • Food Safety Inspection Service
    08/18/2004
    The Food Safety and Inspection Service is responsible for monitoring U.S. meat, poultry and egg products, ensuring that they are safe, wholesome and packaged and labeled correctly.
  • Animal and Plant Health Inspection Service
    08/18/2004
    The Animal and Plant Health Inspection Service (APHIS) is responsible for promoting U.S. agricultural health by protecting animals and plants from dangerous pests and diseases.
  • Grain Inspection, Packers and Stockyards Administration
    08/18/2004
    The Grain Inspection, Packers and Stockyards Administration oversees the marketing of livestock, poultry, meat, cereals, oilseeds and related agricultural products.
  • Food and Nutrition Service
    08/18/2004
    The Food and Nutrition Service regulates the food stamp program, the Women, Infants and Children program and the Farmers' Market Nutrition Program.