USDA cracking down on "organic" claims
The Agriculture Department is rolling out sweeping new guidelines that it says will help stamp out fraud and protect organic integrity throughout the supply chain. Correspondent Nikki Battiste reports.
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USDA to crack down on organic food label fraud
The stricter guidelines will give consumers confidence that their products are certified organic, the CEO of the Organic Trade Association said.
U.S. to crack down on organic food fraud
The USDA has released new guidelines for organic food labels in order to crack down on fraud and boost oversight amid a surge of popularity in the organic food market. Nikki Battiste has the details.
Egg prices have soared 60% in a year. Here's why.
Egg costs are soaring as Americans' eating habits change and as a deadly disease wipes out millions of birds.
Chicken sold at Costco recalled because it may contain plastic
About 148,000 pounds of Foster Farms chicken patties were shipped to the retailer's distribution centers in five states.
Missouri governor warns of spreading drought's impact on farm families
Gov. Mike Parson, a farmer himself, declared a drought alert in a bid to get state agencies to "lessen the impact," as families face "really tough decisions."
How the environmental movement won with acid rain
Scientists and policymakers turned what once was considered a "serious environmental problem" into a success story.
Cases of highly pathogenic bird flu detected in Delaware and Michigan
The CDC said the avian flu viruses don't typically infect humans.
U.S. lifts ban on avocados imported from Mexico
The decision comes after the USDA said one of its employees was threatened, prompting a halt in imports of the fruit from Mexico.
Supply chain disruptions impact school lunch programs
The U.S. school lunch system is feeling the impact of the nation's supply chain disruptions. Shipping bottlenecks and labor shortages are limiting resources for school districts across the country. The rising cost of goods, coupled with the limited availability of products, are creating issues for millions of vulnerable students. Many of these kids rely on school lunches for a majority of their daily nutritional intake. Jeremy West, director of partnerships and engagement for the Urban School Food Alliance, joins CBSN to discuss.
Food stamps set for historic boost in October
The 42 million Americans on food stamps will get a 27% bump on average — the biggest ever for the federal program.
Food security among U.S. children rising
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1 million farm and food workers could get $600 bonuses from U.S.
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Black-owned farms in the U.S. are disappearing fast
"I think discrimination is still pervasive. I think that it's done in a much subtler way," one Black farmer said.
Food stamps to get permanent increase of more than 25%
The Biden administration is overhauling the basic formula for food aid, adding $19 billion in annual costs to the program.
Report finds federal agencies fall short on cybersecurity
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Black farmers have their debt-relief funding halted
A Florida judge is the latest to block funding designed to help Black farmers pay off their longstanding USDA loans.
Black farmers face new obstacle
A federal program created by the Biden administration to reverse a long-standing history of economic discrimination against Black farmers is on hold. Advocates said the loan forgiveness program is an opportunity to help thousands who have been disadvantaged by decades of unfair treatment, but a conservative law firm in Wisconsin argued it was unconstitutional because White farmers aren't eligible. Natalie Baszile, author of "We Are Each Other's Harvest: Celebrating African American Farmers, Land, and Legacy," joins CBSN to discuss.
White farmers seeking loan forgiveness sue U.S. government
Midwestern farmers allege they can't participate in a COVID-19 loan forgiveness program "solely due to their race."
Feds drop Trump plan to cut food stamps for 700,000 Americans
U.S. Department of Agriculture said it is abandoning efforts to tighten work requirements for food stamps.
Black-owned farms decreasing in the U.S.
U.S. Department of Agriculture nominee Tom Vilsack faces criticism from Black farmers for not doing enough under the Obama administration to address systemic racism in farming. Meanwhile, the number of Black-owned farms in the U.S. continues to decline. Founder and president of the National Black Farmers Association, John W. Boyd Jr., joins CBSN's Tanya Rivero to discuss his experience and why he has hope for the Justice for Black Farmers Act.
Democrats debate direction of the USDA
The person President-elect Joe Biden selects to lead the U.S. Department of Agriculture will oversee farming policy as well as programs like food stamps and nutrition services. Congressman James Clyburn of South Carolina has thrown his support behind Rep. Marcia Fudge of Ohio, leader of the Nutrition and Oversight Subcommittee on the House Agriculture Committee. CBSN political contributor and Democratic strategist Antjuan Seawright joins CBSN with analysis.
Trump stripping protections from "last climate sanctuary" in U.S.
"While tropical rainforests are the lungs of the planet, the Tongass is the lungs of North America," one scientist said.
Judge blocks Trump plan to cut food stamps for 700,000 adults
Judge Beryl A. Howell said the Trump administration was "icily silent" on the impact of such cuts during the pandemic.
COVID-19 has led to rising levels in food insecurity in U.S.
Studies show that food insecurity has doubled overall and tripled among families with children due to the pandemic.
House Ethics Committee will keep Matt Gaetz report under wraps — for now
The panel's ranking Democrat, Rep. Susan Wild, said there was "no consensus" on the issue and the committee agreed to reconvene on Dec. 5.
Russia hits back after Ukraine's strike using U.S. long-range missiles
Dnipro appeared to bear the brunt of Moscow's first retaliatory strike after Ukraine fired U.S.-made missiles into Russia, but it's unclear what weapons Russia used.
How could the U.S. military be used for Trump's mass deportation plan?
Trump signaled this week that he would enlist the help of the U.S. military for his massive deportation operation.
Bryan Kohberger can face death penalty if convicted, judge rules
Bryan Kohberger is charged with four counts of first degree murder in the 2022 stabbing deaths of four University of Idaho students.
4 Trump Cabinet picks have sexual misconduct allegations in their past
Four men chosen by President-elect Donald Trump for top positions have been accused of varying degrees of sexual misconduct.
Former Dallas police officer Amber Guyger ordered to pay nearly $100 million in civil trial
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Are food recalls and outbreaks on the rise?
The FDA says America's food supply is still "one of the safest in the world," despite some recent high-profile recalls and outbreaks.
American among 4 tourists dead after drinking tainted booze in Laos
The American died in the tourist town of Vang Vieng, Laos, the State Department confirmed.
Chris Stapleton wins 4 CMAs but Morgan Wallen named entertainer of the year
Chris Stapleton took home four Country Music Association Awards and hardly left the stage on Wednesday night, while an absent Morgan Wallen won the night's biggest prize, entertainer of the year.
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Capitol rioter with "kill list" convicted of plot to murder FBI agents
Edward Kelley distributed a "kill list" and videos containing images of FBI employees to another person as part of his "mission," prosecutors say.
Justice Department calls for breakup of Google and sale of Chrome
The proposed breakup calls for Google to sell its industry-leading Chrome web browser and impose restrictions designed to prevent its Android smartphone software from favoring its search engine.
Are food recalls and outbreaks on the rise?
The FDA says America's food supply is still "one of the safest in the world," despite some recent high-profile recalls and outbreaks.
How collecting pine cones helps renew Oregon forests after wildfires
Conservationists are teaming up with the U.S. Forest Service and logging companies to clear scorched land and make room for new reforestation projects.
U.S. indicts Indian billionaire Gautam Adani in $265 million bribery scheme
Gautam Adani, one of the world's richest people, is accused of concealing that a solar energy project was being facilitated by an alleged $265 million bribery scheme.
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Justice Department calls for breakup of Google and sale of Chrome
The proposed breakup calls for Google to sell its industry-leading Chrome web browser and impose restrictions designed to prevent its Android smartphone software from favoring its search engine.
Are food recalls and outbreaks on the rise?
The FDA says America's food supply is still "one of the safest in the world," despite some recent high-profile recalls and outbreaks.
Sheetz is cutting gas prices by 40 cents a gallon before Thanksgiving
As millions of Americans get ready to hit the road ahead of the Thanksgiving holiday, Sheetz is offering a deal on fuel.
Reddit is down for many users, reports say. Here's what to know.
Reddit says it's investigating after users on Wednesday reported problems connecting to the online forum.
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Analysis: Election conspiracies persist, even with different outcomes
Conspiracies persist, although it is effectively impossible to steal a major election in the United States.
How could the U.S. military be used for Trump's mass deportation plan?
Trump signaled this week that he would enlist the help of the U.S. military for his massive deportation operation.
House Ethics Committee will keep Matt Gaetz report under wraps
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4 Trump administration picks have sexual misconduct allegations in their past
Four men chosen by President-elect Donald Trump for top positions have been accused of varying degrees of sexual misconduct.
Here's what experts say about the chances of another stimulus check
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Are food recalls and outbreaks on the rise?
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McDonald's pulls espresso drinks from some U.S. menus
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Florida Gov. DeSantis' Canadian drug import plan goes nowhere after FDA approval
Florida sued the FDA over what it said was a "reckless delay" in approving its drug importation plan. Now, nearly a year after the FDA gave the state the green light, the program has yet to begin.
As "walking pneumonia" spreads, ER visits surge for sick babies
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Trump taps Dr. Mehmet Oz to lead key Medicare and Medicaid agency
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Russia hits back after Ukraine's strike using U.S. long-range missiles
Dnipro appeared to bear the brunt of Moscow's first retaliatory strike after Ukraine fired U.S.-made missiles into Russia, but it's unclear what weapons Russia used.
American among 4 tourists dead after drinking tainted booze in Laos
The American died in the tourist town of Vang Vieng, Laos, the State Department confirmed.
U.S. indicts Indian billionaire Gautam Adani in $265 million bribery scheme
Gautam Adani, one of the world's richest people, is accused of concealing that a solar energy project was being facilitated by an alleged $265 million bribery scheme.
Giraffes need endangered species protection, U.S. officials say
The U.S. Fish and Wildlife Service has proposed new protections for giraffes, saying their populations are threatened by poaching, habitat loss and climate change.
3 police officers, 4 cartel suspects killed near U.S. border
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Chris Stapleton wins 4 CMAs but Morgan Wallen named entertainer of the year
Chris Stapleton took home four Country Music Association Awards and hardly left the stage on Wednesday night, while an absent Morgan Wallen won the night's biggest prize, entertainer of the year.
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Justice Department calls for breakup of Google and sale of Chrome
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Deepfakes of Elon Musk contribute to billions in fraud losses
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"Rust" movie premieres in Poland
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