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The mission of the U.S. Department of Agriculture (USDA) is to provide leadership on food, agriculture, natural resources, rural development, nutrition, and related issues based on sound public policy, the best available science, and efficient management. USDA aims to ensure a safe, sufficient, and sustainable food supply, support rural communities, foster agricultural trade, protect natural resources, and promote good nutrition.?'"`UNIQ--ref-000000F7-QINU`"'?

1400 Independence Ave SW, Washington, DC 20250

$248.2 billion

The USDA provides a wide array of services including farm loans, conservation assistance, food safety inspections, agricultural research, nutrition assistance programs (like SNAP), rural development, forestry management, and international agricultural trade support. It engages in economic analysis, policy development, and regulatory oversight to support agriculture and food systems.?'"`UNIQ--ref-000000F8-QINU`"'?

USDA oversees numerous regulations related to food safety, animal and plant health, organic certification, conservation practices, agricultural marketing, and nutrition programs. This includes the enforcement of laws like the Federal Meat Inspection Act, the Poultry Products Inspection Act, and various farm program regulations under the Farm Bill. USDA also administers programs that set standards for agricultural commodities and products.?'"`UNIQ--ref-000000F9-QINU`"'?