APHIS in Action

Last Modified: October 04, 2024

Every day, APHIS works to protect the health and value of America's agricultural and natural resources. These articles tell a story about how we are tackling some of the biggest issues facing U.S. agriculture and natural resources today.

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Enhancing Food Safety and Security in Africa through Strong Partnerships
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Deputy Administrator Cheryle Blakely speaks at the ProgRESSVet training meeting in Nairobi Kenya earlier this summer.
USDA’s Snail Study Benefits From Collective Efforts

Scientists’ Survey and Control Methods Target Invasive Land Snails

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Five Federal Employees in field recording the number snails trapped.

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USDA’s Biological Control Helps Manage Plant Pests Then and Now
PPQ Technician collects leafy spurge flea beetles and root/stem beetles in field.
Battling Bad Bugs: How APHIS is Saving Your Favorite Fruits and Veggies!

APHIS has teamed up with agricultural officials in Texas and California to step up its fight against a surge of invasive fruit fly species. 

APHIS fruit fly surveyor
USDA’s Native American-Serving Institutions Internship Program

Students get valuable, first-hand experience in APHIS work and gain insights into working for a Federal agency.

Mentor and student intern stand together at sunset to discuss the day
APHIS Drives Research to Combat Chronic Wasting Disease

The threat of Chronic Wasting Disease (CWD) looms over the populations of deer, elk, moose, reindeer, and muntjacs across North America. 

Close up of a brown deer in a field.
South Korea Grants Market Access to Texas Grapefruit

The market is worth $5 million annually.

closeup image of the fruit on an orange tree with a blurred image of a white outdoor dining table with chairs
USDA Supports States’ Yellow-Legged Hornet Hunters and Pollinator Health

Robust surveys and public reports underpin eradication efforts.

yellow legged hornet

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