Over the past two years, the Obama Administration and USDA have worked to build a foundation for sustainable economic growth in rural America. At the center of our vision is an effort to increase domestic production and use of renewable energy.

The rise of childhood obesity has placed the health of an entire generation at risk.

The food pyramid is very complicated. It doesn't give you as much info in a quick glance as the plate does.

President Obama has expressed his commitment to responsible stewardship of our land, water, and other natural resources. And one way of restoring the land to its natural condition is what we are doing here today - breaking pavement for the People's Garden.

Many young and beginning farmers start out in local markets. Some stay there, and some scale up.

Small businesses are the lifeblood of our economy.

A healthy workforce is essential to grow our state and compete in the global marketplace. These actions are important to improve the health security of Iowans by making healthcare more affordable and accessible.