Production & Sustainability

America’s agricultural producers and exporters are passionate about providing safe, wholesome, and affordable food and farm products to consumers around the world. Embracing science and innovation makes it possible for them to help meet global demand, keep food affordable, and ensure that it is produced in the ways that are most sustainable – both environmentally and economically. At the links below and to the right, you can learn more about American agriculture’s commitment to quality, safety, environmental stewardship, science, and sustainability – and about the U.S. infrastructure that supports this.

In addition, FAS's international offices track and report on other countries' policies, initiatives, and activities that relate to agricultural production, sustainability, technology adoption, and related areas. Get the latest updates in the Data and Analysis section below.

Animal and Plant Health

https://www.aphis.usda.gov/

Biotechnology

https://www.usda.gov/topics/biotechnology

Conservation

https://www.nrcs.usda.gov/

https://www.farmers.gov/conserve

Farm Practices and Management

https://www.ers.usda.gov/topics/farm-practices-management/

Food Safety

https://www.fsis.usda.gov/

https://www.fda.gov/food

Grading and Standards

https://www.ams.usda.gov/grades-standards

Organics

Trade - https://www.fas.usda.gov/commodities/organic-products

Production and Certification - https://www.usda.gov/topics/organic

Sustainability

https://www.usda.gov/oce/sustainability

https://thesustainabilityalliance.us/

Data and Analysis

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Attaché Report (GAIN)

Egypt: Egypt Publishes Regulations on Genetically Modified Foods or Their Components

On January 4, 2026, Egypt’s National Food Safety Authority published Decision No. 1/2025, regarding the rules regulating the handling of genetically modified foods or their components. The regulations take effect the day after publication, with a six-month grace period for compliance.
Attaché Report (GAIN)

Tanzania: Biotechnology and Other New Production Technologies Annual

Tanzania enforces strict liability provisions under its 2009 Biosafety Regulations, effectively prohibiting the importation and commercialization of genetically engineered products.
Attaché Report (GAIN)

European Union: EU Commission Authorises and Renews Four GE Crops for Import

On December 16, 2025, the European Commission approved four genetically engineered crops (2 maize, 1 soybean and 1 rapeseed) for food and animal feed. The four authorizations were published in the European Union’s Official Journal on December 18, 2025, and remain valid for 10 years.

News and Features

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Stakeholder Notice

Applications Open for Research Funding Through the USDA FAS Sustainable Packaging Innovation Lab to Assist Fresh Produce Exporters

The U.S. Department of Agriculture’s Foreign Agricultural Service has launched the $10 million Sustainable Packaging Innovation Lab as part of the Assisting Specialty Crop Exports initiative. The application period is open for this new funding opportunity, and awards will range from $50,000 to $250,000 for research, scale, and commercialization applications that support U.S. exporters through innovative packaging solutions.
News Release

USDA Invests $466.5 Million in Food Assistance, Agricultural Development Projects Worldwide

USDA will provide $466.5 million in FY 2024 funding to strengthen global food security through the McGovern-Dole and Food for Progress programs, Secretary Vilsack announced today.
Feature

Earth Day 2024: Sustainably Cultivating the Future

As the U.S. Department of Agriculture celebrates Earth Day 2024 with communities across the nation and around the globe, we have an exciting opportunity to highlight the activities, tools and resources of the USDA International Climate Hub.