On Thursday, the U.S. Department of Agriculture announced the launch of a pilot program to test online transactions using benefits through the Supplemental Nutrition Assistance Program (SNAP) benefits.

 Fifteen 4-H youth leaders from around the country visited with the House Agriculture Subcommittee on Biotechnology, Horticulture, and Research today, including Subcommittee Chairwoman Stacey Plaskett of the U.S. Virgin Islands

 House Agriculture Committee Chairman Collin C. Peterson of Minnesota announced the addition of two new Committee staff members Monday.