01-10-2012, 06:52 PM
quote:Well, it appears we won't be needing to worry about it anytime soon. USDA will be closing the Hilo office.
Originally posted by Radiopeg
(Maybe they'll add this info to the Driver's license information and make a bigger file on us.) [] I am surprised with all the ag lots here, they aren't bugging us all.
The U.S. Department of Agriculture (USDA) must be built to meet the evolving needs of a 21st century agricultural economy, Agriculture Secretary Tom Vilsack said Monday in presenting USDA’s Blueprint for Stronger Service, a plan that helps producers continue to drive America’s economy by streamlining operations and cutting costs.
“The USDA, like families and businesses across the country, cannot continue to operate like we did 50 years ago,” Vilsack said. “We must innovate, modernize, and be better stewards of the taxpayers’ dollars. We must build on the record accomplishments of farm communities in 2011 with a stronger, more effective USDA in 2012 and beyond.”
The plan will affect the Big Island, as the Hilo hub is one of 43 area and sub offices slated to be closed.
http://www.hawaii247.com/2012/01/10/usda...lo-office/