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The official seal of the United States Department of Agriculture features a shield with a sheaf of wheat and a plow, surrounded by a ring of stars and a rope border. The outer ring displays the department name and two banners with the years 1862 and 1889, along with the motto agriculture is the foundation of manufacture and commerce. certified organic USDA poster from the Dust Bowl era USDA MyPlate dietary guidelines Map of the National Mall area in Washington, D.C., highlighting major streets, metro stations, parks, government buildings, and prominent points of interest such as museums, memorials, and federal offices. Key landmarks include the Capitol, White House, Lincoln Memorial, Smithsonian museums, and the Washington Monument, with a numbered legend identifying each site. USDA MyPyramid dietary guidelines USDA Food Guide Pyramid

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Type Description Contributor Date
Department seal added. Sep 16, 2026
Corrected display issue. Mar 20, 2023
Add new Web site: Investopedia - United States Department of Agriculture (USDA). Apr 18, 2020
New article added. Mar 12, 2009
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