USDA Agricultural Marketing Service

The USDA Agricultural Marketing Service (AMS) is a branch of the U.S. Department of Agriculture that helps farmers, producers, and consumers by ensuring fair marketing practices. It oversees standards for grading and labeling agricultural products, manages market news reports, and supports local and national markets. AMS also develops programs to improve product quality, facilitate trade, and promote transparency in the food supply chain. Its goal is to create fair competition, maintain product quality, and help consumers make informed choices by providing reliable information and services related to agricultural products.