The term Cabinet Dept. Since 1889 refers to the United States Department of Agriculture (USDA), which was established in 1889 and is part of the President's Cabinet. The USDA is responsible for developing and executing federal laws related to farming, forestry, and food. It also provides leadership on food, agriculture, natural resources, rural development, nutrition, and related issues. The three-letter acronym for the USDA is AGR.