The safety protocols implemented as a means of combating the spread of COVID-19 will complicate the plans for heat illness prevention. The requirement for wearing face-coverings while working will make …
Farm Credit Establishes Endowment Fund at Cal Poly San Luis Obispo
$255,000 donation will provide resources for student research projects related to agribusiness Agribusiness students at Cal Poly San Luis Obispo will have additional funding for student projects in the years …
Growing Climate Solutions Act Promotes Farmer Engagement with Carbon Market
The bipartisan Growing Climate Solutions Act that was recently introduced is aimed at addressing climate change concerns by supporting more participation in carbon markets. The bill would establish a certification …
The Paycheck Protection Program Gets More Flexibility
Last week President Donald Trump signed legislation that will bring some significant changes to the Paycheck Protection Program (PPP). The amendment bill was passed by the Senate earlier in the …
CSP Explained: Building Upon Existing Conservation Plans
Many California producers already have a conservation plan established for their operation, which serves as a starting point for many assistance programs offered by the Natural Resources Conservation Service (NRCS). …
CSP Explained: Organic Stewardship Mirrors Program Goals
Many aspects of organic stewardship represent the core focus of the Conservation Stewardship Program (CSP) from the Natural Resources Conservation Service (NRCS). Organic growers may find that because of some …
First CFAP Payments Issued by USDA
The first payments for farmers and ranchers have been issued through the Coronavirus Food Assistance Program (CFAP). U.S. Secretary of Agriculture Sonny Perdue announced that CFAP payments totaling more than …
Making Sense of Biologicals: What Are They?
‘Making Sense of Biologicals’ is a new series from AgNet West that will dive into various topics with unbiased experts in the field of biologics to help the industry better …
Water Board Seeks to Fund 26 New Personnel Through Increased Fees
The State Water Resources Control Board has submitted Budget Change Proposals requesting 26 additional positions to be added to multiple programs and projects. The request from the Water Board is …
CSP Explained: Understanding the Differences Between EQIP and CSP
The Conservation Stewardship Program (CSP) is one of several programs available from USDA’s Natural Resources Conservation Service (NRCS) that assists farmers and ranchers expand their conservation activities. Area Forester for …
CAWG Foundation Awards $30,000 in Student Scholarships
The California Association of Winegrape Growers (CAWG) Foundation has awarded $30,000 in college scholarships to six students. The scholarships are awarded annually to students whose parent or legal guardian is …
Legislation Seeks to Address San Joaquin Valley Canals
New legislation was recently introduced that will address several issues facing San Joaquin Valley Canals. The Restoration of Essential Conveyance Act was introduced by Senator Dianne Feinstein as a means …
UC ANR Getting Creative with Diversifying Funding Support
The University of California Agriculture and Natural Resources (UC ANR) is continuing work to help diversify funding support for a variety of different programs and initiatives. Budget constraints over the …
USDA Approves $2.5 Million for California Water Investments
The U.S. Department of Agriculture (USDA) has announced that it will be providing more than $2.5 million for California water investments through the Water and Waste Disposal Loan and Grant …