Fifth-generation sheep rancher from Orland was honored as the California Cattlemen’s Association Livestock Man of the Year for his contributions to the sheep industry and his leadership roles in various …
Christmas Tree Industry Faces Climate and Economic Challenges
The U.S. Christmas tree industry is a vital and resilient sector, providing about $2.5 billion in annual revenue, according to Justin Whitehill, assistant professor at North Carolina State University and …
USDA Invests $265 Million to Conserve 335,000 Acres of Forestlands
The U.S. Department of Agriculture’s Forest Service has announced a $265 million investment to conserve nearly 335,000 acres of ecologically and economically significant forestlands nationwide. This effort, funded by President …
USDA Announces Investment to Conserve Forestlands Nationwide
The U.S. Department of Agriculture’s (USDA) Forest Service has committed over $265 million to conserve nearly 335,000 acres of important forestlands across 17 states. This investment, supported by President Biden’s …
California Unveils New Tools to Track Wildfire Resilience Progress
The Governor’s Wildfire and Forest Resilience Task Force, along with the California Department of Forestry and Fire Protection (CAL FIRE), launched several new tools this month to track the state’s …
Study: Wildfire Smoke Cuts Nut Production in California Orchards
Long-term exposure to smoke from wildfires can significantly reduce the energy reserves of orchard trees and slash nut production by up to 50%, according to researchers at the University of …
$31 Million in Grants Awarded to Improve California’s Urban Forests
The California Department of Forestry and Fire Protection (CAL FIRE) and the USDA Forest Service have announced nearly $31 million in grant funds through the 2024 Inflation Reduction Act. These …
Smokey Bear Through the Decades
Smokey Bear through the decades. That’s coming up on This Land of Ours. A new public service video salutes our nation’s symbol for wildfire prevention for eighty years of service. …
Additional Benefits of Nature
We may benefit more from nature than previously thought. That’s coming up on This Land of Ours. Trees and green spaces may do more for us than just helping clean …
Western Wildfires Increase
There’s been even more wildfire activity in the west this year, but why? That’s coming up on This Land of Ours. Several areas of the West have experienced an increase …
Catastrophic Losses Ahead After Texas Wildfires
Catastrophic losses from the Texas wildfires. That’s coming up on This Land of Ours. Texas Ag Commissioner Sid Miller announced his agency’s commitment to providing support to the state’s producers …
Nature Connects Us Campaign Launches
A new campaign to connect us to nature. That’s coming up on This Land of Ours. The National Forest Foundation and USDA’s Forest Service Monday announced the launch of “Nature …
USDA Investing in Western Wildfire Reduction
USDA is investing more money into reducing wildfire risks in California and other Western states. Gary Crawford has more in This Land of Ours. The USDA is investing another half …
Theory of Christmas Tree Tradition
How did the tradition of the Christmas tree get started? Gary Crawford has one of several possible theories coming up on This Land of Ours. No one knows for sure …