…climate change which leads to the water shortage problem,” Luo said. Ashfeld, Luo, and Labrucherie discuss topics related to agricultural water use, western reliance on the Colorado River, the pros…
Farm Bureau Analysis: 2022 Crop Losses Top $21 Billion
The American Farm Bureau Federation estimates 2022 crop losses due to weather and climate change at more than $21.4 billion. The AFBF Market Intel analysis shows in 2022, 18 weather…
Budget Constraints Threaten Important Ag Incentive Programs
California budget constraints are coming at a time when farmers are working to meet ambitious climate goals. President and CEO of the Western Agricultural Processors Association (WAPA), Roger Isom said…
Cotton Trust Protocol Deadline
…Producers enrolled in the Trust Protocol are eligible to participate in the Climate Smart Cotton Program, which will provide technical and financial assistance to 1,650 U.S. cotton farmers with acres…
Western Water Supply Issues to be Addressed in New USDA Strategy
…producers and communities address pressing climate challenges and build resiliency for the future. Complemented by investments from the Inflation Reduction Act, USDA is utilizing this framework and all available tools…
FACA Farm Bill Priorities Heralded by Industry Members
The Food and Agriculture Climate Alliance (FACA) has released its 2023 Farm Bill Policy Recommendations. Developed by a 23-member steering committee, the FACA farm bill priorities are divided into several…
Conservation Reserve Program General Signup Opens February 27
…General CRP also includes a Climate-Smart Practice Incentive. The incentive helps reduce greenhouse gas emissions and increase carbon sequestration by establishing trees and permanent grasses. An announcement for Grassland CRP…
Executive Order to Keep More Water Supplies in the Delta
…promote resiliency in a changing climate,” Newsom states in the order. The executive order is intended to provide more flexibility to maximize the value of the state’s existing water supplies….
Details of Climate-Smart Agriculture Investments from IRA
…program here. IRA Funding for Climate-Smart Agriculture Biden-Harris Administration Announces Availability of Inflation Reduction Act Funding for Climate-Smart Agriculture Nationwide This additional funding will provide direct climate mitigation benefits and…
Inflation Reduction Act Adds Nearly $20 Billion to Support Conservation Programs
…the nation’s effort to address climate change, we’re using this funding to bolster our existing programs, maximize climate benefits, and foster other environmental benefits across the landscape.” Applications for the…
International Trade a Key Topic at Cattle Industry Convention
…during the Sustainability Forum, and hear an update on the beef business climate in the United States and around the globe. Annual meetings of the National Cattlemen’s Beef Association, the…
Specialty Crop Farm Bill Alliance Details 2023 Farm Bill Priorities
…markets. SCFBA also points out a need for increasing access to conservation programs and other initiatives that help to address climate goals. “We are proud to support the recommendations set…
Corn Growers Praise Biden Officials for Stance on Biotech Corn
…pressing climate and food security challenges.” NCGA President Tom Haag responded, “This is significant development and good news for corn growers.” Mexico announced in late 2020 a decree banning biotech…
Culver’s Thank You Farmers® Project Donations Surpass $4 Million
…fund agriculture education and leadership opportunities. Sustainability: building engagement around Culver’s commitment to supporting agriculture’s role in climate-smart solutions for our planet. Culver’s continued its support of the Decade…