…pieces of equipment.” Researchers have understood that pests within plant material and soil are being moved around by equipment for quite some time. However, Swett notes that the issue is…
Pollinator Habitat Program Now Accepting Grant Applications
…species besides pollinators. Co-benefits of supporting pollinator habitat through grant projects include improving soil health. Resource Conservation Districts, educational institutions, non-profits, and Native American Indian Tribes are all eligible for…
Almond Update: New Grant Program to Promote Conservation Practices
…for applying for one of the CDFA programs or going to NRCS. Now you’d have a good idea, a starting point, for where to start your application with them.” CAPGP…
AgNet News Hour: Tuesday, 09-06-22
…plan from NRCS and a visit from Secretary Haaland proves necessary for continued federal cooperation. Tune in to the show for these news stories, interviews, features, and more. Listen to…
Weed Management Technology Survey Seeking Grower Feedback
…overall grower interest. “In terms of the environmental factors, it’s going to ask for soil type, soil moisture, production size. But then also what specific types of autonomous weed control…
Almond Update: Grant Supports Growers in Improving Pollinator Health
…Conservation Service’s (NRCS) Regional Conservation Partnership Program will enable continued efforts to improve pollinator habitat and forage within agriculture. Chief Scientific Officer for the Almond Board of California (ABC) Josette…
USDA Invests $15 Million in Conservation Innovation Grants
…to address issues of water, air, and soil quality in agricultural production. “The challenges that farmers and ranchers face require innovative solutions to support their continued ability to produce the…
AgNet News Hour: Thursday, 08-25-22
Get the latest agriculture news in today’s AgNet News Hour, hosted by Danielle Leal. Today’s show covers a soil health case study detailing the value and benefits of cover cropping…
Almond Update: Soil Health Case Study Details Value of Cover Cropping
A new soil health case study from the Almond Board of California (ABC) highlights the value and benefits of cover cropping. The study details the cover crop practices implemented by…
Application Period Open for Grazing Lands Conservation Initiative
Up to $12 million will be invested in the Grazing Lands Conservation Initiative (GLCI) from the U.S. Department of Agriculture. The Natural Resources Conservation Service (NRCS) will be accepting proposals…
COVER Act Seeks to Further Incentivize Cover Crop Implementation
…Program. USDA would also be authorized to evaluate the potential of implementing other premium subsidies for other soil health practices. “The COVER Act is a game-changer policy that will help…
Almond Update: Less Than a Month Left to Apply for Seeds for Bees
…get in your applications on time, and all get a chance to get awarded.” Several different cover crop mixes are available, designed to address priorities such as improving soil health…
USDA Taking Applications for On-Farm Conservation Innovation Trials
…on collaboration between NRCS and project partners. A central feature of trial projects is the ability to evaluate the effects that the conservation approaches have. NRCS uses information gathered through…
Specialty Crop Producers to Receive Food Safety Assistance from USDA
…existing plans. Food safety certification and upload fees are also eligible expenses. FSCSC will also cover training, along with microbiological testing for products, soil amendments and water. Payments to be…