…carbon sequestration and help establish agricultural sustainability into the future.” The COMET-Planner tool has also been updated to include payment rates by USDA NRCS, which will eliminate the need to…
Tracking the Impact Water Regulations Have on Agricultural Land Values
…With some Groundwater Sustainability Plans been recently submitted for approval, surface water access will become an even more valuable asset as time goes on. There is significant concern among the…
Would Farmers Participate in a Carbon Trading System, Perdue Says “Absolutely”
…in the global effort to meet demand. We are committed as ever to the environmental sustainability and continued success, of America’s farmers, ranchers, foresters, and producers.” But what will happen…
USDA Unveils Agriculture Innovation Agenda
…as a leader in the global effort to meet demand. We are committed as ever to the environmental sustainability and continued success, of America’s farmers, ranchers, foresters, and producers.” The…
Ag Groups Excited about New Sustainable Farming Coalition
…a false narrative that’s haunted us for as long as I can remember.” The new coalition is committed to environmental and economic sustainability and will be a direct resource for…
Emma Chow Recognized for Conservation Excellence
…productivity and sustainability goals.” Chow began her career with NRCS in 2009 after graduating from California Polytechnic State University-San Luis Obispo. Since then, she has worked tirelessly to promote conservation….
Strong Demand, Leverage Shift Adds Optimism for Year Ahead
…is telling us. That means conversations about topics like traceability and sustainability only become more important as time goes on. We have to listen to the consumer and respond with…
Almond Update: Bee Friendly Farming Teaming Up With CASP
The California Almond Sustainability Program (CASP) will strengthen its honey bee health practices by furthering its relationship with the Pollinator Partnership. Bee Friendly Farming is a certification the partnership has…
Beef. It’s What’s For Dinner. New Ads Address Myths About Beef
New ads tackle the topics of health, sustainability and meat substitutes with the iconic brand’s unique personality and swagger (Beef Checkoff) — Beef. It’s What’s For Dinner., managed by the National…
More than 1,000 Attend Cattlemen’s College
…of protein products and sustainability for Golden State Foods, and Tryon Wickersham, Ph.D., associate professor at Texas State University, who spoke on “Sustainable Beef: Beyond What’s Possible. “During their presentation,…
Ag Groups Applaud New WOTUS Rule Definition
…WOTUS rule, which provides a sustainable national water policy that both protects the environment and facilitates smart economic development,” said Lara Moody, Vice President of Stewardship and Sustainability for the…
Almond Update: First GSA Plan Deadline for SGMA This Month
The first major deadline for the Sustainable Groundwater Management Act is January 31. Agencies for critically over-drafted basins will submit their sustainability plans to the state for consideration. Almond Board…
Eventful Year Ahead for U.S. Cotton
…Cotton Council (NCC), Dr. Gary Adams explained that the issue of sustainability will be a major point of emphasis for the year ahead. “That has been a focus of the…
California Almond Community Announces Five-Point Pollinator Protection Plan
…Sustainability Program’s (CASP) bee health module. The goal of this new partnership is to expand the number of almond farmers who provide a habitat for all pollinators on their farms….