…of the projects is being made possible through the National Clean Plant Network (NCPN). A total of $17.1 million has been allocated for projects in California. More than $4.5 million…
CDFA Announces Five CalAgPlate Grant Recipients
…and vegetables. The Olivewood Gardens and Learning Center was awarded $9,730 for the development of a job readiness program. The project is designed to encourage high school students to be…
Appropriations Bill Includes Support for Friant-Kern Canal Improvements
…conveyance system. The money will be directed to the Friant-Kern Canal Middle Reach Capacity Correction Project. “Since we began working to restore the Friant-Kern Canal’s capacity more than three years…
Wounded Warrior Project Partners with Farmer Veteran Coalition
The Wounded Warrior Project (WWP) will now be partnering with the Farmer Veteran Coalition (FVC) to provide funding support for veteran farming operations. FVC is one of the 12 new…
Still Time to Participate in the Annual Latino Farmer Conference
…Technology, and their project partner USDA-NRCS California. Listen to the radio report below. Still Time to Participate in the Annual Latino Farmer Conference About the Author Brian German Facebook Twitter…
Report Shows Strong Demand for Agricultural Graduates
…that COVID-19 has had on global economies. However, there is still an expectation for strong job prospects for agricultural graduates. “It was extremely challenging to project the success and perseverance…
USDA Awards More Than $14 Million to Protect Animal Health
…projects are focused on livestock biosecurity measures. Seven of the projects have a regional scope while 27 projects address state-specific concerns. A total of 12 projects focus on nationwide issues….
Real Organic Project Virtual Symposium to Begin in January
The Real Organic Project (ROP) is expanding its educational efforts in providing a series of informational videos. The ROP Virtual Symposium is set to kick off in January. The theme…
Week in Review: Another Low Water Allocation and Action Taken on Export Issues
The California Department of Water Resources recently announced another low initial water allocation for the State Water Project. At the behest of a broad array of industry organizations, the Federal…
Best Mushroom Growing Kits for the Beginning Gardner
…to grow them yourself? Even if you have a green thumb, or just want to make a fun project for the kids, there are growing kits that actually work and…
Low Initial Water Allocation Released for State Water Project Again
The California Department of Water Resources (DWR) has announced the initial water allocation for the State Water Project (SWP). It has been a slow start to the beginning of the…
Challenge Brought Against Proposed Del Puerto Canyon Reservoir
…the project. In a lawsuit filed on November 20, the plaintiffs assert that the project would negatively impact the habitat of several species. “The district’s plan to destroy this precious…
FarmLink Project Helps Farmers Get Food to Those in Need
A new project is helping to connect farmers with food banks. The FarmLink Project works with the agricultural community to get produce to distribution centers around the country. Food insecurity…
USDA Encourages Safe Food Handling on Thanksgiving
…(1-888-674-6854). The hotline will even be open on Thanksgiving Day between 8 a.m. to 2 p.m. Eastern Time. Food safety experts are also available to provide assistance online. About the…