…we’ve had a wet winter and kind of an extended spring. We know the foothills are loaded, we know the roadside weeds are growing, and you’re going to see those…
Nearly Half of Annual Water Use Reports Still Need to be Filed
…may be liable for a violation in the amount of $500 dollars for each day in which the violation occurs.” Despite the deadline passing, corrective action may help to avoid…
USDA Reminds Producers of Approaching Marketing Assistance Loan Deadlines
Image by DESPIERRES from Pixabay May 31 Deadline for Feed Grains, Upland Cotton, Soybeans and Minor Oilseeds U.S. Department of Agriculture (USDA) Farm Service Agency (FSA) Administrator Richard Fordyce reminds…
CVP Allocation Increased to 70% for South-of-Delta Contractors
…2 contractors has now been extended to Friday, June 14. As part of the updated CVP allocation for South-of-Delta contractors, the Bureau highlighted the ongoing challenges in providing more water…
Nomination Deadline Nears for 2019 California Leopold Conservation Award
The deadline is coming up to make nominations for the 2019 California Leopold Conservation Award. The prestigious honor, which consists of $10,000 and a crystal award, is presented by the…
U.S. Beef Gains Full Access to Japan
…and younger. In February 2013, Japan extended access to include beef and beef products from cattle less than 30 months of age. In April 2017, Japan eliminated its age-based BSE…
Last Day to Apply for Conservation Stewardship Program is May 10
…disclose any participation in other NRCS management practices in the past to be competitive in the application process. Those looking to apply by the May 10 deadline are encouraged to…
NCBA Welcomes Legislation Aimed to Help Livestock Haulers
…a trailer – especially in very hot or cold weather – for extended periods of time. This bill recognizes the unique needs of livestock haulers, and we are grateful for…
Farm City Newsday Tuesday, 04-30-19
…economic gain, how to prepare for water standards of the Produce Safety Rule, and an update to the Market Facilitation Program deadline which eligible producers might want to know about….
Deadline Extended for Producers to Certify 2018 Crop Production for MFP Payments
USDA extended the deadline to May 17 from May 1 for agricultural producers to certify 2018 crop production for payments through the Market Facilitation Program (MFP), which helps producers who…
Last Chance to Comment on OTA GRO Organic Initiative
The deadline for submitting comments on the Organic Trade Association’s GRO Organic Initiative is Tuesday, April 30. OTA is encouraging industry members to provide ideas and feedback on the proposed…
Time Running Out to Submit CSP Applications
…maybe EQIP. The Environmental Quality Incentives program is something that can help you get ready.” CSP applications will need to be submitted by the deadline, then the process of determining…
State Trade Expansion Program Deadline Approaches
California officials are currently accepting proposals for the California State Trade Expansion Program (STEP). The program is a federally funded grant opportunity that is made possible through the U.S. Small…
Conservation Stewardship Program Applications Due by May 10
…2019 funding will need to submit an application to a local NRCS office by the May 10 deadline. There have been some improvements made to the Conservation Stewardship Program as…