…Research Program is part of California Climate Investments which uses Cap-and-Trade funds to reduce greenhouse gas emissions. The California Budget Act of 2022 allocates $9.5 million to support demonstration trials…
Applications for Innovation Grants Due October 30
…emissions, a potent greenhouse gas,” NRCS Chief Terry Cosby said in a press release. “Science and innovation are the keys to helping farmers, ranchers and forest landowners succeed in the…
Ag Market Growth Ahead
…greenhouse, nursery, and flowers sectors is anticipated to reach $726.96 billion by 2027, showcasing a Compound Annual Growth Rate (CAGR) of 9.5%. Listen to Sabrina Halvorson’s This Land Of Ours…
Conservation Project Supported by USDA Grant of $90 Million
…implementation of climate-smart practices. Project priorities also include advancing greenhouse gas Measurement, Monitoring, Reporting, and Verification (MMRV), and supporting producer participation in resulting markets. A formal call for proposals is…
Fuel Prices Surge as Heat Hits Refinery Output
Gas prices are rising once again. That’s coming up on This Land of Ours. Photo by Evergreens and Dandelions on Unsplash The nation’s average gasoline price soared 16.5 cents in…
USDA Investing in Urban Agriculture
The USDA is investing in urban agriculture. That’s coming up on This Land of Ours. Greenhouse-Urban Farming-Double Reach Rows USDA announced a series of investments that will increase market access…
Getting Free Assistance with AMMP Application and Implementation
…the implementation of non-digester manure management practices. The aim is to reduce overall greenhouse gas emissions in California. The University of California Division of Agriculture and Natural Resources (UC ANR)…
USDA Requests Input on GHG Measurement Plans
The USDA wants the public’s opinion on greenhouse gas (GHG) emissions. That’s coming up on This Land of Ours. Direct Emissions From Beef Cattle Only 2% of Total U.S. Greenhouse…
Methane Emission Reduction Grants Available for Dairy and Livestock Producers
…of 2022 has allocated $48 million for livestock methane reduction, with an additional $20 million specifically for AMMP through the Greenhouse Gas Reduction Fund. AMMP will have approximately $20.9 million…
Lab-Grown Meat Carbon Footprint Potentially Greater than Retail Beef
…assessment of the energy needed and greenhouse gases emitted in all stages of production and compared that with beef. One of the current challenges with lab-grown meat is the use…
EPA to Recommend Delaying Electric Vehicles Biofuel Program
…the White House will review the EPA’s final rule. The plan would have given EV automakers credits for charging vehicles using power generated from natural gas or methane. The threat…
EIA Expects Less Electricity Demand this Summer
…less electricity demand this summer, more electricity will be generated from renewable sources and natural gas throughout 2023. EIA forecasts this summer will see the second-most U.S. natural gas consumption…
Climate-Smart Commodities Initiative Begins Implementation
…the front lines of climate change. At the same time, they are uniquely positioned to deliver climate solutions through climate-smart production that reduces greenhouse gas emissions and sequesters carbon,” Agriculture…
Natural Gas May Get More Expensive in the Future
…as the energy transition accelerates and European markets respond to recent supply constraints. Rising U.S. exports of liquefied natural gas, fewer opportunities for fuel switching between coal and gas, and…