The Department of Water Resources (DWR) is awarding funding support for six projects to address the impact of the Sustainable Groundwater Management Act (SGMA). A total of $26 million in…
CA, AZ Opt-in to Incentivize Fruits and Veggies Through WIC
…the program. USDA is increasing that amount to a flat $35 a month for all participants. The increase will be funded through the American Rescue Plan Act of 2021. USDA is…
Fruits and Vegetable Purchases Incentivized with American Rescue Plan
…of fruits and vegetables. With $490 million provided by the American Rescue Plan Act of 2021, USDA has offered states, tribal nations and territories the option of boosting the cash-value…
Legislation Is First Step Toward Establishing Viable Carbon Markets
The Growing Climate Solutions Act of 2021 is being described as an important first step for getting farmers more involved in viable carbon markets. It would create a certification program…
SGMA Assistance Bill Moving Through Legislative Process
Assembly Bill 350 seeks to help farmers and ranchers navigate the implementation of the Sustainable Groundwater Management Act (SGMA). The SGMA assistance bill would provide funding for technical support for…
Reintroduction of Growing Climate Solutions Act Praised By Ag Groups
After being reintroduced in Congress, the Growing Climate Solutions Act is receiving significant support from the agriculture industry. The bill was introduced by Senators Debbie Stabenow, Mike Braun, Lindsey Graham,…
USDA Seeking Comment on Rural Renewable Energy Pilot Program
…by the Consolidated Appropriations Act of 2021 for USDA to develop a program supporting rural communities’ efforts to expand renewable energy. The request for information is intended to help guide…
Central Valley Canals Primed to Receive Support for Failing Infrastructure
Concurrent efforts to address the needs of Central Valley canals are moving forward. The Canal Conveyance Capacity Restoration Act aims to restore the capacity of here San Joaquin Valley canals….
Industry Groups Welcome Preserving Family Farms Act of 2021
Multiple agricultural groups have announced their support of the bipartisan Preserving Family Farms Act of 2021. Sponsored by Representatives Jimmy Panetta and Jackie Walorski, the legislation seeks to ease some…
Farm City Newsday Wednesday, 04-14-21
…under federal leave parameters in compliance with state law, and Secretary Vilsack is hopeful the Farm Workforce Modernization Act if passed by the Senate will solve farm labor problems. Tune…
MSOB: Endophytes Act as ‘Vaccine’ in Carrot Study
…Hoagland details the research which showed how the bacteria-based endophytes showed the most impact on the plant’s immune health. “They acted in a way to boost the immune response in…
AB 125 Receiving Support from Multiple Farm Groups
…Economic Recovery, Healthy Food Access, Climate Resilient Farms and Worker Protection Bond Act was introduced by Assemblymember Robert Rivas. Sponsors of the bill include American Farmland Trust (AFT), the Center…
Supreme Court to Decide Union Access Rules for California Farms
The Supreme Court of the United States recently heard opening arguments about a case involving union access on California farms. At issue is California’s Agricultural Labor Relations Act that was…
Common Diseases to Watch for When Growing Asparagus
…to act early and often. Proper watering and ample amounts of air circulation are doubly important to make sure your plants don’t suffer from any life-threatening illnesses. If you need…