…Open Burning Program. Each of the programs is aimed at addressing air quality issues and provide growers with different levels of funding. Kevin Greer with the Tehama Resource Conservation District…
Agriculture Funding Bill Adds Nearly $3 Billion in Support
…research, along with climate-related programs all received increased support in the bill. Support for agricultural research would be increased to more than $3.3 billion. Approximately $1.6 billion would be allocated…
Senate Approval of Growing Climate Solutions Act an ‘Important Step’
…with a companion bill, to begin implementing the provisions. “We believe this is an important step to set some rules of the road for how these programs would operate so…
High Priority Areas Identified for NRCS California Drought Assistance
…practices and programs to help agricultural producers.” NRCS recently announced the determination of six high-priority areas for California drought assistance. An emphasis is being placed on statewide cropland, range, pasture,…
Latest Developments with Proposition 1 Grant Programs
Several developments have taken place in relation to Proposition 1 grant programs. Nearly $40 million in funding has been awarded under various Proposition 1 grant program opportunities. The State Water…
Week in Review: ‘Extraordinarily Concerning’ Labor Market & New Guidelines for Winegrape Mechanization
…to maximize its value. The legislation is designed to assist farmers and ranchers address greenhouse gas emission levels through voluntary programs. In a 6-3 decision, the Court upheld the rights…
Senate Passes Growing Climate Solutions Act with Encouragement from Ag
…a vote of 92 to eight. The legislation is designed to assist farmers and ranchers address greenhouse gas emission levels through voluntary programs. A certification program to solve technical entry…
Ag Equipment Incentives Highlighted at WAPA Annual Meeting
The Funding Agricultural Replacement Measures for Emission Reductions (FARMER) Program and other incentive programs are poised to receive an increase in funding this year. However, questions remain as to how…
Almond Matters: Pre-Hull Split Pest Management
In today’s Almond Matters, brought to you by Valent, most growers are in the middle of their pre-hull split pest management programs. Warm temperatures over the past week have amplified…
Pandemic Assistance for Producers Initiative Bringing Additional Aid
…left out of previous aid programs will also receive additional payments. Contract growers of poultry and livestock producers that did not receive assistance through other COVID relief efforts are to…
Producers Have Until July 23 to Apply for CRP General
…for the CRP General. USDA’s Farm Service Agency (FSA) will also be accepting applications for CRP Grasslands through August 20. The signup options for both programs have been updated this…
New Pandemic Cover Crop Program to Assist Growers
…The collection of programs is aimed at providing financial assistance to farmers and ranchers navigating market disruptions related to COVID-19. Industry organizations including the National Association of Conservation Districts and…
Biden’s Budget Includes Additional Support for Ag and Rural Communities
President Joe Biden’s budget proposal includes significant investment in important programs for agriculture. The Fiscal Year 2022 budget request contains nearly 17 percent of additional funding support for the U.S….
Recognizing the Value of UC ANR with Big Dig Day of Fundraising
…the public’s generosity in supporting all of the valuable programs that help to enrich the lives of all Californians. Big Dig Day serves as an opportunity to give back to…