Leopold Conservation Award Finalists Announced

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…to balance the farm’s bottom line with environmentally sound practices to support the local food economy. The farm has an extensive education and outreach program, including popular tours, events, class…

Ag Leaders On Hand as Governor Brown Signs Landmark Groundwater Legislation

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…important that we take these steps to preserve and protect one of our most valuable resources, groundwater,” said California State Board of Food and Agriculture President Craig McNamara. “Not very…

Lucas Praises House Passage of Bill to Block EPA’s Latest Attack on American Agriculture

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…agricultural producers to protect not our great natural resources, but rather our backyard ponds. “It is an underhanded way to harm American agriculture and threaten America’s food security. I urge…

USDA Provides $328 Million to Conserve Wetlands and Farmland, Boost Economy

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…to their natural conditions,” Vilsack said. “These easements are making a dramatic and positive impact for our food supply, rural communities and species habitat.” The funding is provided through the…

Keeping the Water Conversation Going

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…Fresno Grizzlies Farm Grown program brought a water forum to the Central Valley last week. Several water district directors and politicians addressed the crowd, including Congressman David Valadao who said…