How a changing climate could mean more pests for some tree crops. That’s coming up on This Land of Ours. Department of Agriculture research shows climate change may increase the…
U.S Agriculture ‘Flips the Script’ at U.N. Climate Meeting
U.S. Agriculture’s climate change mitigation efforts were showcased at COP28. That’s coming up on This Land of Ours. By DOERS/Shutterstock Image At last year’s UN climate conference, COP 27, US…
Final Environmental Impact Report for Delta Conveyance Project Released
…tangible and lasting benefits. Governor Newsom stresses the necessity of action in the face of climate change, emphasizing the project’s role in updating the water system for millions of Californians….
EFFECTIVE Food Procurement Act to Address USDA Food Purchases
The Enabling Farmer, Food worker, Environmental, and Climate Targets through Innovative, Values-aligned, and Equitable (EFFECTIVE) Food Procurement Act introduced proposes a value-based approach for the U.S. Department of Agriculture (USDA)…
“True Cost” of Food Discussed at COP28
…in the food supply around the world. They were a topic of discussion at the UN Climate Change Conference, COP28, this week in Dubai. Sara Farley, Vice President of the…
Partnership for U.S. Forests
…quickly assess, prioritize, and plan for reforestation needs, fill gaps in climate-resilient restoration planning, and bolster reforestation planning by expanding nursery production, growing the forestry workforce, and increasing seed collection…
Good Farming Practices Updated by USDA
…efforts to support conservation and climate-smart activities. “RMA wants to encourage America’s farmers and ranchers to integrate conservation and climate-smart practices into their operations. These practices are both good for…
U.S. Farmers at COP28
…during the United Nations Climate Change Conference, known as COP28, to express agriculture’s important role in climate mitigation efforts. “We’ll have a number of opportunities both through our direct involvement…
California Awards Nearly $35 Million to Address Livestock Emissions
…31 projects. Additionally, 12 projects under the Dairy Plus Program are receiving $14.23 million. “California has set ambitious climate goals, and agriculture is an important contributor to these achievements,” CDFA…
Westlands Recharges 200,000 Acre-Feet of Groundwater
…commitment of landowners embracing climate-resilient farming practices, this ambitious target was not only achieved early but also prompted the District to set an even higher goal of 275,000 acre-feet of…
Week in Review: Second Straight Year of Almond Acreage Decline & Farm Bill Gets Extended
…to the Sites Reservoir Project. Pilot projects through the Partnerships for Climate-Smart Commodities from the U.S. Department of Agriculture provide valuable support to producers. Agriculture Secretary Tom Vilsack announced the…
Consider Composting for Holiday Leftovers
…home composter using general materials that you can acquire and make your own backyard composter. Food waste is one of the drivers of climate change. People have begun their holiday…
AgNet News Hour: Wednesday, 11-22-23
…crops, plus why the wine market is still facing several headwinds, and information on climate-smart ag funding for walnut growers. Tune in to the show for these news stories, interviews,…
Climate-Smart Ag Incentives Available to Growers
…presents an opportunity for farmers. Rahm highlights the program’s broader goals, stating, “The USDA Climate-Smart Pilot Programs aim to facilitate the implementation of climate-smart production practices and develop robust tools…