Conservation opportunities available from the U.S. Department of Agriculture (USDA) are being improved and expanded. USDA’s Natural Resources Conservation Service (NRCS) has made adjustments to various programs to help further…
Almond Update: Groundwater Recharge Guide Available to Growers
…Introduction to Groundwater Recharge document provides guidance for how to implement the practice. Working with Sustainable Conservation and other research partners, ABC has put together comprehensive recharge guidance for the…
California Farm Bureau Welcomes Budget Proposal
…water recharge, $20 million for on farm water conservation, $10 million for technical assistance and drought relief for small farms and $250 million for drought contingency. “At a time when…
AgNet News Hour: Wednesday, 01-12-22
Get the latest agriculture news in today’s AgNet News Hour, hosted by Danielle Leal. Today’s show is filled with stories covering the terrific start to the water year but more…
Applications Still Being Accepted for HSP Incentives Program
…Applications will be accepted until February 25, or until the funding is exhausted. The HSP Incentives Program provides support for growers and ranchers to implement conservation management practices that sequester…
VofV: When NASA and Farming Collide
…regulations and lack of water and labor) and what tech is on the horizon to solve those problems. Neill, who currently serves as general manager at Turlock Fruit Company, covers…
‘Terrific’ Start to Water Year, More Needed to Offset Water Storage Deficit
…Water Resources (DWR) illustrate vast improvements in the state’s snowpack. As of January 6, the California snowpack was 144 percent of the average with an average snow water equivalent of…
A Look at Western Water Reservoir Levels
…precipitation will have in recharging reservoirs across the west coast and south west states come spring and summer. Listen to the report below. A Look at Western Water Reservior Levels…
Newsom’s California Blueprint Includes $750 Million for Drought Response
…conservation programs. Grants would be made available to water suppliers for improving water efficiency, addressing leaks, and providing efficiency-related mapping and training. An investment of $145 million will also be…
Republicans Call for Investment in Water Projects with State Surplus
…additional water storage is the most sensible course of action given the state’s financial and hydrological situation. The full funding of state water projects could provide an additional 1.5 million…
Multistate Scientists Seek HLB Tolerance
…preventing plants from taking up nutrients, and by phytophthora, a type of water mold that causes rotting roots. “This way, we’re making sure the next generation of rootstocks will include…
AgNet News Hour: Friday, 01-07-22
…along with the importance of staying focused on better water management despite recent rainfall, and a look at the increasing popularity of cover crops. Tune in to the show for…
Farm Bureaus Concerned About Changes to Clean Water Rule
…clean water. We take the stewardship of our land and water very seriously. The rules that enforce the Clean Water Act must be clear, concise and honor the law’s intent….
AgNet News Hour: Wednesday, 01-05-22
…and better vernal pool plant diversity with the reintroduction of conservation grazing, also renewable energy is a top priority for AFBF this year. Tune in to the show for these…