…its vision for beginning farmers and ranchers. Other sessions will include information about credit, land access and other barriers to entry, innovation and alternative markets, along with a USDA panel…
New Tea Tree Oil Fungicide Becomes Available for California Growers
…pollinators because of its active ingredient being tea tree oil. The Xerces Society for Invertebrate Conservation endorsed the product as being safe for pollinators and other beneficial insects. The material…
Final EQIP Rule Announced with New Enhancements
…to implement solutions.” The final EQIP rule makes multiple changes to Conservation Innovation Grants (CIG) such as the specific inclusion field research. CIG projects designed to assist historically underserved producers…
More than $7 Billion Paid in Second Round of USDA Coronavirus Food Assistance Program
…in person by appointment only. All Service Center visitors wishing to conduct business with FSA, Natural Resources Conservation Service, or any other Service Center agency should call ahead and schedule…
Satellite Data Helping to Make More Informed Water Decisions
…over the long term and document the benefits of investments in water conservation by the agriculture community is a key strength of OpenET,” said Melton. About the Author Brian German…
Industry Groups Encourage Mandatory Labeling for Cell-Based Meat
…and Seafood Innovation (AMPS Innovation) sent a joint letter of suggestions. The two groups ask that USDA’s Food Safety and Inspection Service (FSIS) solicit more input for what the labeling…
Increasing More Targeted Cattle Grazing Is A ‘Win-Win-Win Opportunity’
…a targeted tool to improve public safety and in many situations improve our grassland habitat conservation goals.” The research project, ‘Benefits of Cattle Grazing for Reducing Fire Fuels and Fire…
Governor Newsom Signs 30×30 Executive Order
…by 38 countries. The pledge constitutes conserving 30 percent of land and coastal water by 2030. California would be the first state to commit to the conservation goals of the…
Net Zero Initiative Looks to Improve Environmental Stewardship on Dairies
A new effort called the Net Zero Initiative was recently introduced to help dairy producers improve environmental stewardship practices. The initiative was launched by the Innovation Center for U.S. Dairy…
Trump Announces Subcabinet to Modernize Water Resource Management
…conservation efforts, economic viability, and water supply, sustainability, and security.” NAFB contributed to this report. Read the executive order here: https://www.whitehouse.gov/presidential-actions/executive-order-modernizing-americas-water-resource-management-water-infrastructure/ Listen to the report below. Trump Announces Subcabinet to…
Conservation Reserve Program Producers Received 1.68 Billion in Payments
The U.S. Department of Agriculture (USDA) is issuing $1.68 billion in payments to agricultural producers and landowners for the 21.9 million acres enrolled in the Conservation Reserve Program (CRP), which provides…
Farm City Newsday Thursday, 10-15-20
…that looks at the relationship of grazing to fire severity and fuel load, and AFBF naming the Ag Innovation challenge finalists. Tune in to the show for these news stories,…
USDA Releases Final CSP Rule Change
…implementation of the 2018 Farm Bill, including important changes to the Conservation Stewardship Program, which is designed to help farmers put more robust conservation activities in place,” Acting Chief for…
Valent U.S.A. Opens New North American Innovation Center
Valent U.S.A. recently opened the new North American Innovation Center in San Ramon. The new state-of-the-art facility brings together two important departments within the company. Chief Operating Officer for Valent…