…we track. The historical average for those reservoirs is 21.7 million acre-feet, so we were 120 percent of the historical average.” Andrea Bair, National Weather Service climate services program manager,…
USDA Invests $2.5 Billion in Rural Electric Infrastructure
…to build 297 miles, improve 66 miles of line and make other system improvements. The loan includes $1.4 million for smart grid projects. A smart grid includes technological enhancements such…
Tour Shows Ornamental Pumpkin Big Business
…growing region as far as weather, climate, and soil.” Most of the pumpkins in California are grown for ornamental use, meaning for decorations and carving. Van Groningen says that is…
Growth Energy: 2 Billion Miles Surpassed on E15
…have embraced the tremendous benefits E15 offers and highlights just how rapidly consumer demand is growing,” said Growth Energy CEO Emily Skor. “E15 is a smart choice for consumers who…
GAO Climate Change Report Estimates Lost Crop Revenues
A report by the Government Accountability Office (GAO) predicts climate change will cost U.S. agriculture up to $9.2 billion between 2020 and 2039 in lost crop yields. The report also…
CDFA and DWR Award Grant to Improve Water Efficiency
…$4.6 million will be distributed to the North San Joaquin Water Conservation District, along with 19 farming operations who submitted applications for funding. “This grant is a smart investment in…
NCBA on GIPSA Rule Withdrawal: “Victory for Cattle Producers and Consumers”
…a great deal of thanks and credit for this smart decision. The proposed rule would have crippled cattle producers’ ability to market their products through the value-added programs that help…
USDA Invests in Research on Next Generation of Agricultural Technology
…in agricultural production,” said NIFA Director Sonny Ramaswamy. “NIFA is investing in research on precision and smart technologies to maximize production efficiencies, including water and fertilizer use, and to produce…
USDA Invests in 48 Projects in Local Watersheds
…$6.2 billion and deliver an estimated $2.2 billion in average annual benefits nationwide. “History has shown us that smart, proactive investment in small watershed and flood prevention projects yield immense…
Stabenow Intends to Meet with Clovis
…previously said she has many questions about Clovis’s “troubling views” on climate change and providing public investment in crop insurance and education. From the National Association of Farm Broadcasting News…
UC ANR and AgStart Receive Funding to Cultivate the VINE
…labor shortages, water scarcity, food insecurity, climate change and more. To accelerate the development and adoption of technologies that address these challenges and advance food, agriculture and natural resources in…
Ireland Tops U.S. in Food Security
…Security Index say Ireland has improved its food affordability, availability, quality and safety over the last year. When including climate as a factor of food security, the U.S. fell even…
Cap and Trade Funding for Agriculture
…to receive $300 million under the plan. Historically agriculture has not been the recipient of climate funding, while still being expected to conform to new legislation dictating emissions levels. Various…
The Western View: Bundy Trials
…the Nevada case raise big questions for prosecutors. Some legal experts say the nation’s current political climate, characterized by distrust of federal authorities, may help explain the acquittals. In some…