…“We are excited about the Legislature passing and the acting Governor signing the Climate Bond legislation,” Almond Alliance Chairman, Blake Vann said in a news release. “Our collaborative efforts with…
Several Factors Contributing to Decreased Agricultural Trade Values
…significant change from the historical trend of agricultural trade surpluses. To address these challenges, AFBF suggests policy changes are needed to reduce labor costs, negotiate better trade deals, and increase…
Chevron Deference Overturned by Supreme Court
…that courts must independently determine if agencies act within their legal bounds. Organizations like the National Pork Producers Council and the American Farm Bureau Federation (AFBF) supported this change, arguing…
U.S. Releases Updated Climate Adaptation Plan
The U.S. releases an updated climate adaptation plan. That’s coming up on This Land of Ours. Image by Kris/DepositPhotos The U.S. has just released an updated Climate Adaptation Plan. Gary…
Up To $50 Million Available for Wetland Reserve Enhancement Partnership
…President Biden’s Inflation Reduction Act. “Our goal is to leverage the Inflation Reduction Act’s additional funding to help mitigate climate change through our conservation programs while protecting and improving critical…
Proposals for New Conservation Practices for Healthy Soils Program Sought
…have the diversity of practices they need to produce a wide range of nutritious, affordable and safe food crops, while increasing climate resilience,” CDFA Secretary Karen Ross said in a…
Groundwater Recharge Efforts Gain Momentum in San Joaquin Valley
…overcoming regulatory barriers, enhancing local infrastructure, and expanding recharge partnerships to ensure sustainable water management amidst evolving climate conditions. Brian German Ag News Director / AgNet West Twitter LinkedIn Facebook…
Connecting Pollinator Health, Nutrition, and Climate
…are looking into how potential climate impacts affect both pollinator health and nutrition. Rod Bain reports. Sponsored Content CIR Agriculture Harvester Products November 1, 2024 Protecting Your Operation from Damaging…
Year-End Farm Bill Last Hope for 118th Congress?
…is to hold together the broad food and farm coalition.” She added that both Boozman and House Chair Thompson split it on nutrition and climate. Marshall spoke about the GOP…
Feedback Sought to Guide Key Program of Growing Climate Solutions Act
…Tom Vilsack, as part of the Growing Climate Solutions Act. The program aims to help farmers, ranchers, and private forest landowners participate in voluntary carbon markets, creating new revenue streams…
KCFB Taking on State Water Board Over SGMA Probation
…action where Ference said the SWRCB violated the law. If they are successful in their challenge, it will change how SWRCB addresses probationary status under SGMA moving forward. “If we’re…
Mexico’s Leadership Change Could Bring Trade Changes
By frizio/DepositPhotos image Mexico’s election last week means a change in leadership for the nation and possible changes in trade with the United States. Claudia Sheinbaum won the election and…
Sites Reservoir Could Have Captured More Than 1.5 million Acre-feet of Water
…significant water flow in the Sacramento River for environmental needs. Computer simulations have indicated the reservoir will boost water reliability for California and help tackle climate change challenges. The Sites…
USDA Awards $83 Million through Fertilizer Production Expansion Program
…exacerbated by factors like the war in Ukraine and industry monopolies. The program is part of a larger strategy to enhance supply chains, create economic opportunities, and support climate-smart innovations….