…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…
Groups Express Concern About Disaster Relief Changes
…in much-needed ERP assistance, the groups expressed serious concerns with changes. The biggest change is a “progressive factor” that reduces the disaster assistance for many eligible growers based on the…
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…
Sites Reservoir Project Moving Forward After Environmental Review
…climate,” Durst explained. The recently certified Final EIR, released jointly with the Bureau of Reclamation, evaluates the environmental effects and proposed mitigation measures linked to the project’s construction and operation….
AgNet News Hour: Monday, 11-20-23
Get the latest agriculture news in today’s AgNet News Hour, hosted by Sabrina Halvorson. Today’s show includes how climate-smart ag practices are supporting dairy innovations and details on registration for…
Week in Review: Bad Year for Powdery Mildew & Red Tape Reduced on Sites Reservoir
…149. California’s flagship climate program, the Healthy Soils Program, is facing a significant funding setback after errors were found in the state’s budget. DPR is seeking comment on a proposal…
Injecting Carbon into National Forests and Grasslands
A proposed forest service change could lead to more carbon storage. That’s coming up on This Land of Ours. The U.S. Forest Service proposed a change in regulations that would…
Sites Reservoir Project Certified for ‘Cutting Red Tape’
…state meet key climate change goals and create a more resilient water supply for Californians and the environment,” said Fritz Durst, chairman of the Sites Project Authority. The Sites Reservoir…
HSP Funding Drops by $40 Million Due to Unexpected Budget Errors
…going to be accepted sometime in the fall. However, budget change has delated Climate Smart Agriculture Technical Assistance grants that are integral for HSP solicitation. As a result, solicitation is…
Substantial Funding Increase Helps Boost RCPP Improvements
…agricultural lands. This historic investment, a result of both the Inflation Reduction Act and the Farm Bill, signifies a crucial step towards supporting climate-smart agriculture and strengthening public-private partnerships. Recognizing…