…cuts to a multitude of programs. The updated budget also withdraws funding for several new initiatives and includes plans for further funding reductions in the event federal funding cannot adequately…
Regional Conversation Partnership Program Applications Accepted Through May 29
…resources, and also the funding that other partners can bring to the table.” Some of the RCPP project partners that were awarded funding in 2019 include American Farmland Trust and…
Farm City Newsday Friday, 05-15-20
Get the latest agriculture news in today’s Farm City Newsday, hosted by Danielle Leal. Today’s show is filled with stories covering smoke exposure research getting some funding, how weather conditions…
Historic $10 Million for CA Stewardship
…conservation can also help support rural economies throughout California. “This is a program especially well-suited to California where many agricultural industries and supporters promote and reward advanced levels of stewardship,”…
Fresno State Enology Building Renamed After Winery Supporter
…About a decade ago, Gumz started attending yearly wine-tasting events hosted by the Ag One Foundation at the Fresno State Winery. There, he met many enology students over the years…
Farm City Newsday Tuesday, 05-12-20
…program, why it’s important to know your surroundings when applying product, and the application period for NRCS Alternative Funding Agreements has been extended, learn how you can apply. Tune in…
Application Period for Multiple NRCS Programs Extended
…Program’s (RCPP) Alternative Funding Agreements (AFA) are one of the programs that have prolonged the application window. “The deadline is now extended to May 29, recognizing that a lot of…
Ag Producers Can Now Apply for Economic Injury Disaster Loan Program
…Agriculture Secretary Sonny Perdue said in a press release. “This significant new authority signed by President Trump will make a tremendous difference for America’s agricultural community.” Funding for the programs…
Water Infrastructure Investment a Waste With State, Federal Fight?
Funding for water infrastructure won’t matter much if the clash between California and the U.S. leadership continues. Recent studies have shown that the Sustainable Groundwater Management Act goals are not…
Including Water Investments in Infrastructure Package Challenging
Agricultural groups have been working for years to get federal support for important water investments in California. Several California lawmakers have also made the point for federal funding to support…
Newsom Expanding Farm to Family Program
…and other fresh fruits and vegetables to food banks up and down the state in March and April.” About the Author Brian German Facebook Twitter Ag News Director, AgNet West…
Disaster Loan Program Needs ‘Several Changes’
…states. “Additional funding for these critical programs is necessary and appreciated. However, several changes must be made for agriculture to fully participate in the SBA relief programs.” The coalition which…
USDA Taking Proposals for Buy Fresh Program
…Agricultural Marketing Service (AMS) Deputy Administrator David Tuckwiller said that the agency will be working diligently to help American farmers and ranchers get their products to those in need. “We…
Almond Update: Field Outreach Team Expanding Virtual Education, Assisting Growers
Producers are still working to feed the nation during these unprecedented times, and the Field Outreach and Education team at the Almond Board of California knows they need to assist…