…a robust bio-based economy; promoting exports and production agriculture fueled by increased productivity and research; encouraging conservation including land management, stewardship and outdoor recreational opportunities; and building a strong local…
USDA to Launch New Farm Bill Program to Help Provide Relief to Farmers Affected by Severe Weather
…critical legislation, including providing disaster relief to farmers and ranchers; strengthening risk management tools; expanding access to rural credit; funding critical research; establishing innovative public-private conservation partnerships; developing new markets…
CDFA Awards $3.6 Million to Assist Farmers with Drought Through the State Water Efficiency and Enhancement Program
…reducing the amount of water and energy used,” said CDFA Secretary Karen Ross. “The result is a more efficient farming operation with multiple benefits including water conservation and reduced GHG…
USDA Announces Measures to Help Farmers Diversify Weed Control Efforts
…the Conservation Innovation Grants (CIG) Program for innovative conservation systems that address herbicide resistant weeds. USDA’s Animal and Plant Health Inspection Service (APHIS) will actively promote use of best management…
Yuba-Sutter Farm Bureau Directors Support California Farm Bureau’s Voter Guide
…storage projects, funding from this bond may also be used for regional water reliability, sustainable groundwater management and cleanup, water recycling, water conservation, watershed protection and safe drinking water, particularly…
USDA Expands Access to Credit to Help More Beginning and Family Farmers
…ranchers; strengthening risk management tools; expanding access to rural credit; funding critical research; establishing innovative public-private conservation partnerships; developing new markets for rural-made products; and investing in infrastructure, housing and…
NRCS Seeks Input on 2015 Conservation Priorities for California
…its inception in 1935, NRCS has worked in partnership with private landowners and a variety of local, state and federal conservation partners to deliver conservation based on specific, local needs….
USDA Invests Nearly $118 Million to Support America’s Specialty Crop Producers
…credit, funding critical research, establishing innovative public-private conservation partnerships, developing new markets for rural-made products, and investing in infrastructure, housing and community facilities to help improve the quality of life…
EPA Announces $183 Million to Improve Water Quality, Infrastructure in California
Agency highlights water conservation project in the city of Fresno, reducing water use by 25% Today, the U.S. Environmental Protection Agency’s Regional Administrator Jared Blumenfeld announced more than $183 million…
Soil Health Takes Main Stage at California State Board of Food and Agriculture Meeting on Oct. 7th
…Soil health has taken a central role in global discussions on climate change, wildlife protection, and sustainable farming practices. The USDA’s Natural Resources Conservation Service (NRCS) recently launched a new…
USDA Helps Deliver the Latest in Innovative Agricultural Methods to Small, Socially Disadvantaged Agricultural Producers
…develop business plans, conservation plans, market research and other tools to help socially disadvantaged producers and two vegetable cooperatives. California Southern California Focus on Cooperation – $200,000 grant; To provide…
USDA Awards Over $52 Million in Grants to Grow Organic and Local Food Economies
…relief to farmers and ranchers; strengthening risk management tools; expanding access to rural credit; funding critical research; establishing innovative public-private conservation partnerships; developing new markets for rural-made products; and investing…
Water Managers Worked on Legislation Basics
…Conservation District General Manager Mark Larsen was part of that group. Water Managers Worked on Legislation Basics Larsen said the Legislation got away from the group and then the bills…
USDA Unveils Key New Programs to Help Farmers Manage Risk
…expanding access to rural credit; funding critical research; establishing innovative public-private conservation partnerships; developing new markets for rural-made products; and investing in infrastructure, housing and community facilities to help improve…