…the cornerstones of USDA’s efforts to combat rural poverty and deliver assistance to rural places most in need of the capacity and funding to jump-start or sustain economic development. Partnerships…
USDA Microloans Help Purchase Land and Improve Property
…for America’s farmers and ranchers to utilize, especially as new and beginning farmers and ranchers look for the assistance they need to get started. To learn more about the FSA…
New Air Quality Incentives for Nut Farmers to Adopt Low-Emission Harvesters
…and financial assistance. Such options include cleaner stationary and mobile engine equipment (e.g. irrigation pumps, tractors etc.) road treatment options, conservation tillage, smart sprayer technology, and incentives to chip rather…
Farm Bureau Delegates Chart a Course for 2016
…eligible for farm programs; * Supported voluntary risk management products for poultry growers that would provide assistance during disease outbreaks, and * Reaffirmed support for programs that provide emergency assistance…
Agriculture Labor Seeing Competitive Trend
…Regulations, and Technical Assistance Services. The Employment Law Guide describes the statutes and regulations administered by the Department of Labor that affect businesses and workers. The Guide is designed mainly…
Governor Brown’s Budget Invests in Climate Smart Agriculture
…$35 million for the Dairy Digester Research and Development Program to provide financial assistance for the implementation of dairy digesters and other management practices that result in reduced GHG methane…
SNAP Hunger
…going hungry. SNAP Hunger From: White House.gov website Long-Term Benefits of the Supplemental Nutrition Assistance Program Executive Summary The Supplemental Nutrition Assistance Program (SNAP) is the cornerstone of U.S. efforts…
EPA Announces $44 Million to Improve Water Quality, Infrastructure in Arizona, Nevada
…also support drinking water infrastructure, as well as drinking water plant operator training, and technical assistance. The EPA’s Pacific Southwest Region administers and enforces federal environmental laws in Arizona, California,…
USDA Shares 2015 Results
…history of the program. Made one conditional commitment through the 9003 program to a biorefinery in New Orleans. Through the Biomass Crop Assistance Program, USDA provided assistance to 890 growers…
HLB Products Bombarding Growers
…Management website: In March 2012, huanglongbing was found in a citrus tree in Southern California, and this tree was destroyed to prevent the spread of this disease. Everyone’s assistance is…
USDA Finalizes Rule to Enhance Consumer Protection
…foodborne illnesses,” said Deputy Under Secretary for Food Safety Brian Ronholm. “USDA is committed to providing resources and assistance to makers of ground beef to ensure they can be a…
U.S. Cotton Sector Facing Difficult Economic Conditions
Cotton industry leaders testified here today that Congress’ and the administration’s assistance are crucial for U.S. cotton to weather the current economic and regulatory climate. In the “stress in cotton…
USDA Begins 49th Enrollment Period for the Conservation Reserve Program
…cost-share assistance. At times when commodity prices are low, enrolling sensitive lands in CRP can be especially attractive to farmers and ranchers, as it softens the economic hardship for landowners…
CDFA Announces 2016 Funding for the SWEEP
…An estimated $16 million will be available for competitive grant funding to provide financial assistance to implement irrigation systems that reduce greenhouse gases and save water at California agricultural operations….