…natural resource systems to cope with recurring drought and changing climate patterns.” The Resilient Lands and Waters initiative is a key part of the Obama Administration’s Climate and Natural Resources…
USDA Updates Department Policy for Climate Change Adaptation
…a leadership role with climate adaptation planning to safeguard a resilient, healthy and prosperous Nation in the face of changing climate. Under the changes announced today, USDA will: Integrate climate…
Agriculture Secretary Vilsack, Interior Secretary Jewell Outline Wildfire Threat During Upcoming Fire Season
…fire season. “Climate change, drought, fuel buildup, insects and disease are increasing the severity of catastrophic wildfire in America’s forests,” said Secretary Vilsack. “Together we are working to ensure that…
Hortau Secures $5M in Financing from Advantage Capital Agribusiness Partners
…adoption and creating a true win-win situation for the industry.” Hortau’s smart irrigation management system, combined with its easy-to-use mobile software, reports to growers how crops are faring in real…
Vilsack: New Investments in Water Conservation, Resilience Across Drought-Stricken States
…as part of the President’s Climate Action Plan, federal agencies are working closely with states, tribes and local governments to develop a coordinated response to drought. For information on USDA’s…
Governor’s May Revise Budget Doubles-Down on CDFA Drought and Climate Change Programs
Gov. Jerry Brown Governor Brown’s revised budget for May, released today, makes great strides in helping agriculture adapt to the ongoing drought and climate change. The Governor proposes to provide…
Healthy Soils Initiative: A Foundation for Agricultural Sustainability and Climate Change Resilience
…– Protect and Restore Soil Organic Matter (Soil Carbon) in soils to Ensure Climate Change Mitigation and Food and Economic Security Action 2 – Identify Sustainable and Integrated Financing Opportunities…
Statement by U.S. Agriculture Secretary Tom Vilsack on Final Communique by G-20 Agriculture Ministers
…with the release of USDA’s Building Blocks for Climate Smart Agriculture and Forestry in April, the world must wake up to the fact that no challenge poses a greater threat…
Western Snowpack Melts Early, Little Remains
…of accumulated mountain snow that melts and flows into streams as temperatures warm in spring and summer. National Water and Climate Center scientists analyze the snowpack, precipitation, air temperature and…
California Cuts Habitat Fix for Delta Project
…get permits from federal wildlife agencies against a backdrop of uncertain future climate change impacts. The original environmental improvements were projected to cost $8 billion, and officials said the new…
Gov. Brown Establishes Most Ambitious Greenhouse Gas Reduction Target in North America
…a climate solution for other states and the world.” Climate Adaptation The executive order also specifically addresses the need for climate adaptation and directs state government to: – Incorporate climate…
USDA Video: USDA Week In Review April 24
…of USDA Week In Review, more solar power for USDA, taking on climate change, and the children come to work. For more information go to: www.usda.gov www.usda.dm.gov www.usda.nrcs.gov www.fs.fed.us www.flickr.com/photos/usdagov…
USDA Announces Building Blocks for Climate-Smart Agriculture
…10 building blocks that span a range of technologies and practices to reduce greenhouse gas emissions, increase carbon storage, and generate clean renewable energy. USDA’s strategy focuses on climate-smart practices…
FoodKeeper App
Cathy Isom explains how this new handy smart tool to help consumers stop tossing food before its time is right at our fingertips. Foodkeeper app Learn more about the USDA…