…would step in and develop plans for communities that fail to abide by these rules. “It isn’t all about laws and bills,” Brown said. “It’s about actually implementing the laws…
Secretary Vilsack Highlights Innovative Conservation Efforts
…Ariz., Ark., Calif., Colo., Fla., Ga., Hawaii, Idaho, Ill., Ind., Iowa, Kan., La., Minn., Miss., Mont., Mo., N.C., N.D., Neb., N.Y., Ohio, Okla., Ore., Penn., S.C., Tenn., Texas, Utah, Va.,…
California and UC Berkeley Win $335,000 in U.S. EPA Grants
…sectors can become more competitive, save money, and enhance environmental quality. Learn more about Pollution Prevention Week at: http://www.p2.org/p2-week/ For more information on EPA’s Pollution Prevention grant program, visit: http://www.epa.gov/p2/pubs/grants/index.htm…
USDA Video: USDA Week In Review September 12
A weekly look at some of the events and activities at the U.S. Department of Agriculture. For more information go to: http://www.usda.gov/ http://www.ars.usda.gov/ www.flickr.com/usdagov….
EPA Registers New Nematicide Alternative to Restricted-Use Soil Fumigants, Including Methyl Bromide
…fumigants. Under the Montreal Protocol, EPA has phased out methyl bromide because its use depletes the ozone layer. Nematodes are difficult to control and can cause significant economic damage by…
Federal Officials to Tour Southern California Agriculture
…crossing; Vessey & Company. Sept. 17 (Imperial County): Farm Credit Ag Center; Imperial Irrigation District; Imperial County Farm Bureau; Imperial Valley Vegetable Growers Association; El Toro Export; Ametza. Sept. 18…
Class 45 Fellows Selected for California Agricultural Leadership Program
…learned in the program to benefit agriculture, their businesses, organizations and communities.” CALF invests about $50,000 per fellow to participate in the program, which is underwritten by individual and industry…
California Labor Agency and California Community Colleges to Administer $1 Million Drought-related Training Program in the San Joaquin Valley
…that assists employers with training funds. For more information about the program, please visit www.etp.ca.gov, or call 916-327-5368. The California Community Colleges is the largest system of higher education in…
USDA Provides $328 Million to Conserve Wetlands and Farmland, Boost Economy
…rural-made products; and investing in infrastructure, housing and community facilities to help improve quality of life in rural America. For more information, visit: www.usda.gov/farmbill. Listen to Vilsack’s entire conservation announcement….
USDA Video: USDA Week In Review Sept. 5
A weekly look at some of the events and activities at the U.S. Department of Agriculture. For more information go to: www.usda.gov www.ers.usda.gov www.nrcs.usda.gov www.flickr.com/usdagov www.fsa.usda.gov…
Conservation, Industry Leaders Team Up to Restore Groundwater in California’s Central Valley
…Coca-Cola Unbottled, at www.coca-colablog.com or find us on LinkedIn at www.linkedin.com/company/the-coca-cola-company. ABOUT KINGS BASIN WATER AUTHORITY The Kings Basin Water Authority includes nearly 60 public, private and non-governmental organizations that…
California Walnut Objective Measurement Report
…is excellent with low disease and insect pressures. Overall, the 2014 crop is developing faster than last year and harvest is expected to start early. The 2014 Walnut O.M. Survey…
Almond Board: Entertainment for Gala Dinner
…ceremonies. He will be joined on stage by Vegas comedian/ventriloquist Taylor Mason and comedian/magician Mike Hammer. The trio’s entertainment will feature clean humor and audience interaction. Following the comedians, a…
CDFA Announces Vacancy on the Beet Curly Top Virus Control Program Advisory Board
…Member, District III, representing beans, peppers, spinach, sugar beets, and/or tomatoes. Individuals interested in being considered for the board appointment should send a brief resume by October 1, 2014 to…