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Asian Citrus Psyllid Quarantine Expands in Tulare County
…hosts for both the insect and the disease. There is no cure once a tree becomes infected. The diseased tree will decline in health until it dies. HLB has been…
House of Representatives Passes California Water Bill
…Rep. McCarthy said. “It is unacceptable that vital water supplies are being forced out to the ocean instead of going to our cities. The issue demands immediate attention and today’s…
FID Facilitates Emergency Banking To Provide Dry-Year Water For Small Valley Cities, Towns
…have made provides the best scenario for all involved in these very difficult conditions. It is encouraging to see the parties coming together in tough times and finding creative solutions.”…
USDA Launches Effort to Assist California Producers Affected by Drought
…requirements. For additional information, eligible landowners are encouraged to contact their local NRCS Service Center. Service center locations and more information on the drought initiative can be found at www.ca.nrcs.usda.gov….
CFBF: Water Crisis Will Lead to Severe Problems
…will not deliver water to its customers. The federal Central Valley Project — the largest single supplier of agricultural irrigation water in the state — is expected to do the…
Lucas Praises House Passage of Farm Bill Conference Report
…a majority of my House colleagues joined me in supporting a five-year, comprehensive farm bill. I appreciate the efforts of everyone who helped get us here. This is legislation we…
Final State Water Action Plan Released
…capacity and improve groundwater management. Provide safe water for all communities. Increase flood protection. Increase operational and regulatory efficiency. Identify sustainable and integrated financing opportunities. The report is available here….
CA Lawmakers Urge Reclamation to Maintain Rescheduled Water
…the next week that would provide assurances to Valley farmers who have invested in these reserves in previous years in anticipation of continued drought conditions. Full text of the letter…
Conservation Report
A new report shows a boom in growing certain specialty crops as well as a growth in agricultural land, stable erosion rates, and notable land use changes. Sabrina Hill has…
Almond Board: Almond Sustainability Workshop
…workshop is Friday, January 31 from 10 a.m.-12 p.m. at the Almond Board office in Modesto. To register for the workshop, contact Kendall Barton at kbarton@almondboard.com or call (209) 343-3245….
Ag Leadership Program Seeks Applicants for Class 45
…fellow to participate in the Ag Leadership Program. The costs are underwritten by individual and industry donations. Detailed program information and the phase one application are online at www.agleaders.org. The…
USDA Designates California Ag Counties for Drought Disaster Assistance
…the deadline earlier this year. For further information, contact your local USDA Service Center regarding all program eligibility requirements and application procedures. Additional information is also available online at http://www.fsa.usda.gov/FSA/webapp?area=home&subject=diap&topic=landing….
Center for Produce Safety Announces Call for Research Proposals
…safety research needs. The general research priorities in the Request for Proposals (RFP) were identified and prioritized by the CPS Technical Committee, an independent advisory board that includes experts from…