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Growing Matters: Following Label Directions is the First Part of Protecting Pollinators
…first part of protecting pollinators is adhering to the specific instructions on labels. “It always goes back to following the label,” said Wong. “The label is the law and within…
Emphasizing the Need to Call 811 before Digging
…U.S. have drain tile installed below the surface to protect crops. Farming accidents involving pipelines and utility lines occur on average three times every day. Drain tile is often installed…
USDA Makes Earth Day Investment of Nearly $800 Million in Climate-Smart Infrastructure
…to disadvantaged communities. Secretary Thomas J. Vilsack. USDA photo by Tom Witham “People in rural America are experiencing the impacts of climate change in many ways. This includes more severe…
It’s Earth Day: Anniversary of the Birth of the Modern Environmental Movement
…‘Invest In Our Planet’ theme for Earth Day 2022. EARTHDAY.ORG is sharing clips from Pique Action’s premiere series, NextNow. These micro-documentaries highlight different climate challenges and how innovative organizations are…
The California Kitchen: Brown Butter Basted Halibut
…Halibut For this and many more of these recipes visit: www.ajhtheuntamedchef.com Watch Albert’s Cooking Show: www.foodytv.com or stream it on Roku, Amazon Fire, Google TV, and Apple TV Follow Albert…
Watershed Infrastructure Projects Receive $420 Million in Support
…in 132 infrastructure projects in 31 states, including rehabilitating dams, flood prevention, and watershed restoration projects. Today’s investments are funded by President Biden’s Bipartisan Infrastructure Law and build on a…
VofV: Farming’s Secret Weapon – California Community Colleges
…community colleges in California. “Across the country, community colleges are the best-kept secret that we have,” he says, noting that with its 2.1 million students in attendance every year, California…
Preparing for Earth Day
…2022 is invest in our planet. It is noted there are various simple things you can do to help protect the Earth. This includes the three r’s: reduce, reuse and…
CDFA Receives $4 Million to Support Specialty Crop Research
…from the U.S. Department of Agriculture (USDA). A total of 14 collaborative projects impacting 28 states have been awarded nearly $10 million through the program. The competitive funding is awarded…
How Your Dog Can Be Farm Dog of the Year
…contest, which is supported by Purina. This is the fifth year of the contest. It celebrates farm dogs and the many ways they support farmers and ranchers in producing nutritious food for…
Equity Action Plan to Improve Access to USDA Services
…nutrition assistance programs 4. Increase USDA infrastructure investments that benefit underserved communities 5. Advance equity in federal procurement 6. Uphold Federal trust and treaty Responsibilities to Indian Tribes 7. Institutionalize an unwavering commitment to…
Almond Update: Webinar to Highlight Incentive Opportunities for Growers
…the programs available. Roseman explained that many of the incentives that are available are in line with the industry’s sustainability goals and can play an important role in helping to…
VofV: Cybersecurity and the Virtual Threats to Farming
…out more at WGA.com. Do you use computers in your office? Guess what, you’re a tech company. “We’re not in a paper world anymore,” says Greg Gatzke, President and CEO…