USDA Announces New Grants to Help Communities Meet Water Challenges in Coming Years

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…the National Integrated Water Quality Program (NIWQP), which addresses critical water resource issues including water quality protection and water conservation. The RFA for this program is expected to be released…

Gov. Brown, Legislative Leaders Announce Emergency Drought Legislation

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…food, housing and assistance for water-conserving technologies,” said Governor Brown. The legislation provides $687.4 million to support drought relief, including money for housing and food for workers directly impacted by…

AgNet West Exclusive Interview with Secretary Vilsack

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…the new programs will also fund feeding children and families affected by the drought. Vilsack says that summer feeding program can mean the difference of a healthy child, or one…

President to Announce Drought Assistance During Visit Today

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…Natural Resources Conservation Service recently announced $14 million in grants through Reclamation’s WaterSMART program and USDA’s Agricultural Water Enhancement Program and Environmental Quality Incentive Program to upgrade water delivery infrastructure…

Costa Introduces Drought Relief Legislation

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…existing funding caps for the Reclamation States Emergency Drought Relief Act (from $90 million to $190 million) and the WaterSMART program (from $200 million to $250 million). These programs channel…

Lucas: Agricultural Act of 2014 Marks a New Era for Farm & Food Policy

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…repealing outdated and ineffective dairy programs. Offers producers a new, voluntary, margin protection program without imposing government-mandated supply controls. Supports small businesses and beginning farmers and ranchers with training and…