…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…
Nurseries Using Labor Saving Drones
…and also be flexible in operation, to make it that much more valuable to an operation. Stay with AgNet West to hear how the drones might change some farming techniques….
Cantaloupe Production Expanding North
Over the last few years, cantaloupe production in California has changed and new areas of the state are starting to see melon production. Industry leaders say they got complacent and…
Important Insurance Change Deadline
The Farm Service Agency (FSA) is hitting as many field days as possible to spread the word about a big change in crop insurance policies. Important Insurance Change Deadline FSA…
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
…to future generations than climate change. With that in mind, global leaders should encourage development of a range of technologies, including agricultural biotechnology, and practices that are integral to food…
Western Snowpack Melts Early, Little Remains
…part of several USDA efforts to improve public awareness and manage the impacts of climate change, including drought and other extreme weather events. Through the creation of the National Drought…
Lawmaker Wants to Change Endangered Species Act
…and other issues.” He said change may not come until there’s a change in Washington. “I think this administration, the president, he’s from my home state,” he said. “His legacy,…
Illinois Congressman on California Smelt and Water Use
An Illinois congressman tells us what he thinks of regulations that protect “sardines” while dramatically limiting water for farms, and how he’s trying to change the situation. Sabrina Hill heard…
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
…climate change and today have aligned the state to the growing global understanding of the step changes and strategies needed over the coming years and decades. Resolving climate change requires…
Ordinance Brings New Wine Production to Southern California
A recent law change is creating new opportunities for the wine grape industry in Southern California. Ordinance Brings New Wine Production San Diego County Farm Bureau says it has seen…