…million allocation to the program. Another shift of $20.6 million to the GGRF for the State Water Efficiency and Enhancement Program is also proposed, with funding delayed to 2024-25. Climate-smart…
AgNet News Hour, Monday, 01-08-24
…why some say a change in mindset is a critical aspect of converting to organic production. Tune in for these news stories, interviews, features, and more. Listen to previous AgNet…
First Survey of the Season Shows a Fraction of Last Year’s Snow Levels
…de Guzman explained. The Climate Prediction Center’s seasonal outlook for the coming months still indicates an increased chance of above-average precipitation and snow. However, snow levels to start 2024 have…
Artificial Intelligence Holds Potential for Farmers, But Challenges Remain
…overwhelming for producers to understand which aspects of that data are valuable to their operation. The need for actionable data, information that will lead the farmer to make a change in…
Delta Conveyance Project Approved by DWR
…changes, ensuring a more reliable water supply for the future. Key objectives of the project include capturing and efficiently moving more water during wet seasons, minimizing losses from climate-driven weather…
Coalition Calls on Governor Newsom to Address Supply Chain Challenges Threatening California Ag
…requests an immediate meeting with Governor Newsom to discuss the tangible impacts of state policies attempting to rapidly change how businesses operate without the necessary technology or supporting infrastructure. The…
USDA Opens Enrollment for ARC and PLC Programs for 2024 Crop Year
…Loss Coverage (PLC) programs for the upcoming 2024 crop year. Producers have until March 15, 2024, to complete their enrollment and make any election changes. The Agriculture Improvement Act of…
CDFA Accepting Proposals for New Resilient Food Systems Infrastructure Program
…CDFA is particularly interested in projects that align with USDA climate action goals, modernize equipment for food safety, and provide training opportunities related to food safety and equipment use. The…
California Chill Report: Understanding the Nuances of Cold Temperatures
…“There are things about the California climate that make that a not great way for counting chill. The trees would sometimes react differently from how we would expect if we…
Changing Climate Means More Pests for Almonds, Peaches, Walnuts
How a changing climate could mean more pests for some tree crops. That’s coming up on This Land of Ours. Department of Agriculture research shows climate change may increase the…
U.S Agriculture ‘Flips the Script’ at U.N. Climate Meeting
U.S. Agriculture’s climate change mitigation efforts were showcased at COP28. That’s coming up on This Land of Ours. By DOERS/Shutterstock Image At last year’s UN climate conference, COP 27, US…
Final Environmental Impact Report for Delta Conveyance Project Released
…tangible and lasting benefits. Governor Newsom stresses the necessity of action in the face of climate change, emphasizing the project’s role in updating the water system for millions of Californians….
EFFECTIVE Food Procurement Act to Address USDA Food Purchases
…to address climate change, support local economies, and create a fairer food system, with potential impact on the upcoming farm bill. Listen to the report below. Brian German Ag News…
Almond Update: Industry Camaraderie in Challenging Times
…a lot of dynamics that have changed in recent years. So, what the Global Demand team did is they identified areas where we could make some meaningful change quickly,” Rodriguez…