…is being made possible through the Regional Conservation Partnership Program from NRCS, in coordination with state and local partners. “We’re going to over the next five years, have some pretty…
Farming Incentives Required to Meet California’s GHG Goals
…Several initiatives such as the Healthy Soils Program, Sustainable Agricultural Lands Conservation Program, and the Alternative Manure Management Program have helped the agricultural industry to adopt new farming practices to…
Foods That Will Happily Grow on a Balcony
If your living quarters don’t allow for a backyard garden but still provide a little space, such as a balcony, then you have the room to grow your own food….
Almond Matters: Another Rain Event Means Another Fungicide Treatment
…any infection that’s already started,” Burkdoll explained. “Quash has got really good reach-back activity, it’s broad-spectrum, it’s the highest-rated fungicide in the UC evaluation program.” Listen to the report below….
Smoke Exposure Research in Grapes Begins Taking Shape
…moving forward. The broad scope of the research looking at a number of different factors related to smoke exposure will require time and financial assistance to achieve actionable results. “It’s…
Farm City Newsday Wednesday, 05-20-20
Today’s show is filled with stories covering details of the Coronavirus Food Assistance Program, the underlying importance of improving broadband expansion, and how smoke exposure research could lead to predicting…
Application Process for USDA Direct Payments Begins May 26
…Department of Agriculture’s (USDA) Farm Service Agency (FSA) will begin processing applications for financial assistance on Tuesday, May 26. The payments are being made available through the Coronavirus Food Assistance…
Area-Wide Treatments Holding the Line for Glassy-Winged Sharpshooter
…implemented to curb the pest’s ability to spread Pierce’s Disease in vineyards. The management program has primarily focused on Fresno, Kern, Madera, Riverside, and Tulare counties. Courtesy: UC Riverside “For…
California Farmers Already ‘Bleeding Cash’ Dealing With Quick Policy Decisions
…with those who will be impacted. Western Growers President and CEO Dave Puglia said the paid sick leave and worker’s compensation changes in regards to the coronavirus are good examples of…
HEROES Act Bill Moves Forward to the Senate
…increases oversight of the program. The bill provides for an additional $16.5 billion for direct payments to farmers and ranchers as part of the Coronavirus Food Assistance Program (CFAP). Eligible…
New SECURE Rule Updates Biotech Regulations
…our farmers with the tools they need to produce the world’s safest, most abundant, and most affordable food supply, which will help us continue to Do Right and Feed Everyone…
CDFA Announces New Dates for Stop QIP Petition Hearing
A new date has been set for the hearing that may determine the future of the Quota Incentive Program (QIP) for dairy farmers. The California Department of Food and Agriculture…
Revised Budget Features Significant Cuts to Close $54 Billion Deficit
…continue supporting our statewide water efficiency program,” California Department of Food and Agriculture Secretary Karen Ross said in a media call. “But I do want to remind people that while…
Regional Conversation Partnership Program Applications Accepted Through May 29
The U.S. Department of Agriculture (USDA) Natural Resources Conservation Service (NRCS) is accepting applications for the Regional Conversation Partnership Program (RCPP) through Friday, May 29. The program is designed to…