…change,” said CDFA Secretary Karen Ross. “In addition to building drought and climate resiliency on our farms, the solutions incentivized by these programs are practical and timely.” Incentive programs available…
Statement of Westlands Water District on the Introduction of the California Emergency Drought Relief Act of 2015
Westlands Water District is encouraged by the introduction by Senator Dianne Feinstein of the California Emergency Drought Relief Act of 2015. The State is facing unprecedented drought conditions, and the…
From California to the Midwest – Sharing Agriculture’s Story
…California producers are having with the drought. Hill writes about her experiences during the tour below. Wisconsin My trip started out in Wisconsin, where I spent five days learning more…
Farm Bureau Welcomes Passage of House Water Legislation
…and to having Sen. Feinstein work with House members from California to craft a bill that can win widespread support,” he said. Drought now affects each Californian personally, Wenger said,…
Proposal To Strengthen Western Water Bill for San Joaquin Valley
…flexibility to bear to address drought conditions affecting Valley communities. The amendments would increase water storage capacity at Lake McClure in Merced County, would prioritize areas of extreme drought to…
Wild Horses Causing Problems for CA Ranchers
On top of other major issues like the drought, some California cattle ranchers are dealing with serious problems caused by wild horses. Sabrina Hill has more. Horses Causing Problems…
Healthy Soil Vs. Drought
California has been historically dry, but healthy soil practices are helping some farmers weather the drought. For more information go to: www.usda.gov www.nrcs.usda.gov…
Neighboring Crops Increasing Cotton Pest Pressures
…are multiplied during drought conditions. Some growers are letting neighboring alfalfa fields go fallow and there are some other crops that are drought friendly and can also harbor the pest….
USDA Video: USDA Week In Review July 3
A weekly look at some of the events and activities at the U.S. Department of Agriculture. In this edition of USDA Week In Review, the World Food Prize, drought resistant…
Polluted Rivers, Lakes and Coastal Waters Need Cleanup and Restoration Plans
…more than ever during our extreme drought,” said Jared Blumenfeld, EPA’s Regional Administrator for the Pacific Southwest. “EPA is working alongside the state as it continues the critical efforts needed…
Agricultural Land to be Discussed at Upcoming Ca. State Board of Food and Agriculture Meeting
…Lauren Noland-Hajik, Kahn Soares & Conway LLP and Eric Osterling, Tulare Lake Hydrologic Region. “Our ongoing drought not only impacts agricultural production – the food we grow – but also…
House Water Bill Introduction Praised
…Representative David Valadao and other members of the House of Representatives, and encourages quick passage of this legislation. The state of California is facing unprecedented drought conditions, and this legislation…
Almond Board of California Announce $2.5 M Towards Water Efficiency, Bee and Farming Research
…plentiful, nutritious, safe food product. (2) University of California. UC Drought Management. Feb. 2010. Food and Agriculture Organization of the UN. FAO Irrigation and Drainage Paper 66 – Crop yield…