…welcome. We are confident companies and cooperatives that apply for these grants and loans will find an overwhelming demand for broadband connectivity. “When Congress wrote the 1996 Telecommunications Act, it…
New WOTUS Rule Proposal Brings Optimism
…and streams that only hold water when it rains. “This welcome action from the EPA and Army Corps will help bring clarity to Clean Water Act regulations and help farmers…
EPA and Army Propose New “Waters of the United States” Definition
…limits of the Clean Water Act and provides states and landowners the certainty they need to manage their natural resources and grow local economies,” said EPA Acting Administrator Andrew Wheeler. “For the…
Environmental Group Challenges Shasta Dam Project
…it to extinction. A petition had been made to get it listing in 2012. So the environmental group is now suing to get the Salamander on the endangered species list….
Invasive and Nuisance Shrubs
…species. Blossoming Common mullein (Verbascum thapsus) Common Mullein are small tightly packed rosettes and when the plant bolts the shoot produces yellow flowers. It’s hardy medicinal plant useful for treating…
Invasive Trees to Avoid Planting
…can quickly cover the ground and suffocate other plants. It’s best to stay clear of the European and Sycamore Maple trees and pick a different maple species for your yard,…
Edible Plants that Become Invasive
…stay on top of them, they’re likely to take over! Mint is more of an aggressive species than an invasive plant. It spreads quickly. In a garden, it’s important to…
Not So Native Vines to Be Aware Of
…overtop trees, blocking light to everything below. If you already have it on your property, keep a close eye on this species and prune ruthlessly. Periwinkle is another culprit, with…
Pretty Now, Pests Later-Invasive Plants
…quick-spreading. Your best bet before heading out to the nursery is to know all you can about invasive plants and aggressive plants that can actually do more harm than good….
USDA Actively Addressing Rural Veterinary Shortages
…Congressional help to address the shortage of veterinarians by encouraging the passing of the VMLRP Enhancement Act. The legislation would remove a 39 percent income withholding tax on awards received…
Several Conservation Projects Recognized at CARCD Annual Convention
…and replacement with a more suitable species. The Conservation Innovators Award for 2018 was presented to the Inland Empire Resource Conservation District and the Redlands NRCS office for their work…
Cattlemen, Sheep Producers Urge Senate Action
…the U.S. Fish and Wildlife Service (FWS) to remove the gray wolf from federal protections under the Endangered Species Act (ESA). Similar action was initially proposed by the FWS under…
USDA Invests to Support Military Veterans Pursuing Farming and Ranching Careers
…Enhancing Agricultural Opportunities for Military Veterans Competitive Grants Program (AgVets). Section 760 of the Consolidated Appropriations Act, 2017 (H.R. 244, 115th Congress) provides funds to NIFA for AgVets to provide…
“We Believe in Growing” Scholarship Applications Now Available
…recommendation; one copy of their high school transcripts; ACT or SAT scores and be graduating from high school during the 2018-2019 school year. “We are thrilled to encourage and support…