…we need data,” he says. Listen to this week’s episode to learn about funding strategies for these technologies and the future of high-tech beekeeping. Sponsored Content Let’s Talk Livestock Risk…
Over $872 Million of Climate-Smart Commodities Projects Involve California
…invested in 70 projects nationwide. In USDA’s breakdown of projects by state, a total of 21 projects in California have an approximate funding ceiling of $872.5 million. Proposals sought funding…
Cotton Program in USDA Partnership
…Cotton Trust Protocol is proud to be the lead and recipient of the U.S. Climate Smart Cotton Program, which will receive funding as one of those selected as part of…
USDA Announces Climate-Smart Partnership Projects
…commodities produced using climate-smart production practices. Projects from the second funding pool will be announced later this year. Funding for Partnerships for Climate-Smart Commodities will be delivered through USDA’s Commodity Credit…
Applications Open for Rural High-Speed Internet Program
Helping households get high speed internet. That’s coming up on This Land of Ours. USDA is accepting applications for the ReConnect Program loans and grants to expand access to high-speed…
Pollinator Habitat Program Now Accepting Grant Applications
Eligible applicants can apply for grant funding to support pollinators through the Pollinator Habitat Program (PHP). The California Department of Food and Agriculture (CDFA) is now accepting grant applications for…
Almond Update: New Grant Program to Promote Conservation Practices
A new program from the California Department of Agriculture (CDFA) seeks to further incentivize conservation practices in agriculture. The Conservation Agriculture Planning Grants Program (CAPGP) provides financial support for the…
USDA Extends WIC-Related Formula Flexibilities
An extension in the WIC program for baby formula. That’s coming up on This Land of Ours. Image by tung256 from Pixabay The USDA is extending a key funding flexibility…
Strengthening the Meat Supply Chain with Nearly $22 Million Investment
…MPIRG award is for 111 grant projects aimed at helping strengthen and develop new market opportunities. “The Meat and Poultry Inspection Readiness Grants will help meat and poultry processors make…
Week in Review: Federals See Drought Impacts in Person & Harvester Sanitation Considerations
…for harvester sanitation approaches. A total of 50 projects in California are being funded through the Specialty Crop Block Grant Program. A coalition of agricultural organizations highlighted the need for…
California’s New Water Strategy Comes at Opportune Time
…one time, opportunity. The funding in last year’s budget, additional funding in this year’s budget; let’s be smart. And the governor is very focused on putting together strike teams,” Ross…
Weed Management Technology Survey Seeking Grower Feedback
…and leafy greens.” The survey is part of a USDA Specialty Crop Research Initiative planning grant. Information gathered through the questionnaire will be used to develop a multi-regional USDA grant…
Almond Update: Grant Supports Growers in Improving Pollinator Health
…Lewis said the funding from the grant will be available for a variety of grower activities. “One will be adding/planting forage in and around their orchards. Maybe a piece of…
AgNet News Hour: Thursday, 09-01-22
Get the latest agriculture news in today’s AgNet News Hour, hosted by Danielle Leal. Today’s show covers western ag groups seeking quick action for IRA water conservation funding, peach production…