…to leverage tax-payer dollars with additional funding. In fact, we bring in more than a one-to-one match on our funding,” FFAR Executive Director Sally Rockey described how that funding is…
CA Water Plan Update 2018 Open for Public Comment
…as water managers and policy-makers in the development of the draft Update 2018. Update 2018 contains recommended actions, funding scenarios, and an investment strategy to strengthen efforts to address some…
Perdue Details USDA Functions in the Event of a Lapse in Federal Funding
…non-appropriated sources. Research facilities except for the care for animals, plants and associated infrastructure to preserve agricultural research. Provision of new grants or processing of payments for existing grants to…
Perdue Announces ERS, NIFA Site Selection Criteria
…with training and interests in agriculture, many of whom come from land-grant universities.” USDA is following a rigorous site selection process, with leadership from USDA, ERS, and NIFA involved. USDA…
Perdue Applauds USDA’s 2018 Accomplishments
…helping U.S. agricultural exporters develop new markets. A total of 71 organizations have applied for the program, submitting requests totaling more than $600 million, for funding that will be allocated…
The 2018 Farm Bill is Officially Here
…intended to keep the American agricultural industry secure. “By signing this bill, we are protecting our crop insurance programs and funding that producers rely on in times of disaster,” President…
Industry Excited for Dairy Policy Reforms in Farm Bill
…both MPP and the Livestock Gross Margin insurance program. Trade promotion programs will be receiving full funding in the farm bill, and land and water conservation programs will also continue…
Farm Bill Set to Bring Several Benefits to California Growers
…in funding for organic and specialty crops, actually research in general, they’re authorized higher. Now of course the next step is fighting for appropriations.” About the Author Brian German Facebook…
Round Two of Trade Mitigation Payments Coming From USDA
…More than 70 organizations applied for the program and FAS will be announcing ATP funding awards at the start of the new year. About the Author Brian German Facebook Twitter…
Six New Dairy Biomethane Projects Receive Funding
Multiple dairy biomethane projects were recently awarded funding by members of the California Public Utilities Commission (CPUC), the California Air Resources Board (CARB), and the California Department of Food and…
Farm Bureau: USDA Broadband Program Will Boost Rural Economy
…life for rural Americans. “This $600 million grant and loan program to connect farmers, ranchers and other rural Americans to a network so central to our prosperity is more than…
USDA Launches New Program to Create High-Speed Internet e-Connectivity in Rural America
Agriculture Secretary Sonny Perdue announced that the United States Department of Agriculture (USDA) is offering up to $600 million in loans and grants to help build broadband infrastructure in rural…
NCBA to Congress: Vote “Yes” to Get 2018 Farm Bill Across the Finish Line
…bank will provide critical protection to rural economies, and we look forward to working with Secretary Perdue and Congress to address future funding needs. ”We ask Members of Congress to vote…
CCM: Farm Bill Deal Good for Citrus Future
…Farm Bill which dedicated research funding for citrus. “The trust fund language is a significant win for U.S. citrus growers,” says CCM President Joel Nelsen. “It’s critical for the future…