…supports changes for cotton and dairy farmers, but remains opposed to “farm programs being pitted against nutrition programs.” Further, Johnson says the dairy industry needs more help than outlined in…
USDA Seeks Applications for $10 Million in Conservation Innovation Grants
…better integrate organic systems into NRCS programs and procedures and improve NRCS programs accessibility. As a result, NRCS changed 15 Conservation Stewardship Program (CSP) conservation enhancements, added one new CSP…
CDFA Now Accepting Temporary Cannabis Licensing Applications
The California Department of Food and Agriculture’s (CDFA) CalCannabis program has officially launched its online licensing system and is now accepting applications for temporary commercial cannabis licenses for cultivators, nurseries…
Emergency Request for ACP Regional Quarantine Amendment
…quarantine zones and three nursery stock regional quarantine zones. The Citrus Pest and Disease Prevention Program will share the decision through a Citrus Alert after OAL makes their final decision….
The Western View: Red Combines
…art. The Western View: Red Combines This new book chronicles the history of one of the most important mechanical devices ever invented. The book is about combine harvesters built by…
USDA Highlights $40 Million in Infrastructure Investments in Rural Communities
…programs including housing, realty and assets, youth, Head Start and elder programs. The project involves road, water, sewer and electrical upgrades and a new paved parking area. New Jersey: The…
CDFA Announces Funding for Dairy Digester Development Program
The California Department of Food and Agriculture (CDFA) is now accepting applications for the Dairy Digester Research and Development Program (DDRDP). The program, which is funded through California Climate Investment…
How to Plan, and Work, Your Winter Kitchen Garden
…For a better and longer yield be sure to harvest the outermost leaves. Perfecting your produce will be ebb and flow. Tend your garden indoors as you would if it…
Conaway Ready For Farm Bill Work
…to be eligible for these programs.” He also says plans for the Supplemental Nutrition Assistance Program should line up with Republican goals of tightening up federal spending. From the National…
NRCS Invests 84.6 Million Through EQIP for 2017
…made in partnered projects under the umbrella of NRCS’s Regional Conservation Partnership Program. RCPP combines EQIP, easement programs and leveraged resources from partners to address local stewardship concerns in a…
Pilot Program Gives Canada Beef and Pork Exports Expanded Access to China
A pilot program is allowing exporters of Canadian beef and pork expanded access to China. The bilateral pilot project announced Monday will expand access to China for Canadian chilled beef…
APHIS Wildlife Services to Begin Field Trials on Feral Swine Toxic Bait
…Management Program— a nationally-coordinated effort among Federal, State, Tribal and local entities to manage feral swine damage and stop their spread. More information about the sodium nitrite toxic bait for…
Thomas Fire Scorches Avocado Acreage
…the total that has been affected by the fire. “We know we’ve lost at least several hundred acres of avocados, probably more,” said Research Program Director for the California Avocado…
USDA to Allow States Flexibility for SNAP
The U.S. Ag Department (USDA) sent a letter to state administrators of the Supplemental Nutrition Assistance Program (SNAP) advising them that changes will be coming to the program. The Hagstrom…