…the growth of even more new and existing companies.” The grant will help the center continue to develop partnerships with city and county water planning and conservation departments, area industries,…
WUD, NRCS, and Audubon California Working Together
The USDA’s Natural Resources Conservation Service (NRCS) has teamed with Audubon California and the Western United Dairymen organizations to announce an innovative new conservation project to boost habitat and outreach…
Silicon Valley Bank Foresees Breakout Year Ahead for U.S. Fine Wine Business
…the world’s most innovative companies and exclusive wineries, SVB offers diverse financial services, knowledge, global networks, and world class service to increase our clients’ probability of success. Our Wine Division…
Red Palm Weevil Eradicated from California
Courtesy: UCANR Effective January 18, 2015, the Animal and Plant Health Inspection Service (APHIS) is declaring eradication of red palm weevil (RPW) from the Laguna Beach area of Orange County,…
UC Makes Gains in Rebuilding its Extension Service
…president of UC Agriculture and Natural Resources, noted that 2013 was the first time in recent years that UC hired more cooperative Extension faculty than had retired. In December, she…
Drop in San Jose Scale Reports
…several pests can tell you if you need to treat your orchards at all. Symmes stressed the importance of monitoring the natural defenses at the same time as the pests….
Officials Say New Projects Mark New Era in Conservation
…of conservation projects under a new USDA program marks the start of a new era in conservation efforts. Gary Crawford reports. Officials Say New Projects Mark New Era in Conservation…
Farm Bureau Approves Strategic Action Plan for 2015
…and in many cases their water resources are on or near their property. He said they typically adopt new technology related to conservation and frequently those moves also enhance the…
First USDA Forecast Shows Normal Water Supply Forecast for Much of the West
…and less to the Pacific Northwest. The NWCC, part of USDA’s Natural Resources Conservation Service, monitors conditions year-round and will continue to issue monthly forecasts until June. The water supply…
The Fresno Food Expo Celebrates with Agricultural Tour
…Gillum, Vice President of Operations at Busseto Foods; Chuck Nichols, Owner of Nichols Farms; Denver Schutz, Technical Services Manager at Gerawan Farming; Suzanne Palazzo, Vice President of Marketing and Production…
Spotlight on Investments in Conservation
A mid-week announcement by the Agriculture Secretary will show how partnerships could lead to greater investments in conservation. Spotlight on Investments in Conservation…
Agriculture Secretary Vilsack Makes Major Announcement Regarding Conservation Projects
…startup partnerships that deliver locally-led conservation solutions,” said Natural Resources Conservation Service (NRCS) Chief Jason Weller. “RCPP puts our partners in the driver’s seat. Projects are led locally, and demonstrate…
Experts Predict Growing Uncertainty for Water Supplies
…National Water Resources Association, said current climate models suggest reduced water supplies in the West due to long-term droughts. That means people in Western states “need to figure out what…
Dairy Producers Enroll in New Margin Protection Program
…July 1, 2015 and Sept. 30, 2015. To learn more about the Margin Protection Program, visit the Farm Service Agency (FSA) online at http://www.fsa.usda.gov/ or contact a local FSA office…