…service to develop their first partnered project, and their most significant. Using the Environmental Quality Incentive Program, Dewlson Family Farms was able to create a grass way for runoff that…
HLB Quarantine Regulation Change to Further Protect California Citrus
…of ACP on those shipments as well. Citrus Pest and Disease Prevention Program Operations Subcommittee Chairman Keith Watkins said in a release, “By potentially shipping psyllids into an area known…
Citrus Industry Groups Provide Context of COVID-19 Damage to USDA
…because they’re trying to put together a program with limited funds that’s very complex,” said CCM President and CEO Casey Creamer. “We know USDA has a tough job ahead of…
Struggling Producers Ready to Meet Increased Food Bank Needs
…the solution. The Department has the opportunity to help address both unfortunate consequences described above through a voucher program that would deepen the relationships between farmers and food banks, allowing…
UC ANR extends information to more Californians online while social distancing
…day as part of CalFresh Health Living, UC’s nutrition and physical activity program. In Imperial County, 4-H program representative Anita Martinez is leading cooking demonstrations and organizing 4-H All Stars…
Critical Timing for Vine Mealybug Management
…have a field that has a chronic infestation, which means that you had a problem last year with this pest, its best to develop a program in advance.” Controlling vine…
Lawmakers Propose “California Farmworker COVID-19 Relief Package”
…Act (to be amended) — Expands paid sick leave for farmworkers from 3 days to 2 weeks — Provides for supplemental hazard pay, to compensate farmworkers for increased health and…
USDA Taking Feedback on Agriculture Innovation Agenda
…the next 10 to 30 years. The program itself is comprised of four main components all aimed at facilitating coordination between stakeholders, to implement the most valuable technologies on a…
USDA Working to Mitigate the Cost of Milk Dumping
…counted as milk marketings for the Dairy Revenue Production or actual marketings for the Livestock Gross Margin for Dairy programs. “The market realities of the COVID-19 era demand solutions, and…
Still Time to Apply for Dairy Methane Reduction Programs
…challenges presented by the coronavirus, CDFA extended the grant application deadline to Monday, April 27. The Dairy Digester Research and Development Program and the Alternative Manure Management Program are funded…
AFBF Details How Stimulus Funding Can Best Serve Producers
…AFBF proposes that USDA should begin purchasing dairy, beef, pork, and poultry products to be distributed in food and nutrition programs. Other suggestions include creating a voucher program through the…
$5 Billion in Relief Sought for Produce Market Stabilization Program
A significant number of industry groups are seeking financial relief for the produce supply chain through a comprehensive Produce Market Stabilization Program. Nearly 90 industry organizations representing a variety of…
Farmer Relief Fund from American Farmland Trust Aims to Help Ag
…the effort has already garnered significant support from donors and substantial interest from farmers and ranchers who need assistance. “Farmers and ranchers all across the country have seen their primary…
Spring Cattle Work Calls for COVID-19 Precautions
…work. UC Agriculture and Natural Resources brings the power of UC research in agriculture, natural resources, nutrition and youth development to local communities to improve the lives of all Californians. Learn…