…and fails to give famers the opportunity they should have to participate in the process. “Because conservation compliance programs operate fundamentally as regulatory programs they should operate with all the…
Western View: Why So Much For Gasoline?
…– but their total price is, on average, 30 cents per gallon less. The study showed the price isn’t due to California’s cap and trade program for greenhouse gases. It’s…
California to Receive Significant Amount of Trade Promotion Program
The U.S. Department of Agriculture (USDA) will be awarding $200 million to 57 different organizations through the Agricultural Trade Promotion Program (ATP). The program is intended to enhance further expansion…
Legislative Work Continues on Disaster Relief Package
…losses from 2018 disasters can go in and sign up for that assistance,” Langley noted. Legislative Work Continues on Disaster Relief Package Sponsored Content CIR Agriculture Harvester Products March 1,…
Two CA Congressmen Reintroduce 2019 Flood Insurance For Farmers Act
…National Flood Insurance Program. It is also seeking to allow construction and repairs for agriculture structures built in high-flood-risk areas designated by the Federal Emergency Management Agency. The bill has…
Helping Producers Aid Monarch Butterfly
…through the Environmental Quality Incentives Program (EQIP) and other Farm Bill-funded programs. NRCS accepts applications for conservation programs on a continuous basis. Producers interested in assistance are encouraged to contact…
Participation Encouraged for the 2019 Labor Survey
…agricultural immigration program. Immigration policies appear to be one of the main issues affecting labor availability in agriculture. The agricultural industry as a whole, particularly in California, has been calling…
Combat Common Weed Threats to Tree Nuts to Maximize Yields
With herbicide resistance on the rise, California tree nut growers must stay vigilant and nimble to keep weeds at bay. A comprehensive weed management program can help ensure that pressures…
USDA Seeking Public Input on Wetland Determination Guidance
…wetland determinations,” said NRCS Chief Matt Lohr. “The updates do not change the definition of a wetland for USDA program participation purposes, but rather provide greater clarity and uniformity in…
Disaster Recovery Bill on Hold Until Government Shutdown Is Resolved
…that program for ’18, with additional funding as well as a few modifications to the program to try to make it more responsive to the needs of producers that suffered…
USDA to Reopen All FSA Offices – Extends MFP Payment Deadline to Feb. 14
…support for farmers and ranchers and they count on those services being available. We want to offer as much assistance as possible until the partial government shutdown is resolved.” The…
FSA Services Expanded During Ongoing Government Shutdown
…Farmers and ranchers who need assistance with FSA programs are encouraged to contact their local FSA service center to make an appointment. A full list of services that will be…
Growing Challenges to Obtaining Enough Organic Seed
…that will fit our program in the volumes that we need as organic seed…that’s one of the main hot points in the national program right now is the organic seed…
HLB Detections Increased in 2018 as Monitoring Efforts Intensify
…2018, the California Department of Food and Agriculture’s (CDFA) Citrus Pest and Disease Prevention Program (CPDPP) redoubled efforts to limit the spread of HLB and its vector Asian citrus psyllid…