…on the best course of action. The meeting was called in response to new guidance issued by the Centers for Disease Control (CDC) and the California Department of Public Health…
First Assessments of Groundwater Sustainability Plans Released by DWR
…cornerstone of the Sustainable Groundwater Management Act,” DWR Director Karla Nemeth said in a press release. “DWR’s evaluation and assessment of groundwater sustainability plans is an important step in the…
New Pandemic Cover Crop Program to Assist Growers
…being offered by USDA’s Risk Management Agency (RMA). Benefits being offered under the new program are designed to help growers maintain cover crops in their operations, in the face of…
CDFA Set to Update SWEEP, Public Comment Being Accepted on Draft Report
The California Department of Food and Agriculture (CDFA) is taking public comment on proposed updates to the State Water Efficiency and Enhancement Program (SWEEP). Last October, CDFA’s Environmental Farming Act…
Addressing Resistance-Breaking Strain of Tomato Spotted Wilt Virus
…significant or what looks to be significant impact of tomato spotted wilt virus,” said Bagley. “When I say significant, in this case I’m meaning over one to two percent of…
Cattle Market Concerns Outlined for Lawmakers
Industry groups are calling on lawmakers to take action on several cattle market concerns. Led by the National Cattlemen’s Beef Association (NCBA), dozens of industry groups have sent a letter…
Recognizing the Value of UC ANR with Big Dig Day of Fundraising
…UC ANR in recognition of the valuable work done in the areas of research and extension in agriculture, natural resource management, and community development. Initially launched in 2019, the Big…
Water Concerns Conveyed to Lieutenant Governor
…CFFA President Ian LeMay said it was a beneficial meeting, where issues related to drought and the Sustainable Groundwater Management Act (SGMA) were highlighted. “She understood the severity of it…
What Research Tells Us About the Future of California’s Citrus Industry
…are urging growers who may have increased confidence that HLB’s consequences won’t impact them anytime soon to not rely on the actions of others. In a recent study conducted by…
Tomato Growers Asked to Assist with Fusarium Wilt Research
…nematicides can have a positive impact on instances of fusarium wilt. The research project looks to test that hypothesis. “We’ve found through several years of trialing of new and different…
USDA Moves Forward with Debt Relief for Socially Disadvantaged Farmers
…under the American Rescue Plan Act of 2021 (ARPA). The NOFA lays out guidelines of loan payments for eligible farmers and ranchers that have qualifying direct farm loans. Sections 1005…
Farm Groups Gather to Discuss Cattle Market Concerns
…of multinational corporations. The time for action is long overdue, and NFU is glad to be a part of this effort to bring strong, swift, and meaningful reform.” The six…
Conservation Innovation Supported by Significant Investment from USDA
…of American agriculture.” CIG projects will focus on climate-smart management practices for grazing land conservation, carbon sequestration, and nutrient management. The CIG program is comprised of three elements including CIG…
More Than $45 Million Coming to Support Wood Projects
…an additional $30 million in matching and partner funds. A total of 60 projects will receive funding support for a variety of different activities. “To manage wildfire and address climate,…