The State Water Resources Control Board (SWRCB) is warning water rights holders that failure to file their annual reports will result in significant fines. Annual water use reports for all…
New Survey Examines Consumers’ Understanding of the Environmental Impact of Chicken Production
…these issues is low. Water issues are seen as having high environmental impact, but consumers are less knowledgeable about them. Water impact/water contamination (74%) and water usage (69%) are seen…
The Fuss-Free Herb to Grow in Your Garden
…Strawberries. Sage hates wet feet so don’t over water. The plant will tolerate dry conditions, so water deeply once a week or so, allowing the soil around the plant to…
USDA Opens Signup for National Conservation Innovation Grants
…– ultimately, they improve water quality, soil health, and wildlife habitat. Program At A Glance National and State CIG – Public and private grantees develop the tools, technologies, and strategies…
Unseasonable Rains Contribute to Weed Control Issues
…areas that do not normally experience significant surface soil moisture, could also be compounded with lowered efficacy of preemergent herbicides in creating weed control issues. While water is required to…
Court Strikes 2015 Water Rule
A federal court on Tuesday invalidated the Environmental Protection Agency and Army Corps of Engineers’ 2015 expansion of federal jurisdiction over small and isolated waters. After years of litigation in…
Almond Matters: Industry Works Toward Sustainability Goals
…water use, reducing the water required for production by a third over the past twenty years through the adoption of more efficient irrigation systems. Tools and techniques such as beneficial…
Lavender Oil Has Many Uses
…a spray bottle full of water. Outside of the home, Lavender oil can repel insects. So forget the stinky chemical repellents, and use lavender oil on skin to prevent insect…
USDA Releases Baseline Data on Antimicrobial Use by Beef and Swine Operations
…include data on recordkeeping, decision making and veterinarian involvement. The main findings of these studies include: The majority of feedlots (87.5 percent) gave cattle antimicrobials in feed, water, or by…
CVP Allocation Increased to 70% for South-of-Delta Contractors
…2 contractors has now been extended to Friday, June 14. As part of the updated CVP allocation for South-of-Delta contractors, the Bureau highlighted the ongoing challenges in providing more water…
Conservation Reserve Program Sign Ups Begin in June
…CRP signup will include several different conservation practices that prioritize water quality. Some of the activities include filter strips, wetland restoration, grassed waterways, and riparian buffers. A comprehensive list of…
“Beef Cattle Industry Has Great Story to Tell” On Climate
…metrics like water resources, air and greenhouse gas emissions, and land resources. “The Roundtable is an example of ranchers leading the way on conservation,” Lyons-Blythe said. “Cattle ranchers took the…
Western View: Another Water Rights Grab
…the border between California (left) and Arizona (right) According to the article, the old Los Angeles Department of Water and Power – now the Metropolitan Water District – learned the…
Nomination Deadline Nears for 2019 California Leopold Conservation Award
…may be submitted on behalf of a landowner, or landowners may also nominate themselves for efforts that exemplify dedication to land, water and wildlife habitat management on private working lands. …