…and the Paycheck Protection Program are forecast to reach $23.4 billion in 2020. The figure represents an increase of $22 billion over 2019 levels. Farm sector profits could be further…
Trump, Biden Outline Agricultural Priorities
…Biden’s responses focus heavily on environmental sustainability and improving prosperity in rural communities. He, too, pledges to rely on experts and scientists when it comes to policies and regulation. He…
Reminder: CFAP Application Window Closes September 11
…that are eligible. There’s actually an application generator on there,” said U.S. Department of Agriculture (USDA) Farm Service Agency (FSA) Administrator Richard Fordyce. “The application generator actually allows them to…
Farm City Newsday Monday, 09-07-20
…olive seasons as well as the EPA wanting to streamline regulations for plant-incorporated protectants. Also, the CFAP deadline is this Friday, get more details on how to apply. Tune in…
UCCE Continuing Education Seminars for September and October
…on specific weed species, resistance management, and new herbicides in rice. Agronomy Advisor Sarah Light will be discussing opportunities to decrease environmental risk through pesticide selection and application, accurate diagnosis,…
Housing for the Harvest Program Expands to Santa Barbara
…and public health.” The Santa Barbara County Department of Public Health will be working with the local Family Service Agency in managing the program. “COVID-19 has had a profound impact…
USDA Offers Disaster Assistance to California Farmers and Livestock Producers Impacted by Wildfires
…and physical losses. USDA’s Natural Resources Conservation Service (NRCS) also offers programs to help in the recovery process. The Environmental Quality Incentives Program (EQIP)’s Catastrophic Fire Recovery practice provides resource protection for…
USDA Extends Free Meal Programs for Children Through End of Year
The U.S. Department of Agriculture (USDA) announced that the agency will be extending free meal programs for children through as late as December 31. The flexibilities being enacted will provide…
UC Cooperative Extension to Investigate Healthy Soil Practices with CDFA Grants
…latest knowledge on environmental sustainability practices with the older traditions of livestock grazing in Northern California,” Bailey said. “This is a progressive step that ties in ecological knowledge that can…
New Food Safety Measures Approved by California LGMA
…protection materials. The updates also bolster monitoring requirements for water to provide for regular water quality testing, with samples taken throughout irrigation systems. Amendments were also approved to help minimize…
ESA to Potentially Reflect A New ‘Habitat’ Definition Under Proposal
…for countless stakeholders such as private landowners, industry, and states.” The proposal for a new ‘habitat’ definition has caused concern for some environmental groups. The National Wildlife Federation has claimed…
National Preparedness Month Webinars from UCCE
…The interactive webinar will feature personnel from the California Department of Food and Agriculture, Farm Service Agency, Natural Resources Conservation Service, and emergency responders. Some of the topics of the…
Farmers to Families Program Extended and Expanded
…also announced that the agency has started issuing food box agreements for the upcoming third round of solicitations. The additional funding for the program has been made possible as part…
Wildfire Assistance from USDA Being Offered to Famers and Ranchers
…USDA and the Federal Emergency Management Agency. The platform provides easy access to disaster-related resources, which helps producers identify which programs may be available to them. Farmers and ranchers affected…
