…covers erosion control and water quality practices on eligible cropland, rangeland, and nonindustrial private forestland. Typical practices include mulching, seeding, grade stabilization, tree planting and other measures to protect burned…
Register Now for The Central Valley Summit
…in Parlier. The San Joaquin Valley Air Pollution Control District is bringing together growers, scientists and researchers for a two-day summit addressing clean alternatives to burning agricultural waste. Registration and…
Almond Board: Leadership Program Personal Experience
…in key areas like water quality and irrigation practices, pest management, air quality and biomass. Established in 1950 and based in Modesto, California, Almond Board of California is a non-profit…
Celebrating National Vinegar Day
…of acetic acid and water. The acetic acid is produced by the fermentation process; acetic acid bacteria oxidize ethanol to acetic acid. Vinegar is divided into different types depending on…
GAO Climate Change Report Estimates Lost Crop Revenues
…this week by the GAO. The report anticipates various regions of the U.S. will experience crop yield losses, increased road damage and changes in water supply and demand. The GOA…
USDA Offers Support to People and Communities Affected by California Wildfires
…to help repair or rebuild rural water and wastewater systems in the aftermath of this disaster. Help for Businesses Rural Development can help businesses recover from the damage caused by…
Almond Matters: First Rains Mean Weed Control Begins
…Pat Clay said as most producers know, weed management starts now. “As a reminder, because everyone knows quite well, weeds are going to sap resources. They compete for water, nutrients,…
Farmers in Wildfire Zones Assess Impact
…erupted near Potter Valley, Frost Pauli said. The first two days of the fire fight focused on saving homes, Pauli said; after that, attention turned to saving the town’s water…
NRCS Streamlining EQIP Applications for Fire Recovery
…life and property resulting from the fires,” said Tarver with NRCS. “It is work we can do with a local sponsor to help a damaged watershed channel water and mitigate…
Building Your Own No Dig Garden Bed
…Then, sprinkle a thin layer of more nitrogen-rich material, such as manure, compost, food scraps, over coffee grounds. Water the area, cover it with a layer of either cardboard or…
Stabenow to Shield Farm Bill from Cuts
…not on the chopping block for cuts. This amendment protects farm programs from harmful budgets cuts.” She says the amendment also helps to protect America’s land and water, as well…
CDFA and DWR Award Grant to Improve Water Efficiency
…improvements made to water delivery systems will assist in bringing surface water to farming operations that rely completely on groundwater for irrigation, easing demands on local water basins that have…
USDA Helps Small Businesses Develop New Agricultural Products, Technology
…– biology; animal production and protection; air, water, and soils; food science and nutrition; rural and community development; aquaculture; biofuels and biobased products; small and mid-size farms; and plant production…
Seasonal Fruits for Your Health
…that help draw water to the outside part of our skin. Cranberries are like magic. They can prevent cancer, detox your liver, reduce stomach ulcers, and fight off cardiovascular disease….