…investments in voluntary, producer-led, working lands conservation programs,” Agriculture Secretary Tom Vilsack said in a separate news release. “Grassland CRP clearly demonstrates, time and time again, that conservation priorities and…
GATES Act Aims to Include Larger Farms in Conservation Programs
…or they’re just not going to be relevant.” The GATES Act would apply to the Conservation Reserve Program (CRP), Environmental Quality Incentives Program (EQIP), and Conservation Stewardship Program (CSP). Congressman…
Specialty Crop Farm Bill Alliance Lauds Introduction of Legislation Addressing Industry Needs
…that get 75% of their income from farming or related farming practices. It would apply to the Conservation Reserve Program, Environmental Quality Incentives Program, and Conservation Stewardship Program. SCFBA has…
Record-Setting Grassland Conservation Reserve Program Signup
…demonstrates the continued popularity, success and value of investments in voluntary, producer-led, working lands conservation programs,” said Ducheneaux. “Grassland CRP clearly demonstrates that conservation priorities and agricultural productivity not only…
DWR Awards Nearly $17 Million in LandFlex Grants
…types of programs, Febbo explained. LandFlex grants will be used to support water conservation and climate-resilient agriculture in the San Joaquin Valley. Additionally, the program incentivizes farmers to permanently reduce…
Coalition Pushes for Timely Passage of 2023 Farm Bill
…effort to promote the timely passage of the 2023 Farm Bill. The group has identified five core objectives for the campaign, which include food security, job creation, conservation, risk management,…
Honeybee Colony Numbers Remain Stable, Despite A Nearly 50 Percent Loss
…practices, increased awareness of pollinator conservation, and the development of innovative strategies to combat the various threats facing honeybees. Brian German Ag News Director / AgNet West Twitter LinkedIn Facebook…
Week in Review: Winegrapes Benefit from Winter Weather & Tulare Lake Starting to Recede
…on the workforce issues faced by ag producers. Almond Alliance CEO, Aubrey Bettencourt said they are working with lawmakers to address some of the limitations of the Conservation Reserve Enhancement…
Almond Update: Proactively Working to Protect Growers with Pollinator Habitat
…providing to pollinator species. ABC has been collaborating with the Almond Alliance of California, other agricultural organizations, as well as some conservation groups in negotiating an agreement with the U.S….
Week in Review: Strong Potential for Biologicals & Spotted Lanternfly Mitigation Plan Developed
…they are working with lawmakers to address some of the limitations of the Conservation Reserve Enhancement Program. The biologicals sector holds tremendous potential for agriculture, however, work still needs to…
Bureau of Reclamation Supports Water Blueprint for the San Joaquin Valley
…encompass water quality, supply, conveyance, reliability, conservation efforts, flood control, and population growth. By conducting a comprehensive analysis, the CWI and Water Blueprint for the San Joaquin Valley aim to…
USDA Announces Investment in Wildlife Conservation
The Department of Agriculture (USDA) is investing in wildlife conservation. That’s coming up on This land of Ours. Courtesy USDA/NRCS The USDA this week expanded wildlife conservation investments by $500…
New Irrigation Resource for California Producers Available from NCAT
…irrigation resource was made possible through NCAT’s Soil for Water project which is supported by the U.S. Department of Agriculture’s Natural Resources Conservation Service (NRCS). The 150-page guide features diagrams,…
Efforts to Strengthen CREP Value for Western Producers
Increasing accessibility for the Conservation Reserve Enhancement Program (CREP) is one of the priorities for the Almond Alliance of California in the upcoming farm bill. CREP is a component of…