…area of funding support would be directed at sustainable agricultural practices that combat climate change. A total of $1.135 billion would be invested to support conservation efforts, improve healthy soil…
Renewal Applications for CSP Being Extended
UPDATE: Deadline Extended to April 7 The U.S. Department of Agriculture (USDA) will continue accepting renewal applications for the Conservation Stewardship Program (CSP) through the end of the month. Those…
USDA Seeks Comment on Climate-Smart Agriculture Approach
…department-wide effort to combat the effects of climate change wherever possible. Conservation of natural resources, biodiversity, and lands are essential components of those efforts. USDA relies on industry engagement and…
DWR Issues Allocation Reduction for State Water Project
…to increase water conservation measures and reduce irrigated acreage. Dry Conditions Also Affect Central Valley Project While Central Valley Project contractors have yet to receive an allocation reduction, their allotments…
USDA to Provide $75 Million for Alternative Practices for Conservation
…Regional Conservation Partnership Program’s (RCPP) Alternative Funding Arrangements (AFA). The AFA program prioritizes conservation solutions at multiple levels that emphasize a non-traditional approach. USDA’s Natural Resources Conservation Service (NRCS) will…
Coalition Highlights Value of Crop Insurance as Congress Develops Budget
…crop insurance policy.” Nearly 60 different organizations representing farming, banking, and conservation interests make up the coalition. Some of the groups include the American Farm Bureau Federation, National Council of…
Public Comment Sought for Revised Conservation Practice Standards
…producers, organizations, and others that employ its conservation practices to provide feedback on the revised standards. Listen to the radio report below. Public Comment Sought for Revised Conservation Practice Standards…
Partnership Looks to Enhance Organic Conservation Practices
A new three-year partnership is aimed at helping expand the implementation of organic conservation practices. An agreement was recently made between the U.S. Department of Agriculture’s Natural Resources Conservation Service…
USDA Leadership Continues Taking Shape with Recent Appointments
…Farm Production and Conservation (FPAC). USDA also announced the appointment of Zach Ducheneaux as Administrator of the Farm Service Agency (FSA). “We are honored to have professionals of the caliber…
Low Initial CVP Allocations Met with Disappointment
…2 received no allocation. Eastside water service contractors including the Central San Joaquin Water Conservation District and Stockton East Water District have been allocated 100 percent of their contract totals….
New Form Required for Certain NRCS Customers
Producers and landowners involved in certain programs from the U.S. Department of Agriculture’s Natural Resources Conservation Service (NRCS) conservation being advised of changes in some paperwork requirements. The Farm Service…
Week in Review: Positive Trends in Winegrape Planting, Conservation Practices Prove Their Value
The industry has been making progress in addressing market imbalances with a reduction in winegrape planting. A recent study from the Natural Resources Conservation Service shows how effective conservation practices…
CRP General Signup Period Extended by USDA
The U.S. Department of Agriculture (USDA) has announced that the general signup period for the Conservation Reserve Program (CRP) has been extended. The CRP general signup has previously been scheduled…
ACEP Final Rule Released by USDA Includes Several Updates
…from being converted to other uses. The program also helps to restore and protect wetlands through the use of innovative conservation systems. “Conservation easements are a critical conservation tool helping…