Getting obsolete and surplus seeds to areas of the world that need it most —that’s the objective for Seed Programs International. Fighting Poverty with Seeds Seed Programs International is a…
Preparing for an Uncertain Future with Climate Smart Agriculture
…At CDFA, we have a variety of programs and efforts underway to support agricultural sustainability, build resilience to climate change and reduce greenhouse gas emissions: More-efficient irrigation technologies — like…
Green Industry Advances Are Focus of March 9 Conference; Awards Ceremony
…Ecologic, and is a pioneer in using 3D printing for auto design. His topic is “Transportation in the 21stCentury.” The 2016 keynote address, educational events and vendor displays and will…
California Ag Secretary Lauds Food Safety Program Ready to Implement FSMA Now
…the Department as they begin the job of implementing and funding food safety inspections. In her comments Secretary Ross emphasized the need to capitalize on programs like the LGMA which…
USDA Expands Insurance Options for Farmers Transitioning to Certified Organic Agriculture
…$4.22 (for certified organic production). A Contract Price Addendum fact sheet is available online at http://go.usa.gov/cyFGR. Since 2009, USDA has strengthened programs that support organic producers as they grow, thrive…
Record-Breaking 49th Annual World Ag Expo
…back to Tulare year after year!” Other attractions at World Ag Expo this year included the Equipment Showcase in the World Ag Expo Arena, multiple Ride & Drives, educational seminars,…
USDA Initiative Restores Forests, Reduces Wildfire Threats through Local Partnerships
…programs and partnerships to decrease the threat of wildfire, restore forest habitat and increase economic and other opportunities for the families and businesses that make their homes near woodlands.” Bonnie…
USDA Announces $58.25 Million to Protect Ag and Plants from Pests and Diseases
…Polyphagous Shot Hole Borer/Fusarium Dieback in avocado: $175,000 for survey, early detection, and educational outreach in California; Bark beetle: $157,793 for a Regional Identification Center for Bark Beetle and other…
Almond Board: Workshops for Growers
…22nd century • Irrigation scheduling and infrastructure • Available incentive programs • SWEEP, NRCS EQIP & CSP, etc. • Irrigated Lands Regulatory Program (ILRP) Updates • Nitrogen management plans, farm…
‘My Job Depends on Ag’ at the World Ag Expo
…get the word out, show our solidarity, and eventually fund our scholarships & other educational efforts. The support for our efforts has been tremendous, and we encourage you to like…
Agri View: Drone Rules
…more about the Know Before You Fly educational campaign. Different Types of UAS Operations Public Operations (Governmental) Civil Operations (Non-Governmental) Model Aircraft (Hobby or Recreation only) Unmanned Aircraft Systems (UAS)…
Voluntary Conservation Journey
…with other farmers in our area. It’s been really important to have those programs to help farmers understand how easy it is to start using no till and cover crop.”…
Citrus Greening Grants Awarded
…Since the SCRI CDRE program’s inception in 2014, USDA has granted $43.6 million in research dollars to combat the destructive citrus greening disease. HLB was initially detected in Florida in…
Application Deadline for 2016 Conservation Stewardship Program is March 31
…types. A detailed CSP program description and application for producers are available at: http://www.nrcs.usda.gov/wps/portal/nrcs/main/ca/programs/financial/csp/ For more on technical and financial assistance available through conservation programs, visit www.nrcs.usda.gov/GetStarted or a local…