…of our nation’s farmland, ranchland, wetlands and grasslands for future generations.” The 2014 Farm Bill consolidated three previous conservation easement programs into ACEP to make it easier for diverse agricultural…
More than $1.6 M for California as USDA Announces Grants for Childhood Obesity Prevention Programs
From CDFA Photo courtesy of CDFA. The USDA has awarded $9 million in grants to develop childhood obesity intervention programs through colleges and universities in 12 states and Puerto Rico….
New Funding for Childhood Obesity Prevention Programs
USDA grant funding is helping colleges and universities develop obesity prevention programs targeting youth. Rod Bain has the story. New Funding for Childhood Obesity Prevention Programs…
Administrator Dolcini Comments on USDA’s ARC/PLC Extension
…Coverage (PLC) safety net programs and the opportunity to update yield history and/or reallocate base acres. The deadline for both actions was schedule to end next Tuesday, March 31, but…
USDA Extends ARC and PLC Deadlines
…2015, to choose between Agriculture Risk Coverage (ARC) and Price Loss Coverage (PLC), the safety-net programs established by the 2014 Farm Bill. The final day to update yield history or…
Fuel Greatness with School Breakfast
…successfully implemented a breakfast programs — serving an average of 300 breakfasts a day — and the significant impact the program is having on the students and schools. The Fuel…
Western View: Drought Crisis Response Is Too Little
…with the drought this year. The program funds emergency assistance for workers, expands water conservation programs and builds infrastructure. As far as it goes, it’s a good and responsible reaction…
SLO Town Hall Meeting for Members; Groundwater Management Plans & Information
…on the management of critical groundwater resources in our area specifically, but not limited to, the Paso Robles Groundwater Basin. In order to address the facts, programs and proposals several…
USDA Looking to Help Boost State Job Programs
Cathy Isom Cathy Isom checks out what the USDA says needs to happen to reduce the number of people needing food assistance. Job Programs…
Governor Brown, Legislative Leaders Announce $1 Billion Emergency Drought Package
…continues with no signs yet of letting up,” said Governor Brown. “The programs funded by the actions announced today will provide direct relief to workers and communities most impacted by…
USDA Provides $57.9 Million to Protect Agriculture and Plants from Pests and Diseases through the 2014 Farm Bill Section 10007
…our crops, plants, and our natural resources from invasive threats.” Section 10007 of the 2014 Farm Bill supports two programs: Plant Pest and Disease Management and Disaster Prevention Programs and…
USDA NASS Continues to Survey Farmers and Landlords for TOTAL Survey
…federal policies and programs that affect U.S. farms and farm families. “Accurate data are key to better decision-making,” said Vic Tolomeo, Director of the NASS Pacific Regional Office. “By responding…
UC Davis Veterinary School Named Best in Nation by US News and World Report
…March 10, also recognized many of UC Davis’ professional schools and graduate programs as among the nation’s best, reflecting the campus’s excellence across a broad range of fields. “Our ultimate…
Kern County Farm Bureau Irrigation Efficiency Program Awarded $400,000 Grant from Bay-Delta Initiative
…alleviate sediment in surface waters 6. Increase wetland habitat restoration 7. Protect resident and migratory species of concern We are confident that through programs like these, Kern County agriculture will…