The enrollment period for safety-net programs from the U.S. Department of Agriculture (USDA) is currently underway. The Agriculture Risk Coverage (ARC) and the Price Loss Coverage (PLC) programs are taking…
Trump Announces Subcabinet to Modernize Water Resource Management
…under the order is the improvement of coordination between governments and communities including farmers, ranchers, and landowners, to “develop voluntary, market-based water and land management practices and programs that improve…
Conservation Reserve Program Producers Received 1.68 Billion in Payments
…ranchers who participate in CRP help provide numerous benefits to the nation’s environment and economy. Signed into law in 1985, CRP is one of the largest private-lands conservation programs in…
Farm City Newsday Tuesday, 10-13-20
…on a new traceability rule, and CAPCA’s virtual conference offering educational opportunities through October. Tune in to the show for these news stories, recipes, features and more. Danielle Leal Multi-Media…
OTA Details How Federal Policy Can Best Support Organic Production
…where federal support can help maximize those benefits. “There’s a lot of opportunities and gaps in federal policy to encourage organic practices. We are looking at existing programs, ways that…
Legislation Introduced to Enhance Meat Processing Infrastructure
…of $20 million for grant programs to expand meat processing training opportunities through colleges, universities, small operations, and nongovernmental organizations. The legislation also authorizes competitive grants for operations to address…
Almond Update: Virtual Conference Set to Mimic Past Events
…events, this year’s conference will include a trade show hall, production and research updates, educational sessions, social networking gatherings and more. Attendees will also have the opportunity to meet stakeholders…
CDFA Accepting Proposals for 2020 CalAgPlate Grant Program
…is restricted to the California Future Farmers of America Association. Tier two eligibility includes non-profit organizations and government agencies that administer agricultural education programs. Listen to the radio report below….
Conservation Challenges Highlighted in Subcommittee Hearing
…affecting operations. The hearing, Challenges and Successes of Conservation Programs in 2020, detailed how conservation efforts are faring amidst the pandemic. “This has been an unprecedented year with external influences…
Continuing Resolution Signed, CCC To Be Replenished
…been heavily reliant upon in 2020. “Today’s passage of the continuing resolution is an immense relief to farmers, who depend on federally-funded programs to access loans, technical support, and critical…
Almond Update: Cover Crop Impresses Grower, Increases Water Retention
…Cover Crop Impresses Grower, Increases Water Retention Find out how to take advantage of cover crop seed assistance programs at Almonds.com. There you can read more about Chris Rishwain’s cover crop story….
U.S. Cotton Trust Protocol Encouraging Industry Members to Enroll
…“By joining the Trust Protocol, our growers will now be able to better document their current sustainability programs using a quantifiable, digital platform and that data is assessed and verified…
Stopgap Funding Bill with Farming Support Moves Forward
…it recently became a political flashpoint, we are pleased lawmakers on both sides of the aisle recognize that these funds help to sustain conservation programs and stock America’s pantry.” A…
New Farmers.gov Feature Allows Entities to Conduct Online Business with USDA
…farmers.gov where we have new self-service features related to our conservation programs,” said Carlos Suarez, State Conservationist in California. “We’re proud to announce that both farmers and ranchers acting as…