…is important as policymakers at both the state and federal levels, and our partners in the value chain develop programs to reduce greenhouse gas emissions and address climate change.” NAFB…
California Agriculture Absent from State of the State
…improving air quality programs. The Governor described California as an “enterprising, modernizing, pluralizing, unionizing nation-state of opportunity,” while only referencing the needs and issues of rural communities in relation to…
Deadline for Conservation Reserve Program General Signup is Feb. 28
…programs in the U.S. It was originally intended to primarily control soil erosion and potentially stabilize commodity prices by taking marginal lands out of production. The program has evolved over…
Using Lagoon Water in SDI Systems for Forage Crops
There are multiple incentive programs for dairy farmers interested in using wastewater to irrigate forage crops with subsurface drip irrigation (SDI). Agronomic Relationship Manager for Netafim USA, Domonic Rossini noted…
Emma Chow Recognized for Conservation Excellence
…educational events for youth and adults and is involved in several local and state organizations. Outreach to underserved and nontraditional groups is a priority for Chow. She has developed outreach…
Relationships and Service Bring NRCS Conservationist State, National Honors
…Farm has implemented dozens of conservation practices on their farm through NRCS programs like the Environmental Quality Incentive Program (EQIP). “As you go, you can develop a relationship with producers…
Grant Applications Being Accepted for Dairy Methane Reduction Programs
The California Department of Food and Agriculture (CDFA) is currently accepting grant applications for dairy methane reduction programs. CDFA’s dairy methane reduction programs provide funding assistance for the installation of…
Farm City Newsday Wednesday, 02-12-20
…Reduction Programs, how to stay heart healthy with California Walnuts and it’s American Farm Bureau President Zippy Duvall’s first time to California’s Central Valley find out what he did while…
CBB Announces New Officers at 2020 Cattle Industry Convention
…help the Beef Checkoff achieve great success in 2020.” To learn more about the Beef Checkoff and its programs, including promotion, research, foreign marketing, industry information, consumer information and safety,…
Details of Risk Management Programs for Hemp Producers Announced
(USDA) — The U.S. Department of Agriculture (USDA) announced the availability of two programs that protect hemp producers’ crops from natural disasters. A pilot hemp insurance program through Multi-Peril Crop…
Almond Update: Bee Friendly Farming Teaming Up With CASP
…developed and Director of Programs and Operations Kelly Rourke said the Almond Board of California’s new Pollinator Protection Plan will align with their certification standards. Listen to Rourke’s full interview. …
Beef. It’s What’s For Dinner. New Ads Address Myths About Beef
…It’s What’s For Dinner. Checkoff-funded programs are focused on continuing to drive demand for beef by re-enforcing that real beef’s great taste and nutrition that cannot be replicated and directly…
More than 1,000 Attend Cattlemen’s College
Education recognized by attendees as key element to improving operations (NCBA) — More than 1,000 cattlemen and women took advantage of educational opportunities at the 27th annual Cattlemen’s College in San…
CSU-Bakersfield to Establish Grimm Family Center for Agricultural Business
…the company’s founders, Rod and Bob Grimm. According to the news release, the commitment is being made with the understanding that students preparing for agricultural careers need as much educational…