…necessary space to fully evaluate the life cycle emissions of biomass products—from harvest and processing to energy production and end-use. Understanding the net carbon footprint of biomass is vital to…
Western Tree Nut Association Backs Expansion of Agricultural Chipping to Curb Emissions
…Emissions Sponsored Content CIR Agriculture Harvester Products March 1, 2026 Let’s Talk Livestock Risk Protection For Those Beef On Dairy Animals – Matt Ramsey November 4, 2025 CIR Agriculture Harvester…
AgNet News Hour Wednesday, 04-16-25
…to go directly to farmers, not administrative costs. Initially frozen by the Trump administration, the program aims to promote commodities with lower greenhouse gas emissions. Brooke Rollins, USDA Secretary, supports…
CDFA/OARS Allocates Grants Aimed at Reducing Methane Emissions
…$24.82 million in grants to 30 projects aimed at reducing methane emissions. These projects, part of the Alternative Manure Management Program and the Dairy Digester Research and Development Program, are…
CalCAN Advocates for a Continuous Allocation of CA GGRF for Agricultural Climate Solutions
…help reduce emissions, lower farm costs, and maintain food affordability. Despite contributing 8% to statewide greenhouse gas emissions and having significant carbon sequestration potential, farmers historically receive only 2% of…
California Lettuce Growers see Increase in Compliance Costs
…by less than 1% from 2017 to 2024. A study by Cal Poly San Luis Obispo, attributes these costs to regulations like the Sustainable Groundwater Management Act, equipment emissions standards,…
Interim Rule on Technical Guidelines for Climate-Smart Agriculture Crops Used as Biofuel Feedstocks Announced
…Guidelines for Climate-Smart Agriculture Crops Used as Biofuel Feedstocks. The interim rule establishes guidelines for quantifying, reporting, and verifying the greenhouse gas (GHG) emissions associated with the production of biofuel…
AgNet News Hour Monday, 01-20-25
…as no-till, strip-till, and cover crops to reduce carbon emissions. They also explore the introduction of sustainable aviation fuel (SAF) and the required infrastructure. Former Agriculture Secretary Tom Vilsack’s comments…
Report Warns Losing Glyphosate Could Reshape Farm Bill Costs and Policies
…Bill period. Environmental impacts are also at stake, as CO2 emissions could increase by over 33 million tons annually, and past investments in cover cropping might be undermined. For more…
AgNet News Hour Thursday, 12-19-24
…at replicating a successful California program that reduces methane emissions from dairy farms by converting manure into compost. The program, which provides grants for equipment like augers and compost turners,…
Almond Update: Almond Industry Sees Growth and Sustainability Milestones
…from the air, just with the trees in the ground right now,” she said. This amount is equivalent to the emissions of all passenger cars in Oregon, California, Washington, and…
EPA Finalizes Approval for California Clean Air Plan Updates in San Joaquin Valley
…documents. Additionally, the EPA formally approved amendments to the “Valley Incentive Measure,” which credits farmers for replacing older equipment with cleaner alternatives. The updated SIP recognizes emissions reductions achieved through…
COP29 Wraps Up with Mixed Outcomes and Lingering Disputes
…for reducing emissions. This development, celebrated by delegates, operationalizes cooperative strategies long in the making. The conference set a new climate finance goal of at least $300 billion per year…
Ag Industry Praised for Emission Efforts, Faces New Challenges
…hurdles, McGlothlin highlighted the industry’s commitment to reducing emissions. During the session, the Air Resources Board (CARB) and EPA Region 9 acknowledged the Valley’s success in meeting air quality standards….