…an individual for a two-year term. The Task Force serves as an advisory body on issues related to air quality and its relationship to agricultural production. Those interested in serving…
Trump, Biden Outline Agricultural Priorities
…pandemic, trade wars and depressed markets. It is important for our members to understand where the presidential candidates stand on issues important to rural America.” President Trump’s responses focus largely…
UCCE Continuing Education Seminars for September and October
…On September 9, Orchard Systems Advisor Franz Niederholzer will be reviewing almond IPM practices. Vegetable Crops Advisor, Amber Vinchesi-Vahl will be discussing pest issues in vegetables along with a research…
UC Cooperative Extension and Colusa RCD launch ‘Soil Health Connection’
…Connection. To learn more about soil health in the Sacramento Valley, tune in to hear from the professionals who are getting their hands dirty with these issues every day. New…
USDA Offers Disaster Assistance to California Farmers and Livestock Producers Impacted by Wildfires
California agricultural operations have been significantly impacted by the wildfires, and the U.S. Department of Agriculture (USDA) has technical and financial assistance available to help farmers and livestock producers recover….
Almond Update: Maximizing Returns With Proper Moisture Content
Moisture levels in almond crop loads can cause several issues. Levels too high can cause exports to be rejected at ports. Moisture can lead to an increase in aflatoxins and…
UC Cooperative Extension to Investigate Healthy Soil Practices with CDFA Grants
…sustainable practices in raising sheep. The project will explore the financial costs of implementing hedgerows as well as the opportunity for producers to enter a niche fiber market by offering…
Recent Heatwave Had Mixed Impact on Cucurbit Production
…watermelon harvest to finish out the season,” said Van Groningen. PUMPKIN CROP TELLS A DIFFERENT STORY As not all cucurbit production is the same, the hot weather created some issues…
Wildfire Assistance from USDA Being Offered to Famers and Ranchers
…afterward. The Environmental Quality Incentives Program is available to provide financial resources to producers and the Emergency Conservation Program can help with rehabilitating farmland affected by natural disasters such as…
AB 3030 Raises Several Questions for Ag Groups
…concerns about if the criteria were to become mandated on easements, it would have a detrimental impact on landowners that are entering into easement contracts. One of the underlying issues…
4-H Gives Incarcerated Youth Freedom to Try Their Hands at Growing Vegetables
…this garden project, the dedication of the staff, and the hard work and commitment of JoLynn Miller,” said Marian Zimmerly, FOTC chief financial officer. “The board believes this project can…
USDA NRCS Awards $640,000 to Six in California for Conservation Innovation
…protect surface and groundwater quantity; improve soil health; and enhance habitat for terrestrial and aquatic species. For information on Conservation Innovation Grants, go to: https://www.nrcs.usda.gov/wps/portal/nrcs/ciglanding/national/programs/financial/cig/cigsearch/ Sponsored Content Let’s Talk Livestock…
USDA Offers Extensions and Deferrals Due to Coronavirus Hardships
…to help alleviate financial stressors,” FSA Administrator Richard Fordyce said in a press release. “This storage facility loan servicing option affords eligible borrowers more time to make a payment and…
New Winery Wastewater Regulations: ‘Untenable for Small Wineries’
…creates a huge financial burden for small wineries; a huge financial burden for large wineries as well, but they can afford it a little more than the small wineries.” Stemler…