…credits. Groups like the National Corn Growers Association (NCGA) applauded the legislation that supports domestic producers. “Corn growers are making every effort to help the airline industry lower its greenhouse…
Agriculture’s Role in Addressing Climate Change Discussed at NYC Climate Week
Innovative technologies in agriculture. The use of Internet of Things technologies in farming. Increase crop efficiency and quality, reduce greenhouse gas emissions and harm the environment. DepositPhotos image Agriculture is…
Grant to Support Climate-Smart Cotton Research
…technology, AI, and smart farming techniques to improve practices like weed control, nutrient management, and water use. These innovations are expected to help reduce greenhouse gas emissions, increase carbon capture,…
AgNet News Hour, Tuesday, 08-13-24
Get the latest agriculture news in today’s AgNet News Hour, hosted by Sabrina Halvorson. On today’s show, water management in the Central Valley, and progress on efforts to address greenhouse…
Dairy and Livestock Sustainability Incentive Grants Available
…gas emissions. Additionally, the Alternative Manure Management Program (AMMP) offers financial assistance for non-digester manure management practices that lower greenhouse gas emissions. The CDFA is providing AMMP with approximately $17.4…
Despite Low Demand, Fertilizer Prices Remain High
…stayed high. Lower European production is the first reason as skyrocketing natural gas prices have cut EU production by 25 percent. Brazil is another reason as high costs have led…
USDA Investment in Conservation Projects
…a potent greenhouse gas. USDA’s Natural Resources Conservation Service (NRCS) is awarding more than $69.7 million for CIG On-Farm Trials projects and more than $20.2 million for CIG Classic projects….
Additional Lawsuits Brought Against EPAs Heavy-Duty Truck Rule
…to medium-duty vehicles. Clean Fuels contends that the EPA’s Greenhouse Gas Emissions Standards for Heavy-Duty Vehicles-Phase 3, which favors electric and hybrid vehicles for 2027-2032, neglects the benefits of biodiesel…
Farm Groups Fight Back Against EPAs Electric Vehicle Mandate
…in reducing greenhouse gas emissions. The groups contend that ethanol is an immediate and effective solution, whereas widespread EV adoption will take decades. The plaintiffs also claim that the EPA’s…
Proposals for New Conservation Practices for Healthy Soils Program Sought
…Soils Initiative, the HSP funds projects that improve soil health, sequester carbon, and reduce greenhouse gases. Since its start in 2016, the program has expanded to include various practices, such…
Feedback Sought to Guide Key Program of Growing Climate Solutions Act
The U.S. Department of Agriculture (USDA) is seeking public input on protocols for a new Greenhouse Gas Technical Assistance Provider and Third-Party Verifier Program. It was announced by Agriculture Secretary…
Lobbying for the Farm Bill Tops $500 Million
…on federal lobbying than the oil and gas industry and the defense sector.” Top lobbying spenders included the U.S. Chamber of Commerce, the American Farm Bureau Federation, and Koch Industries….
Solar Panels and Working Farms
Loquat in Solar photovoltaic greenhouse By lnzyx/DepositPhotos image Scientists are trying to find the best ways to mix solar panels and working farms. That’s coming up on This Land of…
Agriculture Greenhouse Gas Emissions Lower
…greenhouse gas emissions in 2022. The EPA recently released the Inventory of U.S. Greenhouse Gas Emissions and Sinks: 1990-2022. American Farm Bureau Federation (AFBF) Economist Danny Munch explains the results….