…shown to be the most central to the overall structure of the food supply network. In future studies, the research team hopes to evaluate the specific infrastructure that is critical…
Realizing the Conservation Benefits of Precision Agriculture
…committee on behalf of the California Farm Bureau Federation highlighting some of conservation practices his operation has implemented over the years. “Our on-farm practices include building infrastructure to implement on-farm…
USDA Invests in Water and Wastewater Infrastructure Improvements in 31 States
…investing $201 million to improve rural water infrastructure in 31 states (PDF). “Modern, reliable and accessible infrastructure is critical to economic development and quality of life,” LaVoy said. “Under the…
SJV Water Blueprint Submitted for Water Resilience Portfolio
…serious economic impact that California water issues are having on agriculture and rural communities. The blueprint includes the restoration of essential conveyance capacity, new infrastructure, enhanced water management, and policy…
Ag Groups Respond to Trump Administration Announcement Upholding the RFS
…barriers and supporting infrastructure to help grow demand for higher blends of ethanol. American Farm Bureau Federation (AFBF-Oct. 4, 2019) — The EPA announced a series of actions designed to…
Trump Delivers on a Key Promise to American Farmers
…budget process to consider infrastructure projects to facilitate higher biofuel blends. The Administration will continue to work to address ethanol and biodiesel trade issues. Since taking office in 2017, the…
UC ANR Takes In-Depth Look at the Cannabis Industry
…the guidelines for cannabis cultivation has undergone significant delays as the state works to build infrastructure for a commodity which is still federally prohibited. The July-December 2019 issue of the…
Concerns Over New Tomato Suspension Agreement with Mexico
…for the industry to develop the infrastructure to operate under the new agreement. Still, some U.S. officials have heralded the new tomato suspension agreement as a significant move in the…
Hope Remains for SB 559 Despite Failing to Pass in Legislature
…Senator Melissa Hurtado seeks to address the failing infrastructure of the Friant-Kern Canal. There is still an opportunity for the legislation to be reconsidered in 2020, as it was extended…
Report Shows Licensed Hemp Acreage More Than Quadrupled in 2019
…in 2019,” Vote Hemp President Eric Steenstra noted in a press release. “Now that we have lifted federal prohibition on hemp farming, it’s time build the infrastructure and expand hemp…
Industry Responds to EPA WOTUS Announcement
…and regulatory uncertainty, which caused customer costs to increase due to new operating requirements and delays for critical infrastructure projects. EEI applauds EPA and the Army Corps of Engineers for…
Farm City Newsday Tuesday, 08-13-19
…SGMA and why infrastructure is needed for more groundwater recharge. Tune in to the show for these news stories, recipes, features and more. Danielle Leal Multi-Media Journalist & AgNet News Hour…
Infrastructure Needed for Groundwater Recharge
Infrastructure and volunteers are needed to make groundwater recharge successful in California. Many in the agriculture community were disappointed that not all of the surface water storage projects were fully…
Farm City Newsday Friday, 08-02-19
Get the latest agriculture news in today’s Farm City Newsday, hosted by Danielle Leal. Today’s show is filled with stories covering why water infrastructure has been a popular topic in…