…soil, he toured rich farmland now laying fallow due to lack of water. The President spoke about the farm tour. “Joe has got an incredible story. The son of a…
President to Announce Drought Assistance During Visit Today
…livestock access to water. $5 million in targeted Emergency Watershed Protection (EWP) Program assistance to the most drought impacted areas of California to protect vulnerable soils. EWP helps communities address…
“Voices from the Land” Conservation in American Agriculture Briefing Highlights Environmental Award Winners
…been through NRCS programs,” Tom added. “NRCS is very important to us. We’re very much about conservation. The stewardship practices that we’ve accomplished on our property have enhanced water resources…
Aquaponics Curriculum Teaches New Fish Farming Techniques to Ag Students
…Called ‘aquaponics,’ the system combines aquaculture (fish farming) with hydroponics (growing plants without soil). “This is a new field of agriculture, and I’m very excited to be studying something that…
NRCS and Forest Service Partner to Improve Forest Health
…today a multi-year partnership between the U.S. Forest Service and the Natural Resources Conservation Service (NRCS) to improve the health and resiliency of forest ecosystems where public and private lands…
USDA Funds Help for CA Farmers
Agriculture Secretary Tom Vilsack Agriculture Secretary Tom Vilsack announced today that the USDA is making available $20 million dollars for drought assistance through the NRCS EQIP program. CLICK HERE to…
CA Ag Secretary Discusses Funds for Farmers
CDFA Secretary Karen Ross California Department of Food and Agriculture Secretary Karen Ross says the $20 million dollars for drought assistance through the NRCS EQIP program is “most critical.” CLICK…
Rep. Costa on USDA Drought Assistance for CA Farmers
Congressman Jim Costa says the $20 million available for for drought assistance through the NRCS EQUIP program is a good first step. CLICK HERE to listen to this report….
USDA Announces $20 Million Available to Combat Drought
Agriculture Secretary Tom Vilsack announced today that the USDA is making available $20 million dollars for drought assistance through the NRCS EQIP program. Agriculture Sec. Vilsack’s comments can be heard…
USDA Launches Effort to Assist California Producers Affected by Drought
…requirements. For additional information, eligible landowners are encouraged to contact their local NRCS Service Center. Service center locations and more information on the drought initiative can be found at www.ca.nrcs.usda.gov….
USDA Designates California Ag Counties for Drought Disaster Assistance
…location of all FSA offices in any state. The Natural Resources Conservation Service (NRCS) has conservation-related disaster assistance to protect soil, water and habitat ( http://www.nrcs.usda.gov/wps/portal/nrcs/site/national/home/). Small, non-farming businesses in…
Importance of Soil Health
How healthy is your soil? Soil health is important for the productivity of your crop. Randall Weiseman has more on the topic. Click to Open or Download Audio Report…
The ASA Plant and Soil Conference
The 43th annual California ASA Plant and Soil Conference will be held on Tuesday and Wednesday, Feb. 4 & 5, 2014 at the Radisson Hotel and Convention Center in Fresno,…
NRCS Online Education on Nutrient Management
USDA’s Natural Resources Conservation Service has online education modules available for nutrient management practices. Rod Bain has the story. Click to Open or Download Audio Report Get more information at…









