…what it does best—preserve topsoil, sequester carbon, and reduce the impacts of climate change,” Agriculture Secretary Tom Vilsack said in a press release. “We’re working in partnership with producers and…
Reintroduction of Growing Climate Solutions Act Praised By Ag Groups
…soil,” National Farmers Union President Rob Larew said in a news release. “We welcome and support this important initiative and will continue working with the committee to leverage agriculture in…
What to Plant and More Importantly What Not to Plant Right Now
What to plant now, and more importantly what not to plant. That’s coming up on This Land of Ours. Seeds germinate based on the soil temperature at the seed level. If…
Improved Soil-Moisture Data Tool Available to Farmers
Farmers now have access to another resource for acquiring soil moisture data. Improved soil-moisture information is now available through to a tool developed by USDA’s National Agricultural Statistics Service in…
Filling Wet Soggy Spots with Beautiful Landscape
…Getting its name from the distinct shape of the individual blossoms, Turtlehead is an adaptable plant that can thrive in soggy soil but can also tolerate drought. Striking, glossy black…
Biden’s Proposed Budget Brings Added Support to USDA
…Agriculture (USDA)’s Natural Resources Conservation Service (NRCS) and Forest Service that will bolster voluntary conservation across the country.” The discretionary spending proposal will ultimately be decided by Congress. Funding levels…
New Resource for Science-Education Available from USDA
…highlighting food fluorescence and soil erosion. There is also an interactive map that shows what types of ARS research is currently being conducted. The online resource also has a “20…
A Few Tips and Tricks for Growing the Tastiest Tomatoes
…of the tastiest tomatoes when it’s harvest time. For healthy plants and soil, use organic fertilizer and compost every week to keep plants supplied with nutrients. Remove damaged plants and any…
New Conservation Frameworks to Better Protect Rangelands
The U.S. Department of Agriculture (USDA) has announced new conservation frameworks to better protect U.S. working rangelands. USDA’s Natural Resources Conservation Service (NRCS) has been working with state-level organizations to…
Global Beef Industry Has Potential to Reduce Emission Levels by Half
…management strategies that include organic soil amendments and vegetation restoration on grazed lands proved to be successful in achieving emission reductions. Nearly 300 beef production systems were studied, including those…
Lawmakers Asked for More Support for Conservation Programs
…maintaining funding support for the Natural Resources Conservation Service (NRCS). The group is urging appropriators to maintain funding levels for various conservation programs and technical assistance provisions. “As the Subcommittees…
Conservation Easements Reach Milestone of Five Million Acres
…Resources Conservation Service (NRCS). The total represents an area roughly the size of New Jersey. There have been 110,000 acres of newly enrolled conservation easements since October, which has helped…
How to Help in the Fight Against Destructive Pest
…Ag Department officials. When returning from international travel, declare all agricultural items, including soil, to U. S. Customs and Border Protection so they can ensure your items arrive pest-free. Don’t…
MSOB: Endophytes Act as ‘Vaccine’ in Carrot Study
…in the soil acted as a vaccine for the plant by increasing its ability to fight off the disease. In the latest episode of the Making Sense of Biologicals program,…