…Guide to CSP. The CSP helps farmers to implement conservation practices by offering five-year payouts to those who implement practices to improve soil health and water quality, and benefit wildlife….
Update to Prop 65 Concerns Related to Roasted Nuts
Officials have made a formal proposal for acrylamide limits for nut products under Prop 65 rules. The Office of Environmental Health Hazard Assessment put for a level of 225 parts…
Food and Agriculture Climate Alliance Outlines Policy Recommendations
…communities. Policies must be developed carefully and account for inequities and potential consequences and tradeoffs. Six key focus areas have been identified as policy priorities. Soil health, livestock and dairy,…
NRCS Reminds Farmers of Benefits Provided Through No-Till November
…tillage and soil health.” Minimizing the amount of tilling done on farmland can help to protect the soil’s physical properties. The practice plays a key role in maintaining soil health…
A Few Natural, Healthy Benefits of Growing Beets
The healthy benefits of beets. That’s coming up on This Land of Ours. If you’re looking for a natural way that may help you lose weight, or lower blood pressure,…
Tool to Quantify Soil Health Benefits Available from AFT
A new tool kit that can help to quantify soil health benefits is being made available to industry members. American Farmland Trust (AFT) has launched online access to the methods…
Housing for the Harvest Program Continues to Expand
…organizations in the administration of the program. “Housing for the Harvest is an essential tool to help protect the health of our agricultural workers, their families and local communities, as…
Final EQIP Rule Announced with New Enhancements
…will also have a reduction to matching requirements. Soil health, weather, and drought resistance have been highlighted as national priorities. Modifications were also made to Comprehensive Nutrient Management Plan (CNMP)…
Syngenta Enhances Biologicals Portfolio with Acquisition of Valagro
…and development move forward. Huck believes that the sector has tremendous growth potential with more traditional materials playing a complementary role in a more holistic approach to plant health. “The…
More than $7 Billion Paid in Second Round of USDA Coronavirus Food Assistance Program
…an appointment. Service Centers that are open for appointments will pre-screen visitors based on health concerns or recent travel, and visitors must adhere to social distancing guidelines. Visitors are also…
Planting the Best Nectar Plants for Pollinators
The best nectar plants for pollinators. That’s coming up on This Land of Ours. Image by PublicDomainPictures from Pixabay Create a pollinator-friendly garden by choosing at least three must-have plants…
USDA Releases Final CSP Rule Change
…most impactful CSP rule changes is the added emphasis on soil health for program participants to achieve program goals. There were also updates made to increase clarity with amendments made…
US Officials Addressing Canadian Rules for Romaine Testing
…romaine testing requirements. The Canadian Produce Marketing Association (CPMA) sent a letter to Canadian health officials detailing issues with the new restrictions. CPMA is estimating a decline in trade of…
The Western View: New Climate Strategies May Benefit Ag
…where it does no harm. The two big items of interest to us are: first, he wants active forest management to reduce catastrophic risk and restore forest health; second, for…