…ranchers in environmental efforts while supporting small towns. “With the launch of this new office, we are ensuring agricultural and rural stakeholders will continue to have a seat at the…
NRCS Seeks Cooperative Agreement Proposals Through April 3
…Conservationist, Carlos Suarez said in a press release. “We are doing our part in helping America’s farmers, ranchers and forest stewards conserve the natural resources we all depend on. These…
Ag Groups Respond to Dicamba Decision
…a letter to EPA that read, “We are grateful to EPA for hearing farmers’ and ranchers’ concerns and addressing them quickly to ensure we have access to the critical tools…
Week in Review: Generational Opportunity for Conservation & California Grape Crush Improves
Farmers and ranchers have an opportunity to take advantage of historic funding support for conservation activities. The Final Grape Crush Report for 2023 showed a total crush of 3,728,923 tons,…
Flood Damage Assistance for California Growers Available From NRCS
California growers dealing with flood damage from storms this year have assistance opportunities available from the U.S. Department of Agriculture (USDA). Funding support for farmers and ranchers is being made…
USDA’s Working Lands Climate Corps
…technical training and career pathway opportunities for young people, helping them deliver economic benefits through climates-smart ag solutions for farmers and ranchers across the country, both now and in the…
‘Generational Opportunity for Conservation in Farming’
Farmers and ranchers have an opportunity to take advantage of historic funding support for conservation activities. Programs available from the U.S. Department of Agriculture (USDA) have benefited from increased investments…
USDA Launches Working Lands Climate Corps
…aim to support farmers and ranchers while addressing climate change challenges in rural communities. The Working Lands Climate Corps will provide technical training and career pathways for participants. The initiative…
Agricultural Trade Caucus to Support Better Market Access and Improved Policy
…AFBF President Zippy Duvall said in a press release. “Expanded trade agreements will help ensure America’s farmers and ranchers remain economically sustainable by providing access to new markets as they…
Value-Added Producer Grants Available to Help Expand Markets
The U.S. Department of Agriculture (USDA) is inviting applications for its Value-Added Producer Grant program, aimed at assisting farmers and ranchers in expanding their products and exploring new markets. Approximately…
Week in Review: Snowpack Still Below Average & Conservation Stewardship Opportunities Now Available
…10, and many in the industry are evaluating how the budget will affect agriculture. California ranchers have the opportunity to make improvements to their operations through NRCS’ Conservation Stewardship Program….
Tax Relief Bill Passed in House Will Support Farming Businesses
…relief to our nation’s farmers and ranchers at a time of high interest rates and slim margins,” American Farm Bureau Federation President Zippy Duvall said in a press release. “We…
Questions and Concerns with California Budget Proposal
…regulatory burdens affecting farmers and ranchers producing our food supply.” The fruit fly invasion has impacted a number of crops across the state. An estimated cost associated with avoiding eradication…
CSP Opportunities for California Ranchers
California ranchers have the opportunity to make improvements to their operations with assistance from the U.S. Department of Agriculture’s Natural Resources Conservation Service (NRCS). An unprecedented amount of funding is…