…several notable practices that had a significant impact. Composting, cover cropping, installation of pollinator hedgerows, and implementing no-till approaches have been critical in address climate concerns. Farmers and ranchers have…
Stakeholder Meetings to Look at Climate Change Solutions in Agriculture
…farmers and ranchers about industry-led climate solutions that sequester carbon, reduce greenhouse gases and enhance biodiversity. The resulting report will be made available for a 30-day Public Comment period and…
Applications Being Accepted for California Agricultural Leadership Program
…Farmers, ranchers, and other allied-business professions in the middle of their agricultural careers are encouraged to apply. The first phase of the two-phase application process will be due by Monday,…
ECP Signup Deadline Has Been Extended to March 1
…cost of approved restoration activities. As much as 90 percent of cost-share assistance is available for limited resource, socially disadvantaged, and beginning farmers and ranchers. Producers will most often need…
USDA Providing Temporary Debt Relief to Thousands of Farmers
The U.S. Department of Agriculture (USDA) will be assisting thousands of farmers and ranchers by providing some debt relief. USDA announced it is temporarily suspending past-due debt collections and foreclosures…
Week in Review: Relief Provided in PPP Revision, FARMER Funding Increased in Budget
…to provide additional assistance to farmers and ranchers. The proposal to move some regulatory authority for animal biotech to the U.S. Department of Agriculture is receiving significant support. Subscribe to…
CFAP Changes Provide Additional Assistance for Producers
The Coronavirus Food Assistance Program (CFAP) has been updated to provide additional assistance to farmers and ranchers. CFAP changes include an expansion of eligibility as well as updated payment levels….
Dr. Jewel Bronaugh Nominated for Deputy Secretary of Agriculture
…Agency have established her as someone who understands the needs of America’s farmers and ranchers.” Bronaugh has a working history with the nominee for Secretary of Agriculture Tom Vilsack. During…
FARMER Program Receives Significant Support in Budget Proposal
…Gavin Newsom held several provisions important to farmers and ranchers. Due to complications related to COVID-19, there was an expectation that funding would be down for the 2021-2022 fiscal year….
NRCS Outlines Conservation Priorities for California
…than one practice on an operation. Farmers, ranchers, and private forest landowners interested in more information are encouraged to contact their local NRCS field offices. Applications are currently being accepted…
CCA Offers Approximate Breakdown of CFAP Payments for Livestock Producers
…Coronavirus Food Assistance Program (CFAP). The third round of CFAP will provide additional payments to ranchers. “It’s based on the highest inventory of livestock – in my case, cattle –…
USDA Extends Flexibilities Amid Continuing COVID-19 Pandemic
…the agency recognizes the challenges American farmers and ranchers are facing because of the pandemic and is extending crop insurance flexibilities. Relief provided for electronic notifications and signatures has been…
APHIS Staff Worked to Overcome Issues of Burdensome Year
…APHIS’ employees continued to provide great service and support for the country’s farmers, ranchers, and citizens. Protecting American agriculture requires constant vigilance and effort, and APHIS employees found safe, effective,…
FSA Helped Farmers and Ranchers Address 2020 Challenges
…were compounded by a multitude of natural disasters such as wildfires. FSA worked with farmers and ranchers to help navigate challenges and provide assistance. “Through this tough year, FSA continued…