…lines and reducing the amount of greenhouse gas pollution that affects our climate.” The funding announced today is being provided through USDA’s Rural Energy for America Program (REAP). Investments from…
Governor Brown Issues Executive Order to Redouble State Drought Actions
…basketball arenas, football, soccer, and baseball stadiums, and hockey rinks should reduce water usage and increase public awareness of the drought by reducing the use of potable water for outdoor…
Ag Secretary Vilsack Announces New Report on Scientific Breakthroughs from USDA in 2013
…been distributed to more than 100 processors in the United States and should help the dairy industry realize its goal of reducing greenhouse gas emissions by 25 percent per gallon…
USDA Grant for Pollinator Health, CA Left Out
…management may provide a benefit to producers by reducing erosion, increasing the health of their soil, inhibiting invasive species, providing quality forage and habitat for honey bees and other pollinators,…
USDA Announces New Grants to Help Communities Meet Water Challenges in Coming Years
…3) reducing impacts of chemicals and the presence and movement of environmental pathogens in the nation’s water supply. NIFA’s approach will link social, economic, and behavioral sciences with traditional biophysical…
Federal Drought Aid Coming to California; Long Term Solution Sought
…One at Fresno, then flew by helicopter to a west side farm owned and operated by Joe and Maria Del Bosque. Landing in a cloud of dust from the dry…
President to Announce Drought Assistance During Visit Today
…number is expected to increase if current conditions persist. Reducing Federal facilities’ water usage: In line with the directive Governor Brown made to state agencies when he declared a drought…
Lucas: Agricultural Act of 2014 Marks a New Era for Farm & Food Policy
…reflect the times in which we live. They are reviewed, written, debated, and reauthorized nearly every five years. Today our concerns are rightly placed on reducing the size and cost…
NRCS and Forest Service Partner to Improve Forest Health
…Riverside Counties. Reducing forest fuels on 30,000 acres will provide additional protection for community safety, wildlife habitat, watershed health, recreation opportunities and cultural resources. California – Mid-Klamath River Communities Project:…
Statement by the President on Congressional Passage of Farm Bill
…commonsense reforms that my Administration has consistently called for, including reforming and eliminating direct farm subsidies and providing assistance for farmers when they need it most. It will continue reducing…
EPA Awards more than $460,000 for environmental Projects along the U.S.-Mexico Border
Funds will be used towards reducing trash in the Tijuana River, vehicle emissions reduction strategies, recycling materials, and developing educational projects LOS ANGELES— The U.S. Environmental Protection Agency has awarded…
EPA West Coast Collaborative Announces Grants
…Coast Collaborative, an EPA Region9 and Region 10 public-private partnership aimed at reducing diesel emissions and leveraging an additional $6 million from public, private and nonprofit partners. The EPA-funded projects…
Poultry Grower Lois Alt Prevails Against EPA
…Elimination System permit requirements. Alt filed suit against EPA in June 2012 after the agency threatened her with $37,500 in fines each time stormwater came into contact with dust, feathers…
Statement by Bob Stallman, American Farm Bureau Federation President, On Farm Bill Expiration
…bill would provide significant savings that could be applied toward reducing the federal deficit. “Now that the 2008 farm bill extension has expired, farmers once again are left with uncertainty…