…droughts, more frequent wildfires, and more destructive and life-threatening storms,” Vilsack said. “When we invest in infrastructure in rural communities, we are investing in our planet, and we’re also investing…
Additional Payments for Livestock Producers Affected by Drought and Wildfire
…hurricanes, winter storms and other eligible disasters experienced during calendar years 2020 and 2021. Additionally, the Act specifically targets $750 million to provide assistance to livestock producers for losses incurred…
Latest Snow Survey Suggests Third Year of Drought Conditions
…That’s not enough to fill up our reservoirs,” said de Guzman. “Without any significant storms on the horizon, it’s safe to say that we will end this year dry and…
Dry January Takes a Toll on Promising Start to Water Year
…the overall statewide average. de Guzman explained that the storms that came through California in December essentially centered on the region. “Our statewide snowpack is currently sitting at 92 percent…
Week in Review: SWP Allocations Increased and Production Costs Outpacing Winegrape Prices
Last week the Department of Water Resources announced it will be increasing allocations for the State Water Project after the December storms. Growers are trying to remain resilient despite winegrape…
SWP Water Allocation Increased After December Storms
Last week the Department of Water Resources (DWR) announced it will be increasing allocations for the State Water Project. In a press release, DWR Director Karla Nemeth said that December storms…
Week in Review: Water Year Starts Strong But More Storms Needed, Newsom’s Budget Addresses Drought
Storm systems that came through California over the past few weeks will need to continue in order to offset the state’s water storage deficit. Governor Gavin Newsom has released his…
A Look at Western Water Reservoir Levels
Western states welcomed wet weather bringing rain to dry, drought stricken areas. The end of the year storms also placed snow in the Sierra Nevada and other Pacific Northwest mountain…
Week in Review: Snowpack Over 140% of Average and Port of Oakland Improvements Coming
The most recent snowpack survey shows a substantial increase in snow from previous years, due to early winter storms. The Port of Oakland is making moves to help relieve some…
Snowpack Survey Provides Hope for Season Ahead
…storms. Although this snow is being praised now, DWR officials explain that it will take much more to recover from California’s current drought situation. “Our survey today reported a snow…
‘Unprecedented’ Water Allocation for State Water Project
…California has been experiencing a series of storms bringing much-needed rain, it may not be enough to overcome multiple years of dry conditions. The water allocation reflects the current reservoir…
USDA Investing $3 Billion to Address Multiple Agricultural Issues
…severe storms, floods, drought and wildfire events damage their operations and impact their livelihoods. We know these challenges will continue into 2022, and others may emerge,” Vilsack said in a…
Dismal Snowpack Survey Reflects Third Driest Year on Record
…monitoring the snowpack in the coming weeks to determine what kind of runoff can be expected. Despite some heavy storms coming through California over the past few months, overall, it…
Almond Matters: Recent Rains Bring Fungal Pathogen Concerns
In today’s Almond Matters, brought to you by Valent, the recent storms that came through California have brought some fungal pathogen concerns. The rainfall that swept over many areas of…