…fan of the Renewable Fuels Standard, which Heitkamp says, “Gives her pause.” Heitkamp does share Trump’s concerns regarding over-regulation, but she “also wants clean air and water. If we’re going…
Incentives for Conservation Reserve Program Participants
…land and water on over 400 million acres nationwide. Read more about USDA’s record conservation outcomes under Caring for our Land, Air and Water: Preserving Precious Natural Resources for Tomorrow….
Meeting Growing Demand for Organic Products
…have resulted in user-inspired, groundbreaking discoveries that are combating childhood obesity, improving and sustaining rural economic growth, addressing water availability issues, increasing food production, finding new sources of energy, mitigating…
EPA: Nutrient Pollution Widespread in Lakes
…too much nitrogen and phosphorus. Excess nutrients can cause algae blooms, lower oxygen levels, degraded habitat for fish and other life, and lower water quality for recreation. The National Lakes…
New Map Shows CA’s Dependency on Delta Water
…regions are on this important supply. In fact, this water supplies: 80%+ of the water for Zone 7 Water Agency which serves Pleasanton, Livermore, Dublin and more 40% of the…
Ross Updates Almond Industry on Focus
…the statewide water efficiency program grants to help growers improve water efficiency. We will continue the dairy digestor program that turns methane into low-carbon transportation fuels and other energy forms,”…
Conservation Opportunities to Improve Water Quality
…new CRP practices to protect water quality and adds an additional 1.1 million acres targeted to benefit wildlife, pollinators and wetlands. “The Conservation Reserve Program is an extremely popular voluntary…
Easy-to-Harvest Raisin Grape Reduces Production Cost
…the vine was initially irrigated, then denied water for two weeks, and finally given a 50-percent water treatment. Results showed that the “shock treatment” saved the most water, but it…
Western View: Pulse Irrigating Saves the Farm
…the frequent short bursts. They had found a better way to water. Their pulse irrigation method utilizes new technology to monitor their trees’ water, and now reduces their water demand…
Senate to Consider WRDA Conference Report
…his intention to consider the conference report. He says the bill will “invest in our nation’s waterways infrastructure, enhance commerce and support safe and reliable water sources.” The measure includes…
The California Kitchen: Gingerbread
…Ground Ginger Ground Cinnamon ¼ t Salt ½ Cup Sugar 1/2 Cup shortening 1 Egg 1/2 Cup Molasses 1 t Baking Soda 1 ½ t Warm Water To get the…
Improving Water Quality in High-Priority Watersheds
…priority watersheds. NRCS works closely with conservation partners and State water quality agencies to select watersheds where on-farm conservation can deliver the greatest benefits for clean water. State water quality…
Funding for Robotic Research
…agricultural health to ensure access to safe, plentiful, and nutritious food; increasing agricultural opportunities by supporting a competitive agricultural system; contributing to clean and abundant water by protecting and enhancing…
Storing Fresh Herbs
…of water. Or the Plastic Bag Method: Wrap fresh, dry herbs loosely in a dry paper towel, place in a plastic bag then blow the bag up like a balloon…