Introduction of a California water bill in the U.S. Senate by Sen. Dianne Feinstein will help Congress move toward final legislation that addresses the state’s chronic water shortages, according to…
The California Kitchen: Kiwi Sorbet
In today’s California Kitchen, learn to make amazing Kiwi Sorbet with The Untamed Chef, Albert J. Hernandez. Here’s what you’ll need: 4 Kiwis 1 Cup Sugar 1 Cup Sparkling Water…
Voluntary Conservation Journey
…researchers, and USDA Natural Resources Conservation Service local staff to promote voluntary conservation. “Our local NRCS and local salt water district they allow us to do things and then share…
Commentary: Farmers Must Stay Engaged in Groundwater Planning
…and ranchers—to be especially knowledgeable of groundwater and its politics. In addition, groundwater users must stay informed about how Groundwater Sustainability Plans are developing. Plans can require groundwater users to…
Citrus Greening Grants Awarded
…improving and sustaining rural economic growth, addressing water availability issues, increasing food production, finding new sources of energy, mitigating climate variability, and ensuring food safety. To learn more about NIFA’s…
El Nino And Reduced U.S. Drought Coverage
…we still see more than one-third covered by drought, 38% specifically, but even there that’s down from 57% in early October which is the beginning of the Western water year.”…
Application Deadline for 2016 Conservation Stewardship Program is March 31
…Applications received after that date will be considered for future funding. “CSP is a great option for farmers and ranchers who are already doing a good job of managing water…
Grants for Food Safety and Plant Health Improvements
…discoveries in agriculture to combat childhood obesity, improve and sustain rural economic growth, address water availability issues, increase food production, find new sources of energy, mitigate the impacts of climate…
USDA to Invest $150 Million through Conservation Stewardship Program
…quality through use of cover crops, conservation crop rotations and other activities that increase soil productivity. Use water wisely and improve water quality through enhancements such as more efficient irrigation…
Hortau Secures $10 Million Investment to Further Growth in North America
…crop. This proprietary, plant-centric approach helps detect plant stress using soil tension, ensuring optimal crop growth, and reducing water and energy consumption, as well as environmental impacts such as fertilizer…
Despite Promising Snowpack, Conservation Should Continue
The California snowpack this year holds more water than last year, but the Department of Water Resources says drought conditions continue and so should conservation. Results of the winter’s second…
Farm Bureau Approves Strategic Action Plan for 2016
…among the most pressing issues in agriculture. Although presented as a water issue, the measure in fact would unlawfully regulate land in violation of the Clean Water Act itself. The…
First-ever UC ANR Newsmakers Seminar at World Ag Expo
…research and outreach efforts in California, such as the spread of Asian citrus psyllid, dealing with El Niño and limited water resources, GMOs in the food supply, and more. Fine…
Agri View: Agriculture Future
…strongest for plant scientists, water-resource scientists and engineers, farm animal veterinarians, and precision ag and pest control specialists, among other positions. “There is a tendency to look at agriculture through…