…several new varieties of strawberries available that are resistant to Fusarium wilt. Groundwater sustainability plans for 12 non-critically over-drafted groundwater basins have been approved by the Department of Water Resources….
A Dozen More Sustainability Plans Approved by DWR
Groundwater sustainability plans for 12 non-critically overdrafted groundwater basins have been approved by the Department of Water Resources (DWR). The announcement brings the total number of groundwater basins that have…
Bayer Continues Support of the Next Generation of Ag Leaders
…tour. Cabrera noted that drones are just one of the tools they are looking at as part of addressing sustainability in agriculture. “We want to be on top of the…
Week in Review: California on Pace for Record Snowpack & Budget Cuts Threaten Ag Incentives
…Department of Water Resources has issued decisions for groundwater sustainability plans for a dozen critically overdrafted groundwater basins. Subscribe to the weekly newsletter to receive the latest agricultural headlines every…
USDA Celebrates First National Biobased Products Day
…March 8, 2023) — The U.S. Department of Agriculture (USDA) kicked off the inaugural National Biobased Products Day and highlighted the accomplishments of people and organizations working to improve sustainability…
Week in Review: Delta Flow Requirements Waived & LandFlex Incentives Begin Rolling Out
Pumping requirements in the Delta have been suspended, allowing more water to be stored for later use. LandFlex grants are being issued to three Groundwater Sustainability Agencies (GSAs) by the…
Six GSPs Approved and Another Six Deemed ‘Inadequate’ by DWR
…how sustainability would be achieved. The Groundwater Sustainability Agencies (GSAs) responsible for developing the plans were found to have lacked justification for continued groundwater pumping. The basins that were found…
Cotton Trust Protocol Deadline
…available for Climate Smart practice changes. Growers also receive personalized data that can be used to help improve their sustainability efforts and yield, as well as gain closer communication with…
LandFlex Grants of $25 Million Awarded to Three GSAs
LandFlex grants are being issued to three Groundwater Sustainability Agencies (GSAs) by the Department of Water Resources (DWR). A total of $25 million has been awarded by DWR and the…
FACA Farm Bill Priorities Heralded by Industry Members
…working with Congress to strengthen Title I programs, improve risk management tools, and utilize these FACA recommendations to advance our sustainability mission in a manner that respects farmers and ranchers…
Almond Update: Advancing Pest Management Practices
…production practices. ABC Director for Sustainability and Environmental Affairs, Gabriele Ludwig led a panel focused on the future of pest management during the 2022 Almond Conference. One area of discussion…
International Trade a Key Topic at Cattle Industry Convention
…during the Sustainability Forum, and hear an update on the beef business climate in the United States and around the globe. Annual meetings of the National Cattlemen’s Beef Association, the…
Specialty Crop Farm Bill Alliance Details 2023 Farm Bill Priorities
…organizations. Five core principles have been outlined by the coalition. Consumer health and expanding access to affordable, nutritious food has been noted as a key factor for SCFBA. Sustainability of…
SHIP IT Act Seeks to Address Trucking Supply Chain Challenges
…of dollars a year, create good paying jobs, and support the ambitious sustainability goals of dairy businesses,” said Dykes. “IDFA is grateful to Reps. Dusty Johnson and Jim Costa for…