…to fostering sustainability on all levels, from soil fertility and care for the environment to stable employment for their employees. Full Belly Farm has an extensive education and outreach program,…
USDA Announces Support for Producers of Advanced Biofuel
…five regional grant centers and one subcenter that makes competitive grants to projects that contribute to research, education and outreach for the regional production and sustainability of possible biobased feedstocks….
Becoming SIP Certified
As a wine grape grower, becoming SIP certified through the Sustainability in Practice program is a tough process that more and more wineries are looking into. Becoming SIP Certified SIP…
Benefits of Being SIP Certified
…known as Sustainability in Practice, means a grower is demonstrating sustainability in their entire operation. SIP Certification Manager Beth Vukmanic Lopez says there are some other benefits to the program….
Full Belly Farm Named 2014 California Leopold Conservation Award Recipient
…owners are dedicated to exceptional land stewardship and strive to balance the farm’s bottom line with environmentally sound practices. They are committed to fostering sustainability on all levels, from soil…
What is SIP Certified?
You may have seen the SIP Certified logo the last time you were buying wine at the store. What is SIP Certified The Sustainability In Practice program, also known as…
Sustainable Ag Expo Thriving
This slideshow requires JavaScript. 10 years ago, a group on the central coast started getting together to talk sustainability. Now it’s an event growers come to from around the state….
Almond Board Congratulates UC Davis Researchers on Water Conservation Award
…of California. “Research is the foundation of our sustainability program, and we’re thrilled to continue our work with these world-class scientists on vital issues like water conservation.” Since 1982, the…
Bioeconomy Brings Big Opportunity to Rural America
…and commercial viability of using sustainable wood products in high-rise construction. The competition will help spur increased sustainability in construction and will give priority to applicants that source materials from…
USDA Invests Nearly $118 Million to Support America’s Specialty Crop Producers
…and sustainability.” Through SCRI, USDA is awarding $51.8 million to fund research and extension projects for specialty crop production. The grants fund a wide variety of efforts, including research to…
Ag Leaders On Hand as Governor Brown Signs Landmark Groundwater Legislation
…By 2022, other high and medium priority basins not currently in overdraft must have sustainability plans; and By 2040, all high and medium priority groundwater basins must achieve sustainability. Additionally,…
Governor Signs First California Groundwater Rules
…years to create a groundwater sustainability agency, which in turn has up to five years to develop a plan for managing wells and pumping. The state Water Resources Control Board…
California and UC Berkeley Win $335,000 in U.S. EPA Grants
…this year focusing on pollution prevention for environmental sustainability. This week is an opportunity for individuals, businesses, and governments to explore new ways to reduce pollution at its source, highlight…
Conservation, Industry Leaders Team Up to Restore Groundwater in California’s Central Valley
…groundwater is an important water supply for our region, especially in drought years. The recharge project helps with sustainability for our area’s water resources, economy and people.” “The state’s prolonged…