…providing consumers access to information about their food purchases while also allowing farmers and ranchers to embrace the sustainable tools of modern agriculture. “The proposed rule is based on sharing…
USDA Supports Specialty Crop Industry with Multi-State Initiatives
…to diversify sod production with sustainable turfgrasses. Awarded $495,635. Nebraska Department of Agriculture will partner with the University of Wisconsin and the University of Nebraska on a pest and plant…
Western Growers Endorses California Water Bond
…initiative would also provide funds to implement the Sustainable Groundwater Management Act and speed the implementation of safe drinking water actions in areas affected by chronic well contamination problems. “All…
New Water Sensing Technology Coming to Almond Orchards
…Vice President of Crop Nutrition for Yara International Terje Knutsen said, “driving again that profitability for the farmer in a sustainable way.” The on-leaf sensor collects information from magnetic leaf…
Food Waste Resonates Beyond the Trash Bin
…that plays out at many different levels,” says Conrad. “Looking at them holistically will become increasingly important to finding sustainable ways of meeting the needs of a growing world population.”…
Ending Payment Limits Could Cause Farm Consolidation
…largest mega-farms,” according to the National Sustainable Ag Coalition. The coalition calls the farm bill a “brazen attempt to undo years of statute for the benefit of the nation’s largest…
Culver’s to Donate Custard Sales to FFA
…like the National FFA Organization, that encourage “smart and sustainable farming practices” in an effort to “make sure we continue to have enough food to feed our country’s growing population.”…
2018 Leopold Conservation Award Seeks Nominees
…sustainable economic stimulus that feeds our nation.” Nominations must be postmarked by July 13 and mailed to California Leopold Conservation Award c/o Sustainable Conservation, 98 Battery Street, Suite 302, San…
Secretary Perdue Issues USDA Statement on Plant Breeding Innovation
…Statement Regarding Plant Breeding Innovations USDA is committed to helping farmers produce healthy, affordable food in a sustainable manner that protects this country’s natural resources and offers more choices for…
Grant Funding Available for the 2018 Alternative Manure Management Program
…ways to reduce pollution. California Climate Investments projects include affordable housing, renewable energy, public transportation, zero-emission vehicles, environmental restoration, more sustainable agriculture, recycling, and much more. At least 35 percent…
Almond Matters: California Ag Day Highlights Sustainability
In today’s Almond Matters, brought to you by Valent, the importance of sustainable agriculture was highlighted during this year’s California Ag Day at the State Capitol event. The theme of…
California Agriculture Day Celebration at the State Capitol
…and for us to continue to have sustainable businesses we have to continue to roll with the punches, whatever they may be,” said Herman. The 2018 California Agriculture Day coincides…
USDA/NIFA Invests in Exploratory Research
…of Zika from insects to humans in Florida and other Southern states. Through another grant, Middle Tennessee State University explored an alternative approach to sustainable bioenergy and renewable energy by…
Bayer AgVocacy Forum Highlights Need for Better Engagement
…featured speakers from several areas of the ag sector offering presentations on topics such as the importance of soil health, the continuing adoption of drones in agriculture, and sustainable agricultural…