…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…
UCCE to be a Leader in Climate Change Awareness and Education
…tribes maintain sustainable communities and ecosystems by adapting to climate variability and change. Guido Franco of the California Energy Commission said the organization recently released its fourth Climate Assessment. The…
Sonoma County Sustainability Program Close to Achieving Goal
The Sonoma County Sustainability Program is getting closer to their objective of being the first wine region in the country to be 100 percent sustainable in 2019. The purpose behind…
Fertilizer Institute Issues Annual Industry Report
…Nations’ Sustainable Development Goals of zero hunger, clean water and sanitation, affordable and clean energy, industry innovation and infrastructure, along with climate action. The report shows the fertilizer industry invested…
USDA Partners with Dairy Innovation Center
…to support their families and local communities by operating economically, environmentally sustainable dairy farms.” “USDA has resources that can help the dairy industry be successful but in many cases they…
Turkey Growers Seeking to Close Gap with Consumers
…for online sharing. Zimmerman says: “It’s satisfying to know consumers can appreciate how turkey farming is both practical and sustainable, and the answers to their questions are all common-sense.” The…
Fish in the Fields May Reduce Methane Emissions
…in significant benefits on a global scale. Along with reducing overall methane emissions, the practice would also support more sustainable and profitable agricultural practices, along with providing another source of…