UPDATE: Deadline Extended to April 7 The U.S. Department of Agriculture (USDA) will continue accepting renewal applications for the Conservation Stewardship Program (CSP) through the end of the month. Those…
USDA Seeks Comment on Climate-Smart Agriculture Approach
…department-wide effort to combat the effects of climate change wherever possible. Conservation of natural resources, biodiversity, and lands are essential components of those efforts. USDA relies on industry engagement and…
SGMA Video Series Now Available in Three Languages
The Water and Land Use Series of videos is now available in Hmong as well as English and Spanish. The videos provide insight on how the Sustainable Groundwater Management Act…
DWR Issues Allocation Reduction for State Water Project
…encourage everyone to look for ways to use water efficiently in their everyday lives.” Water users in California were also recently warned about the dry conditions potentially affecting water supplies…
USDA to Provide $75 Million for Alternative Practices for Conservation
…Regional Conservation Partnership Program’s (RCPP) Alternative Funding Arrangements (AFA). The AFA program prioritizes conservation solutions at multiple levels that emphasize a non-traditional approach. USDA’s Natural Resources Conservation Service (NRCS) will…
Capitol Ag Day: A Chance to Counter the Farm Sector COVID Response Narrative
…the Capitol lawn. Although, this year’s event is virtual, Farm Bureau leadership will still have an opportunity to speak directly with state law makers on various topics including labor, water…
DWR Releases Groundwater Document Seeking Public Comment
The Department of Water Resources (DWR) recently released the draft California’s Groundwater report and has opened the public comment period. The document details the condition of the state’s groundwater supplies. Technical information…
Week in Review: Water Futures Market Details and Repealing the Death Tax
California has recently established a water futures market that has brought with it some criticism as well as confusion. Federal lawmakers have introduced legislation that would repeal the federal estate…
Some of the Best Tricks to Use for Cleaning Houseplants
…other debris, such as pet dander and spider webs. While we may remember to water our plants, we may not always remember to clean them. For plants with hardy, shiny leaves,…
Understanding the California Water Futures Market
…water futures, water users in California – particularly agricultural water users – can help hedge against the financial risks associated with water scarcity or water surplus,” Kammeyer explained. Listen to…
Maintaining Three Main “Food Groups” for Healthy Plants
…“food groups,” consisting of soil, water, and sun. Plants will soak up all the nutrients maybe every six months or so, so it’s recommended that plants be repotted once or…
Supercharge Raised Gardening Beds with Keyhole Gardening
…the name) to allow for easy access to the entire plot. In the middle of the plot sits a basket for composting and watering. The planting bed can be filled…
Coalition Highlights Value of Crop Insurance as Congress Develops Budget
…crop insurance policy.” Nearly 60 different organizations representing farming, banking, and conservation interests make up the coalition. Some of the groups include the American Farm Bureau Federation, National Council of…
Public Comment Sought for Revised Conservation Practice Standards
…requirements. The Wastewater Treatment Milk House standard has added a new conservation practice to better address the treatment of wastewater from the cleaning of milking equipment. NRCS is encouraging ag…