…ranchers; strengthening risk management tools; expanding access to rural credit; funding critical research; establishing innovative public-private conservation partnerships; developing new markets for rural-made products; and investing in infrastructure, housing and…
NRCS Seeks Input on 2015 Conservation Priorities for California
…its inception in 1935, NRCS has worked in partnership with private landowners and a variety of local, state and federal conservation partners to deliver conservation based on specific, local needs….
USDA Invests Nearly $118 Million to Support America’s Specialty Crop Producers
…credit, funding critical research, establishing innovative public-private conservation partnerships, developing new markets for rural-made products, and investing in infrastructure, housing and community facilities to help improve the quality of life…
EPA Announces $183 Million to Improve Water Quality, Infrastructure in California
…Consolidation Incentive Program, please visit: http://www.waterboards.ca.gov/drinking_water/services/funding/ConsolidationIncentive.shtml For more information on EPA’s Drinking Water State Revolving Fund, visit: https://water.epa.gov/grants_funding/dwsrf/index.cfm For more information on EPA’s Clean Water State Revolving Fund, visit: https://water.epa.gov/grants_funding/cwsrf/cwsrf_index.cfm…
Record Walnut Production Forecast
…and groundwater when necessary to provide adequate water supply to the trees. Weather conditions during the growing season were mild thus benefitting the crop. Crop quality is excellent with low…
Soil Health Takes Main Stage at California State Board of Food and Agriculture Meeting on Oct. 7th
…Soil health has taken a central role in global discussions on climate change, wildlife protection, and sustainable farming practices. The USDA’s Natural Resources Conservation Service (NRCS) recently launched a new…
Merced County Farm Bureau Hosting the 3rd Annual FARM2U Day
…works within the food supply chain or with natural resources. Specific topics will include: water, plant production, livestock production, processing, nutrition and safety. For some of these students in attendance…
USDA Helps Deliver the Latest in Innovative Agricultural Methods to Small, Socially Disadvantaged Agricultural Producers
…develop business plans, conservation plans, market research and other tools to help socially disadvantaged producers and two vegetable cooperatives. California Southern California Focus on Cooperation – $200,000 grant; To provide…
USDA Awards Over $52 Million in Grants to Grow Organic and Local Food Economies
…relief to farmers and ranchers; strengthening risk management tools; expanding access to rural credit; funding critical research; establishing innovative public-private conservation partnerships; developing new markets for rural-made products; and investing…
Water Managers Worked on Legislation Basics
Before groundwater bills were finished and signed by Governor Brown, California water experts were gathering to try and piece together guidelines that were manageable for current water entities. Kaweah Delta…
USDA Unveils Key New Programs to Help Farmers Manage Risk
…expanding access to rural credit; funding critical research; establishing innovative public-private conservation partnerships; developing new markets for rural-made products; and investing in infrastructure, housing and community facilities to help improve…
USDA Announces up to $31 Million to Empower People to Make Healthy Eating Choices
…this critical legislation, including providing disaster relief to farmers and ranchers; strengthening risk management tools; expanding access to rural credit; funding critical research; establishing innovative public-private conservation partnerships; developing new…
CDFA to Initiate Second Round of Funding for the State Water Efficiency and Enhancement Program (SWEEP)
…Office at grants@cdfa.ca.gov with general program questions. Governor Brown has called on all Californians to reduce their water use by 20 percent and prevent water waste. Visit www.SaveOurWater.com to find…
Agriculture Secretary Vilsack Unveils Key New Risk Management Programs
…risk management tools; expanding access to rural credit; funding critical research; establishing innovative public-private conservation partnerships; developing new markets for rural-made products; and investing in infrastructure, housing and community facilities…