…operations that propose to or that might discharge into waterways to obtain Clean Water Act (CWA) permits. A federal appeals court ruled that the CWA requires permits only for farms…
Warm, Sunny Weather Cause for Worry
…was good for rainfall, January was far too low, and February is following suit. He says all eyes are on water, and what the lack of rain means for deliveries….
Better Crop Management Through The Web
The UC Cooperative Extension is testing web-based software to help growers better manage their crops with less water and nitrogen. UC Cooperative Extension Advisor Michael Cahn is helping lettuce and…
Challenges for Rural Water Disticts
It’s easier said than done to upgrade and get clean, safe and potable water to rural residents. Susan Carter reports. Click to Open or Download Audio Report…
Irrigation Seminars at World Ag Expo
…attendees can also learn about energy management in irrigation, online monitoring and control systems, simplifying micro-irrigation system design, aeration in subsurface drip irrigation, and biggest mistakes in water filtration. Irrigation…
USDA Announces Speakers for Ag Forum
…85 distinguished experts in the fields of international trade, forestry, conservation, transportation, energy, nutrition, local foods, and food safety. The Forum continues to feature the traditional USDA commodity supply and…
CA Cattle Ranch Nominated for Award
…Each of the regional winners also had a video produce about their ranch. The Sparrowk video mentions their dedication to range land conservation. Please enjoy the video. The national winner…
CA Rice Industry Helps Wildlife
…provides food for people around the world but also habitat, breeding ground and food for some 230 species of wildlife. Industry officials estimate that up to 12 million waterfowl make…
Siskiyou Co. Farm Bureau Wins Lawsuit
…county farm bureaus from around the state supported the lawsuit, because of its statewide implications on water water rights regulations. For an in-depth article from the Siskiyou Daily, click here….
Kings Co. Dairy Farmer In a New Job
…which he says he is committed to supporting policies that encourage private-sector job growth, and secure a reliable water supply for the Central Valley. Valadao is the first republican in…
California Water Allocation for 2013
…Water Resources announced farmers can expect to receive more of the water they need for 2013. The snowpack is built up and reservoirs are refilled, thanks to early storms around…
New Leadership Team for Ag Committee
…including crop insurance, commodity exchanges, and specialty crops. • Rep. Glenn “GT” Thompson (PA-5): Conservation, Energy, and Forestry Jurisdiction: Soil, water, and resource conservation, small watershed program, energy and biobased…
USDA Conservation Stewardship Program
In just four years, America’s top conservationists have enrolled 50 million acres in USDA’s Conservation Stewardship Program . Sabrina Hill has more. Click to Open or Download Audio Report It’s…
CA Dairyman Honored With Award
…conservation tillage. At the recent California Farm Bureau Federation’s annual meeting in Pasadena, he was honored with the Leopold Conservation award. Only eight people in eight states receive this award…