…in varying capacities within the Conservation Technology Information Center, Agricultural Nutrient Policy Council, and Pesticide Policy Coalition. EPA Administrator Michael Regan also expressed praise for the Snyder appointment, noting he…
Easy Steps to Follow When Planting Nursery Plants
…soon as possible. Before planting your container-grown perennials, make sure to water them well. Well-hydrated plants tolerate and recover from the transplanting process better. Plan ahead and know where to…
Reclamation Awards Construction Contract for First Phase of Friant-Kern Canal Repairs
…financing package, we are thrilled to take this enormous step toward restoring critical water deliveries that support the San Joaquin Valley’s businesses, communities, and farms,” said Friant Water Authority Chief…
Armed to Farm California Virtual Workshop Series Begins October 12
…the Natural Resources Conservation Service and the California Association of Resource Conservation Districts to provide the workshop series for new veteran-farmers. Each of the workshops will begin at 10 a.m….
EPA Announces $21.7 Million in Grant Funding for Rural Water Projects
…Administrator for Water Radhika Fox comments that through the program, “EPA is able to meet the specific needs of small drinking water and wastewater systems to help improve water quality.”…
USDA’s Climate-Smart Initiative Celebrated by Industry Members
…climate-smart farming and forestry practices. USDA will be supporting a series of pilot projects to provide incentives for adopting various conservation practices on working lands. These projects will also be…
Caring for Your Homegrown Pineapple Plant
…plant. Pick a container that has a lot of drainage holes to avoid standing water. If you planted tops, it can take up to three years for fruits to mature,…
Growing Pineapple No Matter Where You Live
…a good soak of water. When you’re growing more than one pineapple, each one needs at least one foot between them, but if you can expand that to 2 feet….
Governor Newsom Signs $15 Billion Climate Package
…and expand water supplies and enhance water and wastewater infrastructure. A total of $1.1 billion will be invested in climate-smart agriculture over two years. Investments will be made in efforts…
Essentials You Will Need to Attract Pollinators
…than dyed sugar water in feeders, give hummingbirds the real stuff: nectar. They do love red, so move more towards the pink-purple palette, including tubular flowers that are well-suited for…
Are There Benefits of Starting a Pollinator Garden?
…is to go heavy on the native plants, so you can be sure to serve up what your pollinating friends will like. Pollinators also need fresh water, so it helps…
USDA Investing $3 Billion to Address Multiple Agricultural Issues
…been designated to support drought recovery efforts and help expand the adoption of water-smart management practices. An additional $500 million will be allocated for relief purposes for producers who have…
Report Highlights Meat Processing Challenges and Solutions for California
…constraints related to things like zoning, water quality, and waste management could hamper that investment. Permitting requirements could impede future development of new facilities and larger implementation of technologies like…
USDA Investing $75 million in Projects with Focus on Climate-Smart Ag
The Department of Agriculture will invest nearly $75 million for 15 partner-led projects to address natural resource concerns on private lands. This year, projects funded by the Regional Conservation Partnership…