The State Water Resources Control Board has made a significant decision regarding the Tulare Lake Subbasin. The U.S. Environmental Protection Agency has unveiled updates to its Herbicide Strategy, aiming to…
AgNet News Hour, Thursday, 04-25-24
Get the latest agriculture news in today’s AgNet News Hour, hosted by Sabrina Halvorson. Today’s show highlights concerns about EPA’s new herbicide strategy and another increase in water allocations for…
Another Increase to the State Water Project Allocation
The Department of Water Resources (DWR) has announced another increase to the State Water Project allocation. Last month, DWR updated the allocation to 30 percent of requested supplies. The latest…
USDA Confirms Cow-to-Cow Transmission of HPAI in Dairy Outbreak
…it the birds bathing in the water?” Raudabaugh noted. “These are all questions that have not been answered yet. So, guidance and directives will definitely be changing every single week…
Tulare Lake Subbasin First to Receive Probationary Status from Water Board
…alternatives to address water management issues. Meanwhile, advocates emphasized the importance of protecting groundwater for drinking water and environmental justice. Brian German Ag News Director / AgNet West Twitter LinkedIn…
Almond Update: Environmental Stewardship Story of Almonds Continues to Get Better
…improving soil and organic matter, increasing water holding capacity, and improving yields over time. Another component of the almond industry’s environmental stewardship improvements relates to water. Turner pointed out that…
AgNet News Hour, Wednesday, 04-10-24
Get the latest agriculture news in today’s AgNet News Hour, hosted by Sabrina Halvorson. Today’s show includes details on the EPA’s new rules for a legally enforceable PFAS drinking water…
Delta-Mendota Canal Floating Solar Project Receives $15 Million
…the dual benefit of generating renewable energy while mitigating water loss through evaporation. It is being spearheaded by collaborations between the San Luis & Delta-Mendota Water Authority, the U.S. Bureau…
Week in Review: California Snowpack Hits the Average & Pistachio Industry Challenges
Measurements taken by the Department of Water Resources show that the California snowpack has hit the historical average. Operating costs for pistachio growers have been steadily increasing since 2020, while…
Almond Update: Taking Advantage of Incentive Opportunities
…things, I’m already doing cover crop, I’m already doing these great things in my orchard, I’m already water efficient.’ Well then you need to be signed up because it is…
California Snowpack: ‘Average is Awesome’
…snow last year,” said Andy Reising, DWR water resource engineer. “This year, we’re slightly more than five feet of snow.” The water year started slowly, with a snow depth of…
Optimism for the 2024 California Cotton Season
…Association (CCGGA), Roger Isom said a driving factor in projected increases is the availability of water. Prices of other commodities have also made cotton a more attractive option for growers….
Week in Review: Water Allocations Increase & Legitimacy Questions for Indoor Heat Rule
Water allocations have been increased for both the Central Valley Project and the State Water Project. Recent developments in both Colombia and India have set the stage for better trade…
AgNet News Hour, Thursday, 03-28-24
…Valley Project water allocations. Tune in for these news stories, interviews, features, and more. Listen to previous AgNet News Hour episodes… Sabrina Halvorson National Correspondent / AgNet Media, Inc. Sabrina…