The U.S. Bureau of Reclamation announced its intention to once again update water management plans for California. Earlier in the month, Reclamation announced the reinitiation of consultation on its Long-Term…
Farm City Newsday Monday, 10-18-21
Get the latest agriculture news in today’s Farm City Newsday, hosted by Brian German. Today’s show features an interview on the latest action that will impact California water supply management,…
Beat the odds with Atticus
…desired results,” says Brooks. Building trust and making a game plan Though post-emergent applications can be successful, avoiding the appearance of weeds from start to finish is the ultimate…
Farm City Newsday Friday, 10-15-21
Get the latest agriculture news in today’s Farm City Newsday, hosted by Brian German. Today’s show highlights some potential changes coming to California water management, the need for the state’s…
Pelosi Warns of Cuts to Build Back Better Act
…forestry management programs. The proposal also includes $28 billion for conservation and a $35 billion increase in child nutrition programs. Pelosi did not discuss details of the likely cuts to…
Almond Update: Understanding Herbicide Resistance in Orchards
…been effective in the past no longer addressing those weeds? Healthy weeds that are mixed in with uncontrolled weeds of the same species can also be an indicator of herbicide…
Comment Sought on Draft of California’s Climate Smart Strategy
…of California’s natural and working landscapes is outlined in the draft, with descriptions as to how they can be used to support climate goals. Opportunities for climate-smart land management are…
Responding to Black Fig Fly in California
…have black fig fly infestations to areas of the Central Valley is being strongly discouraged. As management strategies continue to be developed, growers are encouraged to closely monitor their orchards….
Urban Agriculture Grants and Cooperative Agreements Selected by USDA
…Service Agency will also continue developing county committees specifically designed to address urban agriculture. Risk management training efforts and crop insurance education for historically underserved and urban producers will also…
Nearly $150 Million Being Invested in 15 Sustainable Agriculture Projects
…working with partners to address groundwater over-use through a $10 million grant. The project will also include the development of educational programs and Extension efforts to support sustainable groundwater management….
FARM Act Seeks oversite on Foreign Ag Farmland Investments
Lawmakers introduced the Foreign Adversary Risk Management or FARM Act. The legislation seeks to combat foreign interference in America’s agriculture supply chain through reforms to the Committee on Foreign Investment…
California Agricultural Leadership Program Selects 51st Class
…program, the participants will study leadership theory, effective communication, critical and strategic thinking, change management, emotional intelligence and complex social and cultural issues. The program consists of approximately 55 seminar…
Governor Newsom Signs $15 Billion Climate Package
…to improve soil health, address livestock methane emissions, and promote equipment replacement. Funding will also be used to provide technical assistance and incentivize the development of conservation management plans on…
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…