…aims to boost timber production and reduce wildfire risks, despite environmental concerns. In California, wolves are causing significant damage to livestock, leading to a state of emergency in Shasta County….
Wildfire Outlook for the Northwest & California
…continue analyzing whether these predicted patterns hold. If they do, the Pacific Northwest and California may experience significant wildfire activity, reinforcing the urgency of fire prevention and management efforts. Wildfire…
AgNet News Hour Tuesday, 04-01-25
…disaster relief. The segment also touched on a recent wildfire in central California, the Silver Fire, which has spread over 1,000 acres near Bishop. In the second segment, Nick and…
AgNet News Hour Thursday, 03-20-25
…to protect wine grape growers from wildfire smoke damage by allocating $32.5 million annually for five years to research smoke taint and develop risk management methods. es 4,800 wineries and…
Stewardship Agreement Announced to Enhance Wildfire Prevention
Massive California Apple Fire forcing thousands of people to evacuate their homes, wildfires spreading rapidly, escaping to save their lives. DepositPhotos image A $75 million stewardship agreement was announced to…
AgNet News Hour Friday, 02-28-25
…$75 million USDA initiative for wildfire mitigation in California and Oregon. This includes the creation of fuel breaks and the potential role of livestock grazing in reducing wildfire risks. The…
AgNet News Hour Tuesday, 02-18-25
…Service Agency and NRCS operations. They delve into the firing of key USDA researchers investigating the effects of wildfire smoke on crops, highlighting the loss of critical ongoing research and…
California Wildfires Also Affecting Agriculture
…wildfires are affecting populated areas in Southern California, they are also affecting agricultural areas in the hilly areas just outside of Los Angeles. USA meteorologist Brad Rippey on the wildfire…
AgNet News Hour Friday, 01-10-25
…the broader implications of wildfires for California’s agricultural sector, detailing the effects on crops, livestock, and water resources. The hosts emphasize the need for better wildfire management and agricultural practices,…
AgNet News Hour Thursday, 12-12-24
…the Public Lands Council, discussing legislative priorities and congressional hearings on grazing and ranching measures. They delve into specific bills aimed at reducing wildfire risks and increasing operational flexibility for…
Disaster Tax Relief Bill Passes in U.S. Senate
…payments received due to a “qualified wildfire disaster” from being counted as income for federal tax purposes. The bill also retroactively applies to any wildfire payments received in tax years…
Public Input Needed on How to Improve Conservation Practice Standards
…current and future climate changes, such as seasonal temperature shifts and extremes, drought, increasing wildfire hazards, sea level rise, movement of invasive species and other issues. While NRCS welcomes comments…
AgNet News Hour Friday, 11-22-24
Get the latest agriculture news in today’s AgNet News Hour. In this episode, California rancher Sherry Brennan discusses how targeted grazing can help reduce wildfire risks and restore fire-prone landscapes….
Deadline Approaching for California Farmers to Apply for Conservation Assistance
…with cleaner ones, and the WaterSmart projects in partnership with the Bureau of Reclamation, which support improved water infrastructure on farms. Additional programs offer support for wildlife habitat, wildfire mitigation,…