Category: Sustainability
BetterSoil Alliance rewards growers for sustainable achievements
Launched by Yara North American and Heliae Agriculture, participants will be eligible to receive a sustainability reward based on water productivity and nitrogen use efficiency, as well as recognition in the Alliance.
Dairy and almond groups partner on healthy soils research
University of California, Davis, researchers are recycling dairy manure and almond twigs into a nutrient-rich, safe, organic soil amendment to help build soil resilience and reduce waste.
It takes a village
Bee-focused partnerships move growers toward more sustainable almond production.
USDA targets sensitive, highly erodible land for Conservation Reserve Program
Even with the acceptance of 2.8 million acres in offers, the program still falls short of its 4 million acre target, which results in some negative environmental impacts.
Major nut-based snack manufacturer commits to sourcing 100% bee-friendly almonds
In its commitment to sustainability and ethical sourcing, Flagstone Foods is partnering with almond growers who follow bee-friendly farming practices.
Blue Diamond Growers names new director of sustainability
With roots in almond country and experience promoting sustainability in many commodities, Daniel Sonke is taking his expertise to the almond industry giant.
USDA seeks proposals for innovative approaches to conservation on ag lands
USDA-NRCS is looking for agriculture partners to implement on-the-ground conservation and will provide incentives to offset the risk of trialing innovation.
NRCS invites proposals for 2021 Conservation Innovation Grants
Applicants have through April 23 to apply for a grant to fund on-farm trials, field demonstrations and pilot projects that are likely successful, but not yet widely adopted.
USDA encourages growers to apply for federal conservation assistance
Growers interested in financial and technical assistance are encourage to apply for USDA’s Environmental Quality Incentives Program.
