Category: Sustainability
State of California and farmers collaborate to conserve water, provide critical habitat for migratory birds
The program works with farmers to implement practices to conserve water, protect water quality, promote soil health, and mitigate potential drought impacts on fish and migratory birds.
NRCS webinar: Organic agriculture as a climate change mitigation and adaptation strategy
Organic production could play a role in presenting solutions and adaptation strategies to climate change.
Registration now open for the second USDA Innovation Fair
The Innovation Fair is designed for everyone – from food scientists and industry experts to community gardeners and those curious about food loss and waste efforts.
Almond case study tests new ROI calculator for cover crops
Can the economic benefit of cover crops accurately be measured and, if so, what is the return on that investment?
Barn owls for rodent control
A variety of raptors can help with rodent pests, but barn owls are unique.
Vilsack announces Bioproduct Pilot program funded by Bipartisan Infrastructure Law
The new program aims to support the development of bio-based products with lower carbon footprints and increase use of renewable agricultural materials.
CDFA’s Healthy Soils Program selects 940 projects totaling $66.3 million to fight climate change
The selected projects will have an estimated impact across more than 82,000 acres of California farm and ranch land.
Seeds for Bees application open enrollment launched
Open enrollment started June 1, and new applicants can receive up to $2,500 in free seed.
Conservation goals leave many farmlands out
Farmland-conservation advocates argue that California’s ambitious conservation-based climate plan largely excludes the lands of farmers from being counted.
Gemperle Family Farms releases first sustainability report
The report details Gemperle Family Farms strong commitment to environmental stewardship and the local community.
USDA seeks proposals for innovative conservation approaches on ag lands
NRCS is offering incentive payments to producers who conduct on-farm trials with new conservation activities.
First funding pool deadline approaching for Partnerships for Climate-Smart Commodities
The new Partnerships for Climate-Smart Commodities opportunity provides up to $1 billion for pilot projects that create market opportunities for commodities produced using climate-smart practices.
NRCS offers webinar presenting findings about conservation on cropland
The webinar will include adoption trends for conservation tillage, cover crops, structural practices, irrigation practices, and advanced technologies, such as enhanced-efficiency fertilizers and variable rate fertilization.
Orchard recycling pioneer inspires almond farmers
A small, three-acre farm sparked a practice that is sweeping through California almond acreage and protecting the state’s air quality.
Zero waste in almonds
From feed to plastics, the almond industry is making sure nothing is wasted.