Sustainability

All-in on climate-smart

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Vilsack highlights USDA’s climate initiatives and investments at COP27

Global food security depends upon the ability of farmers and producers worldwide to increase their productivity, while strengthening their climate resilience and minimizing their climate impacts. more »

Almond growers can help prove air quality advancements

Almond growers can anonymously assist in the effort by sending the new equipment's runtime and serial number to their local NRCS office. more »

Blue Diamond among USDA climate-smart recipients in California

The grants support efforts such as manure management to reduce methane emissions, regenerative practices in almonds, and collecting data to develop a national soil inventory. more »

New grant could help pay for conservation practices for CA farmers

California Department of Food and Agriculture has recently set aside $15 million to help offset the cost of planning and implementing big projects. more »

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. more »

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. more »

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. more »