USDA-NRCS

California Pollinator Coalition secures grant to improve pollinator habitat, increase IPM

For almond growers, one of the important aspects of the new grant is that there will be no income restrictions on who can receive incentives. 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 »

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. more »

Project aimed at improving fertilization and irrigation practices

With funding provided by USDA-NRCS, the project will deploy Extension personnel to perform demonstrations, provide on-farm consultations, and conduct outreach activities to promote locally appropriate best practices. more »

New assistant state conservationists for field operations announced in California

The two new additions – Allen Curry and Johnnie Siliznoff – are in senior leadership positions that oversee administration and field operations in their assigned areas of Salinas and Fresno, respectively. more »