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Time is of the Essence: 100 Years of Data Identify the Right Time to Regenerate Perennial Grasses
By USDA Newswire Report | May 26, 2023
Perennial grasses are economically and biologically important in the Southwest U.S. region, but the abundance of these plants can change dramatically over time.
Connecting Kids To Meals: A Valued Resource For Kids In Northwest Ohio
By USDA Newswire Report | May 26, 2023
Connecting Kids to Meals, known as CKM, is a nonprofit agency in Toledo, Ohio, that provides healthy meals at no cost to at-risk kids in low-income and underserved areas of Northwest Ohio.
Capitol Conservation District local work group meetings scheduled, June 1 and June 6
By USDA Newswire Report | May 26, 2023
The Capitol Conservation District in cooperation with the Natural Resources Conservation Service (NRCS) will convene local work group meetings to discuss conservation programs for 2023-2024 and provide guidance for the Environmental Quality Incentives Program (EQIP).
NRCS Delivering Climate Solutions through the Inflation Reduction Act
By USDA Newswire Report | May 26, 2023
The Inflation Reduction Act of 2022 represents the single largest investment in climate and clean energy solutions in American history.
NRCS's ACT NOW Cover Crop Initiative, the NE CO Producer, and the Right Mix
By USDA Newswire Report | May 26, 2023
In communities across rural Colorado, neighbors often look out for neighbors – many will offer to give you a hand when you need it or a call when the cows are out.
Efficient Lighting Improves Iowa Dairy Operation
By USDA Newswire Report | May 26, 2023
Dairy farm operators with Distant View Farms in Allamakee County, Iowa, are reaping the benefits of an energy efficient lighting system they implemented in 2017 in their large dairy barns with financial and planning assistance from USDA’s Natural Resources Conservation Service (NRCS).
Biden-Harris Administration Invests in Watershed Infrastructure in Missouri to Help Communities Recover from, Prepare for Natural Disasters as Part of Investing in America Agenda
By USDA Newswire Report | May 26, 2023
The Biden-Harris Administration today announced that the U.S. Department of Agriculture (USDA) is making investments, including from the Bipartisan Infrastructure Law, in watershed infrastructure to help communities recover from and prepare for natural disasters.
Biden-Harris Administration Invests in Watershed Infrastructure to Help Communities Recover from, Prepare for Natural Disasters as Part of Investing in America Agenda
By USDA Newswire Report | May 26, 2023
The Biden-Harris Administration today announced that the U.S. Department of Agriculture (USDA) is making investments, including from the Bipartisan Infrastructure Law, in watershed infrastructure to help communities recover from and prepare for natural disasters.
Claims Office Partners with USDA’s Natural Resources Conservation Service to Provide Conservation Restoration Planning to Claimants at No Charge
By USDA Newswire Report | May 26, 2023
The Hermit’s Peak/Calf Canyon Claims Office has partnered with the USDA’s Natural Resources Conservation Service (NRCS) to offer landowners the opportunity to request a NRCS Conservation Restoration Plan for their property, tailored to recovering from the Hermit’s Peak Calf/Canyon Fire and subsequent floods.
Conservation Florida, NRCS Permanently Protect 527-Acre XL Ranch Lightsey Cove within Florida Wildlife Corridor
By USDA Newswire Report | May 26, 2023
Conservation Florida, a leader in statewide land conservation, in partnership with the Natural Resources Conservation Service (NRCS), has permanently protected 527 acres within the Florida Wildlife Corridor.
Agriculture Department discusses Privacy Act of 1974; Computer Matching Program on May 25
By USDA Newswire | May 26, 2023
The US Agriculture Department published a two page notice on May 25, according to the U.S. Government Publishing Office.
USDA-NIFA offers new grant application process starting May 26
By USDA Newswire | May 26, 2023
Agriculture in the K-12 Classroom grant opened on May 26.
Rural eConnectivity Program discussed on May 25 by Agriculture Department
By USDA Newswire | May 26, 2023
The US Agriculture Department published a one page rule on May 25, according to the U.S. Government Publishing Office.
USDA-NRCS grant application closes on July 10
By USDA Newswire | May 26, 2023
Implementation of Restoration Activities for Iowa Floodplain Easement Programs grant opened on May 26.
Agriculture Department discusses National Organic Program; National List of Allowed and Prohibited Substances (2022 Sunset); Correction on May 25
By USDA Newswire | May 26, 2023
The US Agriculture Department published a two page rule on May 25, according to the U.S. Government Publishing Office.
USDA Restricts PACA Violators in California and Texas from Operating in the Produce Industry
By USDA Newswire | May 26, 2023
News Release: Washington - The U.S. Department of Agriculture (USDA) has imposed sanctions on four produce businesses for failing to meet contractual obligations to the sellers of produce they purchased and failing to pay reparation awards issued under the Perishable Agricultural Commodities Act (PACA). These sanctions...
USDA Takes Action to Help Protect Endangered California Condors From Highly Pathogenic Avian Influenza
By USDA Newswire | May 26, 2023
Release: The United States Department of Agriculture’s (USDA) Animal and Plant Health Inspection Service (APHIS) is taking emergency action to help protect the critically endangered California condors after several have died from highly pathogenic avian influenza (HPAI). APHIS has approved the emergency use of HPAI vaccine in an attempt to prevent additional deaths of these birds.
NRCS in the Pacific Islands Area Announces Conservation Stewardship Program Signup
By USDA Newswire Report | May 26, 2023
The U.S. Department of Agriculture (USDA) is accepting applications from agricultural producers and forest landowners from the Pacific Islands Area for the Conservation Stewardship Program (CSP).
Biden-Harris Administration Announces Availability of $500 Million for Improved Regional Conservation Partnership Program to Better Support Partners, Producers as Part of Investing in America Agenda
By USDA Newswire Report | May 26, 2023
The Biden-Harris Administration today announced the availability of $500 million in funding to advance partner-driven solutions to conservation on agricultural land through the U.S. Department of Agriculture’s Regional Conservation Partnership Program (RCPP).
NRCS helps prepare students for climate smart agriculture careers
By USDA Newswire Report | May 26, 2023
The future of agriculture lies in the hands of today’s students. As the nation’s population becomes increasingly urbanized, it can be challenging for university to build academic pathways for students to pursue careers in agriculture fields.