California Governor Issues Executive Order To Redouble State Drought Actions Posted by David Eddy|April 28, 2014 Governor Brown moves to cut red tape to more easily direct water where it is needed.Read More
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New Website Helps Fruit And Nut Growers Improve Irrigation Posted by David Eddy|April 28, 2014 The interactive site helps growers who work with pressure chambers — tools for measuring plant water stress.
How Bad Weather May Mean Good News For Your Crops By Steven T. Koike|April 25, 2014 The harsh weather conditions out West set the stage for a decreased presence of certain pests and diseases, which is good news for growers.
California Leafy Greens Pest Update By Lauren María Alexander|April 25, 2014 An unusual soil pest and drought conditions present unique challenges for California growers.
Drought Relief Provides Food To California’s Hardest Hit Communities Posted by Rosemary Gordon|April 22, 2014 Announcement represents the first wave of drought-related food assistance which will be delivered to communities throughout California this year.
7 Drought Survival Tips For Farmers By David Eddy|April 5, 2014 Here are 7 things almond growers can do to get by with less water.
Drought Assistance Available To Certified Organic Farmers In California Posted by Lauren María Alexander|April 4, 2014 Farm Aid, California Certified Organic Farmers, and Community Alliance with Family Farmers offer disaster assistance to organic farmers who have suffered the effects of the drought.
Almond Board Offers Tips On Coping With Drought Posted by David Eddy|April 2, 2014 Carefully managed deficit irrigation of up to 15% will not reduce yields.
University Of Nevada Launches ‘Living With Drought’ Website Posted by Lauren María Alexander|March 28, 2014 Cooperative Extension collaborates with partners to provide growers and homeowners information for coping with the looming drought.
Farm Credit Associations Pledge $100,000 To Alleviate Hunger Caused By California’s Drought Posted by David Eddy|March 28, 2014 The money will support food banks in farm communities — the areas most devastated by the drought.
Almond Growers: 6 Tips For Sustaining The Drought Posted by David Eddy|March 26, 2014 Pointers focus on how much to irrigate, when to start irrigating, nitrogen reductions, and more.
Drought Forcing California Farmers To Leave As Much As 800,000 Acres Unplanted Posted by David Eddy|March 20, 2014 Agricultural group raises estimate of fallowed land to 1,250 square miles as the state’s traditional “rainy” season nears end.
California Kicks Off Program To Save Water Posted by David Eddy|March 18, 2014 Several groups join to together to launch ‘Californians Don’t Waste’ campaign.
Combat Drought Conditions With More Efficient Water Usage By Michael Cahn|March 4, 2014 Implementing short- and long-term strategies can help farming operations during drought years.
February Forecast: Limited Water Supply In Westernmost States Posted by David Eddy|February 14, 2014 While dry in the far west states, the report predicts a near normal water supply for most areas east of the Continental Divide.
Obama Announces Assistance To Drought-Stricken Californians Posted by David Eddy|February 14, 2014 USDA will provide up to $100 million in livestock disaster assistance, additional $10 million for water conservation.
USDA Launches Effort To Assist California Producers Affected By Drought Posted by David Eddy|February 4, 2014 $20 million available for agricultural conservation enhancements on key agricultural lands.
Potatoes Could Step Up Performance Under Climate Change Pressure Posted by Lauren María Alexander|February 3, 2014 Research shows potato production may benefit from short-term drought cycles.
USDA Designates Nearly All Of California For Drought Disaster Assistance Posted by David Eddy|January 27, 2014 Growers in 57 of the state’s 58 counties are eligible for low-interest emergency loans.
California Governor Declares Drought State Of Emergency Posted by David Eddy|January 17, 2014 Governor Brown calls for conservation statewide, directs state to manage water for drought.