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Monthly Archives: February 2015

Federal government to boost drought funding by $50 million – from the Monterey Herald

Posted on February 9, 2015 by Office of Public Affairs

By Fenit Nirappil, Associated Press The federal government is making available up to $50 million in drought-relief funds for western states, with the largest portion earmarked for parched California, U.S. Secretary of the Interior Sally Jewell and Gov. Jerry Brown … Continue reading →

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Western Governors Drought Forum Webinar Series Begins on February 11

Posted on February 6, 2015 by Office of Public Affairs

Registration is open for the Western Governors’ Drought Forum Webinar Series, which will feature regional experts on water and drought management. The series will offer five in-depth discussions on topics that have arisen during the first six months of the Drought Forum, … Continue reading →

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USDA designates 55 California counties as primary natural disaster areas

Posted on February 5, 2015 by Office of Public Affairs

The U.S. Department of Agriculture (USDA) has designated 55 counties in California as primary natural disaster areas due to damages and losses caused by a recent drought. The counties are: Alameda, Alpine, Amador, Butte, Calaveras, Colusa, Contra Costa, El Dorado, … Continue reading →

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USDA Partnering to Conduct Grant Workshops to Support Local Foods

Posted on February 5, 2015 by Office of Public Affairs

The U.S. Department of Agriculture’s (USDA) Agricultural Marketing Service (AMS) and National Institute for Food and Agriculture (NIFA) have announced a partnership through the Agricultural Marketing Service Technical Assistance (AMSTA) Project to conduct workshops that will help potential grant applicants … Continue reading →

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California surpasses 20 percent water conservation goal – from Capitol Public Radio

Posted on February 4, 2015 by Office of Public Affairs

By Katie Orr California’s urban water conservation rate reached 22 percent in December, exceeding the 20 percent conservation goal set by Governor Jerry Brown. Heavy rain led to reduced outdoor watering. But the State Water Board’s Katheryn Landau says nature isn’t the … Continue reading →

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US Trade Representative Michael Froman addresses export impacts and opportunities in remarks to nation’s ag leaders

Posted on February 3, 2015 by Office of Public Affairs

                  On Monday, February 2, US Trade Representative Michael Froman spoke to the National Association of State Departments of Agriculture at its Winter Policy Conference.  Link to speech Excerpts of speech: …”American … Continue reading →

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Hydrogen Highway Update: Public fueling stations one step closer to “go” thanks to CDFA’s expertise

Posted on February 3, 2015 by Office of Public Affairs

The recent christening of a hydrogen fuel dispenser at the Hydrogen Research and Fueling Facility at Cal State Los Angeles (CSULA) represents a significant milestone in California’s ongoing efforts to counter climate change. The station is the first of its … Continue reading →

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USDA invests $18 million to train beginning farmers and ranchers

Posted on February 2, 2015 by Office of Public Affairs

U.S. Department of Agriculture’s Deputy Secretary Krysta Harden (USDA) has announced more than $18 million in grants to educate, mentor, and enhance the sustainability of the next generation of farmers. The grants are available through the Beginning Farmer and Rancher Development … Continue reading →

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