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What conservation practices 34 New York farms are investing in
New York provides $2.2 million cost-sharing for conservation and climate resilience.New York’s Climate Resilient Farming Grant Program is providing $2.2 million to help 34 farms reduce their...
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5 key findings from farmland loss report
American Farmland Trust works with Conservation Science Partners and NRCS to prepare farmland loss report.“Farms Under Threat: The State of America’s Farmland” sounds a stark warning: The loss of...
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USDA resumes CRP signup
Applications will be accepted June 4-Aug. 17, 2018.USDA will resume accepting applications for the voluntary Conservation Reserve Program. Eligible farmers, ranchers, and private landowners can sign up...
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Ag faces new Chesapeake Bay cleanup markers
EPA recently announced its Phase III Bay watershed clean-up list.Yes, the Chesapeake Bay cleanup is making progress. In 2017, scientists recorded the highest number of acres of underwater grasses ever...
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Lakewood uncorks sustainability, and an environmental win
This award-winning N.Y. farm and winery blends economic and environmental sustainability. On Aug. 8, the New York Ag Leadership Luncheon at Empire Farm Days will honor Beverly and David Stamp as...
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Nominations due Sept. 7, 2018, for Conservation Legacy Award
Conservation Legacy Award honors farmers' conservation accomplishments.Are you using a reduced tillage practice on your farm? Do you grow cover crops? Have you taken steps to improve energy efficiency...
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Sign up for CRP by Aug. 17
Limited practices eligible for this continuous signup; general signup not offered this year.The deadline to sign up for enrollment in the continuous Conservation Reserve Program is Aug. 17, 2018. There...
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7 ag stories you might have missed this week - Aug. 10, 2018
China moves to quickly eradicate swine fever, beef production rises and chlorpyrifos among ag news of the week.Need a quick catch up on the news of the week? Here are seven agricultural stories you...
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37 organizations in 29 states receive EPA environment grants
Environmental Education grants range from $50,000 to $100,000.The EPA has announced the 2018 Environmental Education Grants Program recipients.The funding will range from $50,000 to $100,000 and go to...
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Check on those riparian buffers during wet season
Newly established riparian buffers are at risk during heavy rainfalls.By Kristen KylerNewly installed riparian forest buffer repair is not as pressing as repair on homes or businesses, but it is...
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7 ag stories you might have missed this week - Sept. 7, 2018
Farm bill conference committee meets, a floating farm in the Netherlands and Ag Economy Barometer among ag news of the week.Need a quick catch up on the news? Here are seven agricultural stories you...
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Explore 3 conservation case studies
Environmental Defense Fund report includes detailed financial reviews of farm budgets.A report by the Environmental Defense Fund (EDF) and K·Coe Isom AgKnowledge finds that conservation practices...
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Conservation Legacy Award deadline extended
Deadline is now Sept. 14, 2018.The application deadline for the Conservation Legacy Award has been extended to Sept. 14. The awards recognize farm management practices of U.S. soybean farmers that are...
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Farming outside the Big Apple means being willing to adapt
Thunder View Farms has become nationally known for its conservation practices. In 1959, Phil Coombe purchased five Angus cows and calves as a modest addition to his family's farm. But this was the...
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Phosphorus index changes would target conservation practices
The goal is to better forecast phosphorus loss from runoff or soil erosion.A proposed revision to the Pennsylvania Phosphorus Index would better target practices to reduce phosphorus loss.Jennifer...
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NCGA, EDF partner to improve environment while growing profits
Environmental Defense Fund and National Corn Growers Association will engage in continuous improvements for water quality while strengthening yields.The Environmental Defense Fund and the National Corn...
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American Farmland Trust renews efforts to protect farmland
Soil health leader Jennifer Moore-Kucera hired to lead climate director.The American Farmland Trust is hiring Jennifer Moore-Kucera as the new director of its climate initiative and announcing its...
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EQIP cutoff is Jan. 18, 2019
Applications are accepted year-round, but there are ranking periods throughout the year.Thinking about signing up for EQIP? If so, a deadline is approaching in January.Applications for the...
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Soil Health Partnership expands pilot project
Phase 2 of pilot Associate Program announced on World Soil Day.In recognition of World Soil Day on Dec. 5, the Soil Health Partnership announced it is expanding a pilot project to give more farmers...
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Funding for water quality projects available through RCPP program
Pennsylvania producers have until Dec. 21 to apply for funding.The USDA-NRCS is seeking applications from farmers and landowners in targeted areas in central and southeastern Pennsylvania for funding...
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