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Below you'll find a list of all posts that have been categorized as “Environment”
The Environmental Quality Incentives Program (EQIP), through USDA’s Natural Resources Conservation Service (NRCS), provides financial and technical assistance to agricultural producers. The program is designed to address natural resource concerns and deliver environmental benefits such as improved water and air quality, conserved ground and surface water, reduced soil erosion and sedimentation or improved or created wildlife habitat. And according to NRCS Chief Terry …
Monday, the National Association of Conservation Districts (NACD) announced the names of eleven individuals inducted into the 2022 NACD Southeast Region Conservation Hall of Fame. This event annually recognizes and honors individuals from NACD’s Southeast Region who have had a significant impact or influence on conservation practice or partnerships at the local, state, territory, regional or national levels. “Congratulations to all the 2022 …
Late last month, the Environmental Protection Agency reopened the finalized reregistration of atrazine. The EPA proposes an extremely low ecological level of concern value for atrazine of just 3.4 parts per billion, down from the scientifically proven 15 parts per billion, according to Gary Marshall, Triazine Network Co-Chair and retired Missouri Corn Growers Association CEO. “In 2019, the EPA agreed …
The U.S. Department of Agriculture (USDA) has announced they are accepting offers for more than 3.1 million through this year’s Conservation Reserve Program Grassland Signup, the highest in history. The program allows producers and landowners to continue grazing and haying practices while protecting grasslands and promoting plant and animal biodiversity and conservation. Agriculture Secretary Tom Vilsack says, “This year’s record-breaking …
The 2021 national winner of the Environmental Stewardship Program will be announced during the Cattle Industry Summer Business Meeting in Reno, Nevada, July 25-27. The award, established by the National Cattlemen’s Beef Association (NCBA) back in 1991, identifies outstanding land stewards in the cattle industry. Every year, seven families are recognized with regional Environmental Stewardship awards, with one getting honored …
The Environmental Protection Agency (EPA) released proposed changes to the agency’s September 2020 atrazine interim decision. The Scoop says the proposal includes five changes to atrazine labels to lower runoff from farm fields. The agency wants to prohibit application when soils are saturated or above field capacity. The proposal would also prohibit application within 48 hours of a forecasted rain …
A good use for leftover brewer’s yeast. That’s coming up on This Land of Ours. Brewer’s yeast used to make beer is typically discarded once it’s no longer needed. Sometimes, though, the leftover yeast is mixed into livestock feed as a source of protein and vitamins. Now, there may be even more reason to continue this practice, according to findings …
The climate and agricultural resilience. That’s coming up on This Land of Ours. The House Agriculture Committee recently held a hearing titled “The Role of Climate Research in Agricultural Resiliency.” In his opening statement, Chairman Representative David Scott of Georgia gave his thoughts on the importance of the topic. “Climate change poses a threat to our farmers, ranchers, and foresters; …
We told you earlier this month that the U.S. Department of Agriculture (USDA) is gathering information about the adoption of conservation practices, across the country, including here in the Southeast. The farmer survey was designed to find out what factors are involved in making their decisions about implementing conservation practices. That’s Dan Mullarkey with USDA’s Natural Resources Conservation Service (NRCS). The survey …
Signup for the Conservation Stewardship Program (CSP), through the USDA Natural Resources Conservation Service (NRCS) in Alabama, ends June 10. This signup targets applicants who are designated as a Historically Underserved (HU) Farmer or Rancher. Groups defined as “Historically Underserved” (HU) include: Beginning Farmer or Rancher, Socially Disadvantaged Farmer or Rancher, Limited Resource Farmer or Rancher, and Veteran Farmer or Rancher. NRCS offers voluntary programs …
