Environment + Energy Leader

JUNE 28, 2023

billion to the country's agriculture to support its efforts towards tackling nature and climate challenges. As a part of this unique partnership, NatWest will provide nearly $8.8

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JULY 13, 2023

Department of Agriculture has allocated more than $3 billion to help farmers transition to practices that sequester carbon and reduce emissions. But some researchers claim the program can’t measure emissions accurately and is unlikely to achieve its climate goals. Read more on E360 →

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Union of Concerned Scientists

MARCH 28, 2023

The Agriculture Resilience Act (ARA) was reintroduced today in Congress by Representative Chellie Pingree (D-Maine). During its previous introduction, the ARA was widely supported by science, farm, and climate groups and considered a landmark piece of legislation in mitigating climate emissions from agriculture.

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Environment + Energy Leader

APRIL 7, 2023

During Earth Month (April), consumers can learn about and support the regenerative agriculture farmer-led movement. The post Consumer-Facing Initiatives: General Mills’ Latest Push for Regenerative Agriculture appeared first on Environment + Energy Leader.

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Union of Concerned Scientists

MARCH 15, 2023

I was an Agricultural Engineer. Understanding the environment holistically has helped me see the web of intersecting problems and challenges that we experience nowadays in California, especially in how most agriculture is practiced. Agricultural regions that also have oil wells, like Kern County , have even worse air quality.

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Environment + Energy Leader

OCTOBER 1, 2022

The post Programs Encourage Growth of Sustainable Agriculture appeared first on Environment + Energy Leader. The USDA is providing nearly $3 billion in funding for 70 pilot programs that among other goals will sequester millions of tons of carbon emissions.

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Cleannovate

FEBRUARY 10, 2024

Introduction: Phosphorus, an essential element for plant growth, is at the heart of a growing concern that threatens the sustainability of global agriculture. With depleting phosphorus resources, coupled with losses from farms and waste discharge, the world is facing a looming crisis that could impact food security and environmental health.

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National Sustainable Agriculture Coalition (NSAC)

FEBRUARY 15, 2024

Photo credit: Lindsey Scalera With spring on the horizon, US Department of Agriculture (USDA) has announced a number of funding opportunities for sustainable agriculture. For more detailed information on these and other USDA grant programs, see NSAC’s Grassroots Guide to Federal Food and Farm Programs.

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PA Environment Daily

APRIL 26, 2024

On April 26, Agriculture Secretary Russell Redding visited Stroud Water Research Center in Avondale, Chester County, for a first-hand look at research measuring the effects of farming practices that are improving water quality and soil health. The field is part of a watershed-scale experiment on conservation agriculture.

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Environment + Energy Leader

NOVEMBER 17, 2022

The post Bridgestone Gets $35 Million Grant for Natural Rubber, Sustainable Agriculture appeared first on Environment + Energy Leader. The money will go toward increasing the production of guayule in the southwestern United States.

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Union of Concerned Scientists

APRIL 27, 2023

From food to education, people of color have disproportionately faced a lack of access to all aspects of agriculture. Every sector of agriculture has been purposefully constructed to exclude and silence communities of color. To adequately move forward, US agriculture needs to end its disregard and silencing of BIPOC voices and goals.

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PA Environment Daily

APRIL 17, 2024

Individuals working in agricultural conservation can dive into professional development opportunities by attending the “ ACAP Ag Conservation Con ,” June 4-6 at Toftrees Golf Resort, located at 1 Country Club Lane in State College. The early registration fee of $45 is available through May 10.

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Environment + Energy Leader

FEBRUARY 9, 2023

The post Maximizing Efficiency: Goldcrest Farms and Valley Irrigation Collaborate for Sustainable Agriculture appeared first on Environment + Energy Leader. Valley Irrigation has teamed up with Goldcrest Farm Trust Advisors to turn unproductive dryland into a thriving and sustainable farm for progressive tenants.

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Environment + Energy Leader

FEBRUARY 15, 2022

The post USDA Earmarks $1 billion for Sustainable Agriculture, Land Management appeared first on Environment + Energy Leader. Through these investments, which the department is calling Partnerships for Climate-Smart Commodities, USDA aims to incentivize the following three developments among producers and landowners.

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National Sustainable Agriculture Coalition (NSAC)

JANUARY 17, 2024

As those paying attention to agriculture know, climate impacts have become increasingly apparent since the last assessment was published in 2018. The NCA5 covers a lot of ground, but this summary focuses on aspects most relevant to agriculture.

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PA Environment Daily

APRIL 24, 2024

On April 23, Berks County-based Rodale Institute announced organic agriculture transition advisor, Luke Howard, has joined Rodale Institute to lead the nonprofit’s partnership with Warehime Enterprise to regenerate farmland in South Central Pennsylvania.

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PA Environment Daily

APRIL 26, 2024

The Department of Agriculture published notices in the April 27 PA Bulletin announcing it is now accepting applications for Agricultural Conservation Research Grants ( formal notice ) and Agricultural Research Grants ( formal notice ). The deadline for applications is June 7. million available for grants under the program.

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Environment + Energy Leader

FEBRUARY 14, 2022

The post USDA Earmarks $1 billion for Sustainable Agriculture, Land Management appeared first on Environment + Energy Leader. Through these investments, which the department is calling Partnerships for Climate-Smart Commodities, USDA aims to incentivize the following three developments among producers and landowners.

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Union of Concerned Scientists

DECEMBER 8, 2022

Agriculture is responsible for emitting around 11 percent of all global warming pollution in the United States—roughly the annual equivalent of 141.75 In September, the United States Department of Agriculture (USDA) announced $2.8 million cars. A step in the right direction.

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National Sustainable Agriculture Coalition (NSAC)

FEBRUARY 13, 2024

For Immediate Release Contact: Laura Zaks National Sustainable Agriculture Coalition lzaks@sustainableagriculture.net Tel. For Immediate Release Contact: Laura Zaks National Sustainable Agriculture Coalition lzaks@sustainableagriculture.net Tel. Today farms are larger and fewer in number than in 2017. Or is there a better way?”

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PA Environment Daily

APRIL 25, 2024

The participants included the Department of Environmental Protection, Department of Agriculture, and the Department of Conservation and Natural Resources joined the Fish and Boat Commission, Sen. Gene Yaw (R-Lycoming), Sen. Scott Martin (R-Lancaster), the U.S.

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Environment + Energy Leader

APRIL 27, 2023

G20 Members also encourage investing in agricultural research and innovation. The post USDA Highlights Critical Role of Agricultural Research and Development During G20 Meeting appeared first on Environment + Energy Leader. Their specific goals include providing nutritious food to all, minimizing food waste, and boosting technology.

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National Sustainable Agriculture Coalition (NSAC)

NOVEMBER 1, 2023

FOR IMMEDIATE RELEASE Contact: Laura Zaks National Sustainable Agriculture Coalition lzaks@sustainableagriculture.net Tel. FOR IMMEDIATE RELEASE Contact: Laura Zaks National Sustainable Agriculture Coalition lzaks@sustainableagriculture.net Tel.

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PA Environment Daily

JANUARY 13, 2024

The Penn State Institute of Sustainable Agricultural, Food, and Environmental Science and its Agriculture and Environment Center seek a dynamic self-starter with experience and training in agricultural and natural resource sciences to join its team in the AEC Lower Susquehanna Office as its Agricultural Outreach Specialist.

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National Law Center

JANUARY 11, 2024

For agricultural producers, staying on. The post State Tax Changes Enacted in 2023 Affecting Agriculture appeared first on National Agricultural Law Center. April may feel far away in January, but tax day is always closer than you think.

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The Applied Ecologist

JANUARY 18, 2024

Bees in intensive agricultural landscapes Bees need flowers for food and reproduction. Previously, agricultural areas contained small fields with undisturbed borders and flower-rich pastures that provided bees with the resources they need. The transition to …

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NOVEMBER 30, 2023

The post Flood Insurance for Agricultural Producers appeared first on National Agricultural Law Center. According to the Federal Emergency Management Agency (“FEMA”), only one inch of water in a property can cause more than $25,000.

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National Law Center

OCTOBER 24, 2023

Department of Agriculture’s Economic Research Service, approximately 39 percent of U.S. The post Good Husbandry in Agricultural Leases appeared first on National Agricultural Law Center. farmland in the contiguous 48 states.

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Environment + Energy Leader

APRIL 17, 2023

By reducing waste, increasing efficiency, and improving crop yields, agricultural IoT can contribute to higher profits for farmers. The post The Future of Farming: Agriculture IoT Market Projected to Grow at 9.8% CAGR appeared first on Environment + Energy Leader.

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Inside Climate News

OCTOBER 30, 2023

Environmental regulators announced new grants to help researchers investigate how harmful PFAS affect plants and animals in agricultural environments.

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Legal Planet

SEPTEMBER 21, 2021

In a previous blog post , I briefly reviewed some of the innovative strategies to reduce methane emissions from agricultural livestock and rice operations, which have the potential to combat a significant source of global greenhouse gas emissions. Agricultural Methane Regulation. Emissions Inventorying and Baselining.

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National Sustainable Agriculture Coalition (NSAC)

OCTOBER 25, 2023

On October 1, 2023, the Agriculture Improvement Act of 2018 – more commonly known as the 2018 Farm Bill – expired. What this means on the ground is that FSA and some state Departments of Agriculture are currently accepting 2023 OCCSP applications using remaining 2018 Farm Bill funds.

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PA Environment Daily

FEBRUARY 2, 2024

Each year, PASA Sustainable Agriculture honors farmer, community, and business leaders who serve as examples for advancing sustainable agriculture through innovation and collaboration. Click Here to read much more about the award winners. Click Here to sign up for regular updates. Click Here to become a member.

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PA Environment Daily

OCTOBER 4, 2023

If you said yes, you may be interested in applying for this grant opportunity with the CARAT (Climate-smart Agriculture that is Profitable, Regenerative, Actionable, and Trustworthy) Project. Applications are now open. Click Here for information on how to apply online or via mail.

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PA Environment Daily

APRIL 12, 2024

On April 11, the Department of Agriculture announced Pennsylvania will purchase development rights for 2,250 acres on 28 farms in 15 counties, forever protecting them from residential or commercial development. The farms, approved for conservation easement purchases by the State Agricultural Land Preservation Board, represent an $8.07

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Yale E360

DECEMBER 21, 2020

million square miles of new agricultural land by 2050 to feed the planet’s growing, wealthier population. Such agricultural expansion could destroy some of the habitat of almost 90 percent of terrestrial animal species, a new study has found , leading to a widespread biodiversity crisis.

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Legal Planet

SEPTEMBER 3, 2021

Agricultural greenhouse gas (GHG) emissions from the raising of livestock and growth of crops for human consumption represent 14% of global GHG emissions. This post provides an overview of the science behind agricultural methane emissions reduction strategies for livestock and rice emissions. (It Rice Emissions.

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