Vilsack: The USDA Will Do More To Help Producers Hurt By Western Drought
September 16, 2021 No Comments
The drought here in the west is on the mind of the Ag Secretary. “Could lead potentially to people having to sell their herds because
The drought here in the west is on the mind of the Ag Secretary. “Could lead potentially to people having to sell their herds because
In response to the severe drought conditions across the west, as well as the Great Plains, the USDA says it plans to help cover the
The warm weather was a nice surprise for many who enjoyed barbecues or outdoor plans with family and friends over the Labor Day weekend. But
On Thursday, Representative Dan Newhouse applauded the Bureau of Reclamation’s announcement that three Central Washington irrigation district projects that have been selected to receive federal Small
Oregon farmers and ranchers dealing with dry or low producing wells are encouraged to report those problems to the state Water Resources Department. OWRD’s Bryn Hudson, says
NRCS is accepting applications for the Environmental Quality Incentive Program [EQIP] for fiscal year 2022. Assistant Washington Conservationist for Programs, Keith Griswold, said the voluntary
The Washington State Department of Agriculture is working with producers that have been impacted by the significant drought this season, including where to find assistance
The Columbia Basin Development League, along with the Washington Congressional Delegation, continue to push for water infrastructure improvements. CBDL Communications/Projects Specialist Katlyn Straub said they’ve been
After record heat and wildfires devastated many portions of the west, several members of Congress have asked President Biden to declare a drought disaster. Democrats
Early next month, the Bureau of Reclamation will begin its annual “flip-flop” operation. The effort it intended to aid in successful spawning and incubation of
Western Washington farmers say the Inslee Administration continues to drag its feet when it comes to a water solution in Whatcom County. Dillon Honcoop with
Last week, the EPA held the first listening session on rewriting the Waters of the U.S. Rule, better known as WOTUS. Lauren Lurkins, Director of
