- Author: Jeannette E. Warnert
The USDA's Natural Resources Conservation Service distributed a news release on PR Newsire today that says the agency will fund conservation projects around the nation to the tune of $15 million.
The release featured comments from the California State Conservationist, Ed Burton, who encouraged California farmers and researchers to apply.
"This is a real opportunity for our University of California, California State University and Cooperative Extension offices to help expand our knowledge in key issues facing farmers and ranchers," Burton was quoted in the release.
The...
- Author: Jeannette E. Warnert
Like other picturesque sites in California, Sierra Valley is struggling to protect its agricultural industry. The Sierra Nevada's highest alpine valley, with sprawling grassland edged by mountain peaks, would make a lovely spot for vacation homes and tourism.
Many of the ranchers, however, don't want to quit running cattle and growing crops on the valley's wide open spaces, according to a story in today's Sacramento Bee.
"I could have cashed out very easily," the story quoted rancher Dave Goicoechea. "But ranches like this aren't happening everywhere, and I've never wanted anything else. I have no objection to the development – just leave...