Climate Smart Agriculture Program
I can provide technical assistance for farmers and ranchers in applying for the CDFA grants AMMP, SWEEP, and HSP. In addition to assisting with the application process I can also assist with the implementation process once awarded. For more information, please contact me at lthmendoza@ucanr.edu or (530)517-8187.
WHAT IS CLIMATE SMART AGRICULTURE?
Climate Smart Agriculture (CSA) addresses the risk that the agriculture industry faces due to changing climate conditions. It encompasses management practices that increase soil carbon, reduce greenhouse gas emissions, improve on-farm efficiencies, and promote sustainable land practices. CSA promotes increasing agricultural productivity, building resiliency to climate change and reducing greenhouse gas emissions.
CDFA CLIMATE SMART AG GRANT PROGRAMS
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Funding for non-digester related manure management practices that will result in a reduction of greenhouse gas emissions. Projects can be funded up to $750,000 and could consist of pasture-based management; alternative manure treatment and storage (such as compost bedded pack barns); and solid separation or conversion from flush to scrape in conjunction with some form of drying or composting of collected manure. Recipients are: dairy and livestock operators. |
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The HSP Incentives Program provides funding for practices that improve soil health, sequester carbon, and reduce greenhouse gas (GHG) emissions. These projects can be awarded up to $100,000 for farmers and ranchers and can include; compost application, range planting, and hedgerow planting. The HSP Demonstration Projects showcase California farmers and rancher's implementation of HSP practices. These projects can be awarded up to $250,000. |
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Funding to implement irrigation systems that reduce greenhouse gases and save water on California agricultural operations. Eligible projects could include; soil moisture monitoring, drip systems, switching to low pressure irrigation systems, pump retrofits, variable frequency drives, and installation of renewable energy to reduce on-farm water use and energy. These projects can be funded up to $200,000. |
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