Josh Vincent
Federal Scientists Say EPA Should Look Closer at Pesticides
The National Research Council recently issued a report recommending that the Environmental Protection Agency (EPA) do more to ensure that pesticides do not harm threatened and endangered fish and wildlife. read more...
Backwash: The New Old Attack on Clean Water
Politicians from both camps are again attempting to eliminate permitting requirements for pesticide applications in or near waterways. read more...
Scouting for Mummy Berry Disease
This video demonstrates how to inspect blueberry plants for signs of mummy berry disease. Annual scouting is a crucial part of preventing and managing mummy berry disease in blueberries. read more...
Conservation Stewardship Funding Now Available to Farmers in 2013
Boise, Idaho – Farmers and ranchers will again have the opportunity to apply for the Conservation Stewardship Program (CSP), which rewards producers for conservation practices on working lands, thanks to passage of legislation last week. Funding for 2013 CSP enrollment was accidently cut off in the government-spending bill last October. read more...
David Brower Award Goes to NCAP Alumni
Two long-time "ncappers" were recently recognized for their life long activism to protect people and the environment. read more...
Grower's Own 2013 Recap
Earlier this month, NCAP held the fourth annual Grower’s Own Conference in Caldwell, Idaho. This year 90 farmers joined us, making it a sizeable gathering! read more...
Canola Hearing Jan. 23
The next public hearing on the proposed new canola rule is Wednesday, January 23rd, 9 am at the Salem Fairgrounds. read more...
Organic Land Care Accreditation
Details for the upcoming accreditation course offered through Oregon Tilth. read more...
Pediatricians Call for IPM
Pediatricians agree: pesticides and kids don't mix. read more...
Boycott Looms for Labeling Opponents
Organic advocacy groups are initiating a boycott of brands that spent millions to defeat California's GMO labeling initiative. read more...
