…$259 million in agricultural production, $38 million in regional spending, and 7,200 farm jobs. Listen to the report below. Brian German Ag News Director / AgNet West Twitter LinkedIn Facebook…
Lawmakers Want Action Following Chevron Deference Ruling
Lawmakers are pushing back against federal agencies following a Supreme Court decision that ended Chevron deference. The legal principle previously allowed federal agencies to interpret laws broadly. The recent decision…
Labor Bill Passes Appropriations
…in agriculture. She primarily reports on legislative issues and hosts The AgNet News Hour and The AgNet Weekly podcast. Sabrina is a native of California’s agriculture-rich Central Valley. Twitter LinkedIn…
Several Factors Contributing to Decreased Agricultural Trade Values
…reduce labor costs, negotiate better trade deals, and increase funding for international market promotion. Listen to the report below. Brian German Ag News Director / AgNet West Twitter LinkedIn Facebook…
Payroll Costs for California Farmers Increased 244 Percent in 20 Years
…sizable chunk. That’s the case in some other states, but not all,” Hill explained. Listen to the report below. Brian German Ag News Director / AgNet West Twitter LinkedIn Facebook…
Governor Signs Private Attorneys General Act Reform
…claim enforcement. Additionally, courts can now limit the scope of claims and evidence in trials and provide injunctive relief. Brian German Ag News Director / AgNet West Twitter LinkedIn Facebook…
Week in Review: Wildfires Create Concerns for Winegrapes & PAGA Reform Arrives
…Valley in relation to the Sustainable Groundwater Management Act. AgSafe President and CEO Theresa Kiehn reminds agricultural employers of information critical for the well-being of employees regarding heat illness prevention…
AgNet News Hour, Monday, 06-24-24
Get the latest agriculture news in today’s AgNet News Hour, hosted by Sabrina Halvorson. On today’s show, maximizing the value of available farm labor in the short-term. Tune in for…
PAGA Reform Agreement Reached
…agreement is passed and signed by Governor Newsom, the PAGA reform measure will be withdrawn from the November ballot. Brian German Ag News Director / AgNet West Twitter LinkedIn Facebook…
AgNet News Hour, Thursday, 06-20-24
Get the latest agriculture news in today’s AgNet News Hour, hosted by Sabrina Halvorson. Today’s show highlights the impact of ag labor challenges on the fresh produce industry and the…
Amicus Briefs Filed Supporting Fight Against Card Check Law
…farm groups including the California Farm Bureau Federation and California Association of Winegrape Growers have filed a brief as part of Wonderful Nurseries’ lawsuit against the Agricultural Labor Relations Board…
AgNet News Hour, Monday, 06-17-24
…/ AgNet Media, Inc. Sabrina Halvorson is an award-winning journalist, broadcaster, and public speaker who specializes in agriculture. She primarily reports on legislative issues and hosts The AgNet News Hour…
AgNet Weekly: IFPA Washington Conference, Ag Labor, Packaging
…Labor, Packaging – AgNet Weekly with Sabrina Halvorson June 15, 2024: IFPA Washington Conference, Ag Labor, Packaging 19:13 June 8, 2024: Jacqui Fatka of CoBank on Trade Issues 09:58 May…
AgNet News Hour, Monday, 06-10-24
…economies are putting additional pressure on ag labor supplies. Tune in for these news stories, interviews, features, and more. Listen to previous AgNet News Hour episodes… Sabrina Halvorson National Correspondent…