The fifth and final snow survey was performed on May 2 by the Department of Water Resources (DWR) at Phillips Station. The results from the survey demonstrated a cold, dense …
EPA: Glyphosate Products ‘No Risks to Public Health’
The Environmental Protection Agency (EPA) recently announced that glyphosate products are not a public health risk when used properly, affirming the agency’s previous findings in relation to the safety of …
Almond Update: Assessment Increase Finding Homes for Increasing Almonds
More and more almonds are coming on to the market every year and projections show that will continue. The three-year almond assessment increase that recently ended is helping to facilitate …
Labor Shortages Continue for California Farms
California farmers and ranchers report that labor shortages continue to be an issue despite multiple efforts to help remedy the problem. The California Farm Bureau Federation (CFBF) worked with the …
Online Tool Available for New Dairy Margin Coverage Program
Dairy producers will have an online resource available to them that can assist with decisions related to the new Dairy Margin Coverage (DMC) program. The web-based tool was developed through …
LGMA Adopts New Water Rules for Leafy Greens
New requirements have recently been adopted pertaining to watering rules for California leafy greens, as a means to further increase produce safety. The new rules call for more stringent overview …
CARB and CDFA Develop New Climate-Smart Agriculture Initiative
A new program to advance climate-smart agriculture was recently announced by the California Department of Food and Agriculture (CDFA) and the California Air Resources Board (CARB). The new effort will …
Almond Update: Critical Information on California’s Water Landscape
California’s water landscape can be confusing but an upcoming event can help simplify it. The ‘Navigating the Waters‘ event put on by the Almond Board of California (ABC) is coming …
Additional Funding Available for Two Air Quality Incentive Programs
The San Joaquin Valley Air Pollution Control District Board is making additional funding available for two air quality incentive programs that provide assistance for agricultural operations within the boundaries of …
Time Running Out to Submit CSP Applications
Those looking to apply for the Conservation Stewardship Program (CSP) have until May 10 to submit their CSP applications, in order to be eligible for 2019 funding. The 2018 Farm …
CFBF: New Nighttime Lighting Requirements ‘Unrealistic’
The Division of Occupational Safety and Health (Cal/OSHA) Standards Board recently held a public hearing on the proposed nighttime lighting requirements for agricultural operations. Several ag industry groups expressed concern …
Sacramento Lawmakers Hear Concerns from California Grape Industry
Several industry members recently went to Sacramento to meet with legislators and regulators to discuss the challenges that California grape producers are facing. President and CEO for Allied Grape Growers, …
Senate Environmental Quality Committee to Review SB458 Amendment to The Statewide Ban of Chlorpyrifos
Senate Bill 458 which was introduced by Maria Durazo, (D, Los Angeles), is a bill which will prohibit the statewide use of chlorpyrifos. Since its introduction, the California Farm Bureau …
Water Allocations Updated for CVP South-of-Delta Contractors
Last week the Bureau of Reclamation issued the updated allocations for Central Valley Project (CVP) South-of-Delta contractors for the 2019 contract year. South-of-Delta agricultural water service contractors will now be …