…it’s a broadly used pesticide and it has applicability obviously for many of the crops and commodities that are grown in California,” Dolcini noted. “Which is why the Governor decided…
Multiple Funding Sources Focused on Addressing Nutria Population
…Supply and Infrastructure Improvement Act of 2014. The grant comes after an earlier award of $1.2 million to address the nutria population. Governor Gavin Newsom’s budget that was recently approved…
New DPR Director Excited to Improve Agency Transparency
…early on, Dolcini believes that Governor Gavin Newsom and his administration has a sincere interest in the needs and concerns of California’s agricultural industry. Governor Newsom appointed several individuals with…
Optimism for Adopting Voluntary Approach to California’s Water Goals
…flexibility for water users but also provides money and water supply for the environment.” Wade noted that Governor Gavin Newsom and his agency staff appear to be receptive to the…
CFBF: California Budget ‘A Win’ for Agriculture Despite Funding Cuts
As Governor Gavin Newsom waits to sign the California budget, many in the agriculture industry are cautiously optimistic about funding allotments. Although there were significant reductions to meaningful agricultural programs…
Input Sought for Development of Climate-Resilient Water System
To help with the development of Governor Gavin Newsom’s climate-resilient water system plan, the public is being encouraged to provide input on water concerns. The California Department of Food and…
AB 555 Has Legs and Needs Attention
…where you’re going with this but the way the bill is currently written, we don’t like the weeds.” “And the Governor has said he likes it just the way it…
CDFA Programs Get Funding Increase in ‘May Revise’ of California Budget
Photo by Alexander Mils on Unsplash In Governor Gavin Newsom’s ‘May Revise’ of the state’s budget, several changes were made that will affect the agriculture industry. There were significant increases…
Impact of Trade on California Job Landscape
Last year California exported about $313 billion worth of goods and services, contributing to multiple areas of the state’s economy. Senior Advisor for International Affairs and Trade in the Governor’s…
Chlorpyrifos Ban in California Officially Underway
…and the California Department of Food and Agriculture (CDFA) also announced that Governor Gavin Newsome will be adding $5.7 million in new funding to support the transition to more sustainable…
State Trade Expansion Program Deadline Approaches
…made available through a partnership between CDFA and the Governor’s Office of Business and Economic Development. The program is a collaboration between state, federal, private and non-profit trade promotion groups…
CDFA Secretary Ross Receives Agriculturalist of the Year Award
…leadership experience in agricultural issues, Governor Gavin Newsom reappointed Secretary Ross earlier in the year. “I’m thrilled to have the opportunity to continue to work with this great industry. We…
Farm City Newsday Monday, 03-25-19
Get the latest agriculture news in today’s Farm City Newsday, hosted by Danielle Leal. Today’s show is filled with stories covering California’s Agriculture Liaison appointed by the governor, a UC…
New Ag Liaison to Offer Central Valley Ag Perspective
Newly elected Governor Gavin Newsom created a special new role, Agriculture Liaison. This role was created to help his administration better understand agriculture in the Central Valley. He appointed Bill…