…resilience and response. California Farm Bureau welcomed the budget proposal. CFBF President Jamie Johansson said, “Governor Newsom’s budget is a good framework for this year’s budget discussions in that it proposes to…
Farm City Newsday Friday, 12-17-21
Get the latest agriculture news in today’s Farm City Newsday, hosted by Danielle Leal. Today’s show is filled with stories covering CFBF’s By The Numbers annual report with an emphasis…
Signing of AB 888 Celebrated by Industry Members
…services for livestock producers. The measure was sponsored by the California Farm Bureau Federation (CFBF). “While consumer meat preferences continue to change, this bill provides greater flexibility for California’s livestock…
Governor’s Veto of AB 616 ‘Protects the Sanctity of the Secret Ballot’
…“This bill contains various inconsistencies and procedural issues related to the collection and review of ballot cards,” Newsom stated in his veto message. California Farm Bureau Federation (CFBF) had worked…
Elaine Trevino Nominated as Next Chief Ag Trade Negotiator
…experience with California agriculture has made her nomination especially significant for the California Farm Bureau Federation (CFBF). “California’s farmers and ranchers are extremely pleased with Elaine Trevino’s appointment as chief…
Ag Industry Gathers to Encourage Governor Newsom to Veto AB 616
A rally organized by the California Farm Bureau Federation (CFBF) sought to encourage Governor Gavin Newsom to veto AB 616. Agricultural industry members gathered at the south steps of the…
Ag Rally at the Capitol
…those connected to the industry to rally again. According to CFBF, agriculture was deemed essential during the pandemic but California ag is lacking an essential element to keep going. The…
AB 616 Passes California Senate, Disappointing Ag Groups
…legislation. Several agricultural groups including the California Farm Bureau Federation (CFBF), Western Growers, and the California Fresh Fruit Association have voiced opposition to the bill. “The fact is that there…
Wildfire Insurance Legislation Continues Forward Momentum
…farmers and ranchers. Introduced by Senator Susan Rubio, the bill is being sponsored by the California Farm Bureau Federation (CFBF). The legislation was recently approved by the Assembly Insurance Committee…
Opposing AB 616: Farm Bureau Supports Secret Ballot for Union Voting
California Farm Bureau Federation (CFBF) has expressed support for the secret ballot process in union representation voting in its opposition to Assembly Bill 616 (AB 616). The Agricultural Labor Relations…
Capitol Ag Day: A Chance to Counter the Farm Sector COVID Response Narrative
…and the COVID-19 pandemic. CFBF Director of Employment Policy Bryan Little says this year is an opportunity to change the narrative when it comes to the food and farm sector…
Deadline for CFBF Scholarship Applications Coming Up February 1
…radio report below. Deadline for CFBF Scholarship Applications Coming Up February 1 About the Author Brian German Facebook Twitter Ag News Director, AgNet West Sponsored Content Fungicide Resistance Management Minute…
Farm City Newsday Tuesday, 01-12-21
…formed biostimulant council to advance the market and development, and CFBF President Jamie Johansson welcomes members to the 102 annual AFBF convention. Tune in to the show for these news…
Industry Groups Push Back on Emergency Safety Standards
…participating in the lawsuit, including the California Association of Winegrape Growers, Western Growers, California Business Roundtable, Ventura County Agricultural Association, California Farm Bureau Federation (CFBF), and the Grower-Shipper Association of…