…dairy cows produce milk consumed by humans, especially infants, the lingering presence of cannabinoids raises safety questions. He said as research continues, the regulatory pathway for hemp-based animal feed remains…
IFPA Policy Retreat Charts Course for Advocacy in 2025
…our elected officials and regulatory partners. I can say that the most impactful information they hear is directly from our members who can share exactly how their policies impact them. …
School Nutrition Topic of Senate Ag Hearing
…crops, showcasing an abundance of opportunities to integrate more domestically grown foods in our meals,” he said. He called for greater USDA regulatory flexibility to address the challenges faced by…
Farm Struggles Similar to Those Seen in 1980’s Continue to Impact Growers
…regulatory legislative issues that are going on have just really put a cramp on what’s going on the farm here. And so, it’s just made it, I don’t want to…
NCBA/PLC on ESA Amendment Act
…Dan Newhouse (WA) and Rep. Bruce Westerman (AR). This legislation would reform the Endangered Species Act (ESA) to provide more timely conservation efforts on America’s rangeland. PLC Executive Director and…
A Good Year for California Beef Industry, But Challenges Remain
…a lot of regulatory problems, but we have three people out of the five who are dedicated to regulatory issues on the council.” Contributing Author: Lauren McEwen AgNet West Intern…
Biologicals in Agriculture: Benefits and Challenges
…Woolf. In response to changing regulatory and environmental conditions, many farmers have shifted to production outside of California. For Woolf, he sees reinvesting in California agriculture as a critical aspect…
Almond Update: Looking to the Future with Biologicals
…trending, biologicals represent an important component of navigating evolving requirements. Maximum residue levels in European markets, combined with increasing regulatory pressure in California create an area of opportunity for biologicals….
Week in Review: More Water for CVP Contractors & Mixed Results for Nut Shipments
…its finalized emissions standards for heavy-duty and light- to medium-duty vehicles. Governor Gavin Newsom has signed Senate Bill 92 and Assembly Bill 2288 to reform the Private Attorneys General Act….
Collaboration Between Industry and Researchers at the Heart of the Salinas Biological Summit
…that a regulatory framework surrounding the use of biological inputs needs to be developed and supported with federal funding. “I believe that if we can really collaborate more closely with…
Chevron Deference Overturned by Supreme Court
…to figure out how to implement them. AFBF has been a leading voice on this issue and has argued on behalf of farmers who are caught in a regulatory back…
Governor Signs Private Attorneys General Act Reform
Governor Gavin Newsom has signed Senate Bill 92 and Assembly Bill 2288 to reform the Private Attorneys General Act (PAGA). These reforms aim to help workers get fair compensation while…
Allocation Increased for CVP Ag Contractors South-of-Delta
…conditions and the end of the drought. Allison Febbo, Westlands’ General Manager, emphasized the need for improved water management transparency and collaboration among regulatory agencies. “We need a more collaborative…
Week in Review: Wildfires Create Concerns for Winegrapes & PAGA Reform Arrives
…and businesses, an agreement has been reached to reform the Private Attorney General Act. A recent report highlights the impact that cover crops have on water management in the Central…