ACTIVATE20, the AgSafe Annual Conference is coming up March 10-12 in Modesto. The event will highlight some of the major concerns that agricultural operations are navigating, with presentations touching on…
Farm Bureau Roadshow Highlights Value of Industry Unity
…is a great avenue for that,” Johansson explained. Listen to Johansson’s interview below. About the Author Brian German Facebook Twitter Ag News Director, AgNet West Sponsored Content Fungicide Resistance Management…
Questions Remain as AB-5 Implementation Takes Shape
…a little more clear, like a pesticide applicator or a farm labor contractor; some things are going to be a little fuzzier.” The new labor law creates a set of…
Mechanical Pruning of a New Raisin Variety at KARE
…I think we’ll be seeing a lot more of it.” Listen to the interview below. About the Author Brian German Facebook Twitter Ag News Director, AgNet West Sponsored Content Fungicide…
New Joint Employer Liability Guidelines Effective in March
…in the agricultural industry is in the relationship between a farmer and a farm labor contractor (FLC). “Growers need to be thinking very carefully about the farm labor contractors that…
Agricultural Representation in Mainstream Media is a Concern
A lack of agricultural representation by major media outlets is becoming more of a concern, particularly in recent years. The concept of appropriate coverage of the agricultural industry was the…
Ag Groups Urge Action After Adverse Effect Wage Rate Increase
A group of agricultural organizations known collectively as the Agriculture Workforce Coalition (AWC) is calling on Congress to address concerns related to the Adverse Effect Wage Rate. The coalition which…
Farm City Newsday Tuesday, 12-31-19
…of the ag labor bill getting passed out of the Senate and how growers can get avocado pest guidelines in the palm of their hand. Tune in to the show…
Wage Increases to Begin on January 1
…this issue around overtime, as well as minimum wage, has been for agricultural employers.” About the Author Brian German Facebook Twitter Ag News Director, AgNet West Sponsored Content Fungicide Resistance…
Caring for Your Full-Grown Tomato Plants
…for Your Full-Grown Tomato Plants What started as a project months ago with just a container, some seeds, and potting soil is now becoming a full blown harvest. Your plants…
Confronting the Challenges of the Organic Sector
…it’s inching up in the single-digit range,” said Smith. About the Author Brian German Facebook Twitter Ag News Director, AgNet West Sponsored Content Fungicide Resistance Management Minute April 3, 2024…
Farm Bureau: Farmers Need Meaningful Ag Labor Reform
…the Senate where we hope legislation is crafted that provides long-term solutions to the farm labor crisis. Farmers need meaningful reform that addresses the concerns of both workers and growers.”…
Farming Couples from Tehama and Napa Counties Earn Young Farmer and Rancher Awards
…the Young Farmers and Ranchers Achievement Award, which recognizes accomplishments in production agriculture and leadership activity. Johnnie and Kendall White of Saint Helena received the Excellence in Agriculture Award, presented…
Farm Bureau President Pledges Sustained Advocacy for Agriculture
…to advocate on behalf of science, improved state and federal policies, and unity in agriculture. Johansson spoke today during the 101st CFBF Annual Meeting in Monterey. CFBF President Jamie Johansson…