…related to Integrated Pest Management (IPM). Contributing Author: Lauren McEwen AgNet West Intern Sponsored Content Protecting Your Operation from Damaging Fire Ants July 11, 2024 CIR Agriculture Harvester Products July…
House Agriculture Committee Offers Farm Labor Solution
The House Agriculture Committee laid out a roadmap to relieve labor shortages that have seriously impacted America’s farmers and ranchers. The Agriculture Labor Working Group (ALWG) released its final report…
Nearly 20 Percent of Shoppers Purchase Groceries Online
…She primarily reports on legislative issues and hosts The AgNet News Hour and The AgNet Weekly podcast. Sabrina is a native of California’s agriculture-rich Central Valley. Twitter LinkedIn Facebook WordPress…
Taking a Measured Approach to New Raisin Varieties
…continue to grow.” Contributing Author: Lauren McEwen AgNet West Intern Sponsored Content Protecting Your Operation from Damaging Fire Ants July 11, 2024 CIR Agriculture Harvester Products July 1, 2024 Controlling…
Almond Matters: Bloom Preparation Amidst Series of Storms
…to more pest pressure going into the season,” Burkdoll explained. While rain is needed in California, growers must also consider the timing for pest management. Burkdoll advised against dormant applications…
Supporting Farm Operations Act Introduced in Congress
The Supporting Farm Operations Act, H.R. 7046, was introduced in the U.S. House Representatives last week. It seeks to address the high cost of agricultural labor by freezing the Adverse…
Wage Declines from AB 1066 an ‘Ironclad Rule of Economics’
…workers are getting fewer hours and having less income as a result of the implementation of the ag overtime adjustments made from AB 1066,” said Little. Most agricultural businesses do…
California Budget Proposal Includes Funding Reductions and Delays
…supports the Department of Industrial Relations and the Agricultural Labor Relations Board in educating rural workers on workplace rights. Brian German Ag News Director / AgNet West Twitter LinkedIn Facebook…
Carpophilus Beetle Discoveries Emphasize Importance of Winter Sanitation
…the discovery of the invasive pest Carpophilus truncatus. The beetle, first discovered in Australia ten years ago, was identified in an almond orchard in Merced County in September 2023. The…
Coalition Calls on Governor Newsom to Address Supply Chain Challenges Threatening California Ag
Over 165 California agriculture, business, logistics, labor organizations, and local officials have sent a letter to Governor Gavin Newsom and State Legislators, highlighting supply chain challenges within the state. The…
AgNet News Hour, Wednesday, 12-20-23
…update on the House Ag Labor Workgroup. Tune in for these news stories, interviews, features, and more. Listen to previous AgNet News Hour episodes… Sabrina Halvorson National Correspondent / AgNet…
H-2A Usage Continues to Grow Even with High Costs
…combined with the growing demand for labor, poses financial strains on agricultural businesses. The Market Intel also highlights the top states for H-2A positions, maintaining a similar pattern to fiscal…
AgNet Weekly: Alexis Taylor on Trade Missions for Specialty Crops
…Southeast agriculture. June 15, 2024: IFPA Washington Conference, Ag Labor, Packaging – AgNet Weekly with Sabrina Halvorson June 15, 2024: IFPA Washington Conference, Ag Labor, Packaging 19:13 June 8, 2024:…
Farm Bill, Specialty Crops Discussed During House Ag Member Day
…in agriculture. She primarily reports on legislative issues and hosts The AgNet News Hour and The AgNet Weekly podcast. Sabrina is a native of California’s agriculture-rich Central Valley. Twitter LinkedIn…