…not to wear masks in relation to smoke exposure, however, any COVID-19 safety protocols will still need to be adhered to as long as they are in place. “One of…
Great American Outdoors Act Facing Significant Opposition
…time when Congress has recently provided trillions of dollars in much-needed aid to individuals, businesses, and communities nationwide as a result of COVID-19,” the coalition noted in the letter. “To…
UC Conducts Survey of COVID-19 Prevention on Farms
…said. “We will also summarize the results and post them on the WCAHS website.” For more information about the survey, contact aghealth@ucdavis.edu. Visit https://aghealth.ucdavis.edu/covid19 for COVID-19 training resources and employer guidance….
Week in Review: Cap-and-Tax Coming? Water Board Also Looks to Increase Fees
…budget proposals to hire more staff members, with some of the added expenses to be paid for through increased fees. COVID-19 safety measures also create challenges for employers looking to…
Almond Update: CFAP Application Webinar Specifically for Almonds
…significantly impacted by market interruptions from COVID-19 restrictions. A portion of that funding is allocated specifically for specialty crops, which includes almonds, and the Almond Board of California, in partnership…
COVID-19 Safety Measures Complicate Heat Illness Prevention
The safety protocols implemented as a means of combating the spread of COVID-19 will complicate the plans for heat illness prevention. The requirement for wearing face-coverings while working will make…
The Paycheck Protection Program Gets More Flexibility
…that have been negatively impacted by the COVID-19 pandemic. “Today, I have signed into law H.R. 7010, the “Paycheck Protection Program Flexibility Act of 2020” (the “Act”). The Act provides…
First CFAP Payments Issued by USDA
…related to the COVID-19 pandemic. Producers of agricultural products who have encountered additional market costs stemming from a decline in demand, surplus production, disruptions in shipping, or the orderly marketing…
Farm City Newsday Friday, 06-05-20
…for NRCS’ Conservation Stewardship Program, also why leaders are warning nut growers to be vigilant of “fictitious pickups” and hear how COVID has created some challenges when it comes to…
Water Board Seeks to Fund 26 New Personnel Through Increased Fees
…from a $7 billion surplus to a $54 billion deficit, don’t bring anything new unless it’s related to COVID and start cutting’… the State Water Board is proposing to add…
Farm City Newsday Tuesday, 06-02-20
…increase nut research, UC studies take a look at costs and returns for irrigated pastureland, and what pesticide guidance the state is issuing during COVID. Tune in to the show…
Heat Illness Prevention Critical During First Triple-Digit Heatwave
…drinking water to every employee on an hourly interval when you also have to adhere to the COVID guidelines for safe distancing and wearing facial masks and all the other…
More Than 300 Projects Selected for Healthy Soils Program
…regarding future funding support for the program as the state navigates budget constraints related to COVID-19 moving forward. About the Author Brian German Facebook Twitter Ag News Director, AgNet West…
Remote Food Safety Audits Available for Leafy Greens
…options, more flexibility, and more protections to growers.” Food safety audits are continuing to be conducted during the COVID-19 pandemic. Moving the documentation portion of the audit process to an…