…guided by the most reliable determinant of safety, which is science. This administration has repeatedly made commitments to abide by science, yet the EPA decision on chlorpyrifos strays from that…
USDA Reports on Farm Computer Usage and Ownership
…increasing two percent from 2019. In 2021, 50 percent of internet-connected farms utilized a broadband connection, while 70 percent of internet-connected farms had access through a cellular data plan. Additionally,…
Almond Update: Registration Opens for the 2021 Almond Conference
…Industry Relations, Rebecca Bailey said the conference planning team has hit the ground running this year getting ready for the event. “It’s been a couple of years since we’ve had…
USDA Announces Improvements to the Dairy Safety Net and New Pandemic Market Volatility Assistance Program
…part of a larger package including permanent improvements to the Dairy Margin Coverage safety net program. “The Pandemic Market Volatility Assistance Program is another component of our ongoing effort to…
Ag Encouraged to Speak Out Against 45 Percent Increase in Energy Rates
…would impose a 45 percent increase in rates. PG&E has indicated that the increase is necessary to make upgrades to the electric system and improve wildfire safety. President and CEO…
Infrastructure Bill to Improve Broadband Access with $65 Billion in Support
…farmers and ranchers competitive. The issue of broadband access has been a significant priority for the Biden Administration. In unveiling the American Jobs Plan, President Joe Biden called for up…
Week in Review: HLB Quarantine Expands & New Preharvest Testing for Leafy Greens
…facing agriculture. Several concerns are being raised in relation to President Joe Biden’s American Families Plan, particularly as it relates to assets like farms and ranches changing hands. The week’s…
New Directors of Almond Board of California Begin Their Terms
…areas including production research, public relations and advertising, nutrition research, statistical reporting, quality control and food safety. ABC is a Federal Marketing Order dedicated to promoting California almonds to domestic…
LGMA to Implement Risk-Based Preharvest Testing Requirement
…new testing requirements are meant to serve as verification that other industry-led food safety efforts are proving effective. “What growers are being required to do is conduct a risk assessment….
Almond Update: Sweeper and Pickup Tips to Reduce Dust
…not only help with dust reduction but also save growers time and money. Growers are encouraged to develop a sweeper route plan which includes guidance for blowing dust back into…
Optimism for Moving Forward to Address Water Following Curtailment Orders
…plan in case another bad winter happens, and we need a drought reliability plan, we will be prepared for it next year.” Listen to the radio report below. Optimism for…
Transfer Tax Provision of American Families Plan Causes Alarm
Several concerns are being raised in relation to President Joe Biden’s American Families Plan, particularly something being referred to as a “transfer tax.” Former Chairman of the House Agriculture Committee…
New USDA Reports Aimed at Increasing Cattle Market Transparency
…coming months, we plan to conduct several producer-focused outreach sessions to help producers and others understand how these data can inform real-world marketing decisions at farm, ranch, feedlot, and other…
Agricultural Overtime: ‘Nail in the Coffin’ for Sheep Industry
…to no avail. Indart indicated there is a precedent establishing Governor Gavin Newsom’s authority to implement the plan. However, all efforts encouraging the governor to address agricultural overtime for the…