…continues to grow.” The organic industry struggled with the same issues the conventional produce industry was challenged by when the COVID-19 pandemic created disruption in the food supply chain. “We’ve…
Farm City Newsday Wednesday, 06-24-20
…the COVID 19 has had on the California ag industry, and improvements that are coming to the Livestock Risk Protection Insurance Program. Tune in to the show for these news…
Farm City Newsday Monday, 06-22-20
…support COVID relief to farmers and the concern that surrounds Ag Order 4.0 fertilizer limitations. Tune in to the show for these news stories, recipes, features and more. Danielle Leal…
Resilience 2020 Expands to Highlight Sustainability of Cattle Industry
…2020 campaign was initially intended to reassure consumers that beef supplies would remain strong despite setbacks created by COVID-19. The scope of the initiative has now grown to include highlighting…
June 22 Deadline to Encourage More Cotton Eligibility for CFAP
…matter is expected to be made sometime in late July. CCGGA has provided important information to use as focal points in any comments sent to USDA. The COVID-19 pandemic has…
Signup Period for USDA Coverage Programs Ends June 30
…pandemic,” FSA Administrator Richard Fordyce said in a press release. “Contact your FSA county office today to complete enrollment before June 30. This can be done in concert with filing…
COVID Ag Safety Bill Passes Assembly Despite Industry Opposition
…for existing guidance. A petition was already filed for the adoption of an emergency regulation in response to COVID-19, which wound make the bill unnecessary. About the Author Brian German…
Details of How CFAP is Assisting Cotton Industry
…has been dispersed. The program is providing direct assistance to producers of multiple commodities who have been negatively impacted by the COVID-19 pandemic. Vice President of Washington Operations for the…
More Targeted COVID-19 Relief Sought by Agricultural Industry
…care. “The American Farm Bureau Federation commends your ongoing work to assist Americans affected by the COVID-19 pandemic. Bipartisan efforts in Congress have delivered critical resources and support to individuals…
Permanent Wildfire Smoke Standard Moving Forward Despite Industry Concerns
…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…
Secretary Perdue Highlights Coronavirus Assistance Success
…make up for damages incurred as a result of the pandemic, USDA will continue working to make the program more helpful for the industry. “There’s always things that you miss…