Federal Drought Aid Coming to California; Long Term Solution Sought

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…farmers, water managers, community leaders, and labor representatives. “I wanted to come here to listen,” the President said. He said he was aware of the volatile water politics in California,…

AFBF on Obama’s State of the Union Address

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…State of the Union address for Congress to pass immigration reform. Many farmers rely on an immigrant labor force, and, without reform, growers will begin to plant less labor-intensive crops…

Gerawan Statement Regarding ALRB Decision

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…told Judge Jeffrey Hamilton that Gerawan and the Board remedied some of the alleged unfair labor practice charges he now claims justify blocking the election. On Tuesday, November 5th, millions…