Amidst efforts to limit the spread of COVID-19, many farmers’ markets remain open for consumers. Governor Gavin Newsom has issued a shelter in place order to California, resulting in the…
Understanding the Families First Coronavirus Response Act
…hole in that requirement,” Little noted. FELS has a comprehensive factsheet available online which can help employers navigate some of the issues related to FFCRA and other concerns regarding the…
Foodservice Down, But ‘Brisk’ Fresh Avocado Market Helping
A ‘brisk’ fresh avocado market is making up for some issues due to COVID-19. The order for Americans to stay at home to help slow down the spread of the…
Livestock Haulers Included in Hours of Service Waiver
…National Pork Producers Commission and the Livestock Market Association, the FMCSA issued an Expanded Emergency Declaration on March 18 which expands the original exemption definition. The Office of the Secretary…
The California Kitchen: Chef Albert’s Simple Quarantine Alfredo
…3 T Water TT S+P California Kitchen ~ Chef Albert’s Simple Quarantine For this and many more of these recipes visit: www.ajhtheuntamedchef.com Watch Albert’s Cooking Show: www.foodytv.com or stream it…
The Western View: Just Wait – It’s The Thing To Do
…stay at home order is being enforced by law enforcement in some areas, and people are being threatened with jail time if they break the new rules. What’s more, the…
USDA Service Centers Open for Business by Phone Appointment Only
…in California will continue to be open for business by phone appointment only and fieldwork will continue with appropriate social distancing. While our program delivery staff will continue to come…
Applications Still Being Accepted for Conservation Innovation Grants
…component and we have up to $750,000 available on a one to three years grants.” The grants are most often used for supporting pilot projects, field demonstrations, as well as…
Farm City Newsday Monday, 03-23-20
Get the latest agriculture news in today’s Farm City Newsday, hosted by Danielle Leal. Today’s show is filled with stories covering the steps that need to be taken in order…
Adding Under-Used Perennials to Your Garden
…in fresh or dried arrangements. Globe thistle is heat- and drought-resistant and will grow easily in any well-drained soil. Bergenia, also commonly called Pig Squeak, simply because the leaves are…
Week in Review: Ensuring Food Safety During Pandemic and USMCA Implementation Moves Closer
…comments on Ag Order 4.0 is also approaching and the USMCA is moving toward implementation with Canada’s recent ratification. You can get all the most important agricultural news delivered right…
Agriculture Work Remains Critical Durning COVID-19 Crisis
With agriculture designated “critical infrastructure” by federal and state governments, the California Farm Bureau Federation reiterated its commitment to assist the state’s farmers, ranchers, and agricultural businesses during the statewide…
The California Kitchen: Untamed Easy French Bread
…1 oz Shallots 1 Lb Salted Sweet Cream Butter The California Kitchen ~ Smoked Cauliflower untamed For this and many more of these recipes visit: www.ajhtheuntamedchef.com Watch Albert’s Cooking Show:…
USDA and DOL Announce Information Sharing to Assist H-2A Employers
…families.” Background: USDA and DOL have identified nearly 20,000 H-2A and H-2B certified positions that have expiring contracts in the coming weeks. There will be workers leaving these positions who…