…One significant aspect of the proposed rule focuses on new protection for worker self-advocacy. The rule aims to empower workers to advocate for improved working conditions by strengthening anti-retaliation protections….
National Farm Health and Safety Week
…when we’re doing the work. That can help reduce that chance,” she said. The AgriSafe Network is a non-profit organization of health professionals and educators who work to reduce health…
DPR Seeks Comment on 2024 Strategic Plan
…provide comments. Written comments on the draft will also be accepted through October 20. The updated DPR vision laid out in the 2024 Strategic Plan is “A California where pest…
Agricultural Truck Drivers Detail Industry Challenges in New Report
…particularly challenging. The report suggests that the state ensure all applicable laws regarding compensation for waiting are understood by drivers and ensure employer compliance. Shippers can help the issue by…
Risk Management Education Supported by $6.5 Million Investment
…management strategies. “This funding and these partnerships are integral to our outreach efforts in communities that historically have not had access to training about risk management options. Our Risk Management…
APHIS Finalizes Changes to Import Regulations for Horses
…African Horse Sickness; updating ports designated for the importation of horses section; adding requirements for health certifications; requiring that horses transiting Central America or the West Indies comply with the…
Three Legislative Recommendations from Specialty Crop Farm Bill Alliance
The Specialty Crop Farm Bill Alliance (SCFBA) has endorsed three pieces of legislation that would support the groups 2023 Farm Bill priorities. SCFBA is comprised of more than 200 individual…
USDA Announces Projects to Boost Access to Green Space for Millions
…and maintain trees, combat extreme heat and climate change, and improve access to nature in cities, towns, and suburbs where more than 84% of Americans live, work, and play. Communities…
Almond Update: Improving Grower Efficiency with Postharvest Technology
Advancing technology within the processing side of the industry is helping to improve grower efficiency. Vice President of Operations for Custom Almonds and Sequoia Nut Company, Bikram Hundal said they…
Milk Loss Assistance Available for Producers Impacted by Natural Disasters
…support for producers impacted by catastrophic weather only added to the challenges. “We’re very appreciative of USDA’s diligent work over several months to finalize the compensation plan that will address…
Group Wants Candidates to Understand Importance of Trade
…the US economy. I think most economists look at that just shutter,” Kuehl said. “It’s a really bad idea. It’s a bad idea because it’ll cause inflation on products coming…
One Week Left to Apply for New Organic Transition Pilot Program
…submit an application. Administered by CDFA’s Office of Environmental Farming and Innovation (OEFI), the program aims to provide block grants to support farmers and ranchers in their transition to organic…
Group Wants More Aggressive Work on Trade Deals
…lot of work to do. Kuehl says Farmers for Free Trade would like to see the administration be more aggressive when it comes to trade deals because while we’re not…
Fusarium Wilt Race 2: A New Potential Threat in Strawberries
…made last fall is there are other strains that had previously not been identified that can cause disease on those resistant cultivars,” said Henry. “They overcome this resistance gene that’s…