…exposure has become even more of an issue for producers in recent years, with record-setting wildfires occurring more frequently. The Energy Infrastructure Act recently passed by the Senate Energy and…
Battle For the Right to Repair Bolstered with Recent Vote
The Federal Trade Commission (FTC) is going to become more actively engaged when comes to the right to repair. After a recent vote of 5-0, the FTC will be enhancing…
Almond Update: Multiple Benefits of Keeping Orchard Floors Clean
…vegetation is a valuable practice for his operation. “The cleaner you send to the huller, turns into the clearer that goes to the processer, and a better return on your…
Almond Matters: Final Preparations with Harvest on The Way
…harvest, early thoughts about next year’s crop will help growers get a better start. Once harvest has wrapped up, taking a close look at orchard nutrition through a soil analysis…
Passage of Energy Infrastructure Act Celebrated by Ag and Water Groups
The Energy Infrastructure Act was recently passed by the Senate Energy and Natural Resources Committee by a vote of 13-7. The legislation includes several provisions that will assist with some…
Potential For Year-Round H-2A Access on The Horizon
…labor challenges in agriculture. Introduced by Representatives Dan Newhouse and Henry Cuellar, the amendment creates an opportunity for agricultural operations to better engage with the H-2A program. Year-round H-2A access…
Smoke Exposure Impact on Winegrape Contracts Detailed in New Report
…under contract and the various justifications used. It also details applicable law and how growers might be able to better protect themselves. “What we’ve found over the last few years…
New Action Plan for Cyclospora Released by FDA
…action plan focuses on improving prevention of Cyclospora contamination of foods and better preparing for any potential outbreaks in the future. FDA first documented Cyclospora in domestically grown cilantro in…
Emergency Procedures Authorized to Provide Crop Insurance Flexibilities
…and ranchers to better access insurance benefits. USDA’s Risk Management Agency (RMA) will be working with insurance companies to speed up the process for the adjustment of losses. RMA is…
Task Force Seeks More Favorable Gene Editing Regulations
…GMOs to allow for individual regulation. The task force also supports updates to the regulatory framework of the U.S. Food and Drug Administration (FDA) to better align with current gene…
Appropriations Bill Includes Additional Funding for Smoke Exposure Research
…impact of smoke exposure on the winegrape industry and the need for financial support to better understand the issue. The funding will allow for better collaboration between industry members and…
Mixed Response to Reintroduction of Farm System Reform Act
…the strengthening of the Packers and Stockyards Act. The Farm System Reform Act is being supported by hundreds of organizations including United Food and Commercial Workers and Family Farm Action….
Almond Matters: Heatwave Exacerbating Pest Problems
In today’s Almond Matters, brought to you by Valent, the heatwave that California has been experiencing is prompting more pest activity. Field Market Development Specialist for Valent U.S.A., Todd Burkdoll…
Health Bite: Gas Station Finds
…7-11. A candy bar and soda would most certainly hit the spot, but it won’t do much in the way of providing actual nutrients or lasting satiety. So what do…