…issues impacting California’s agricultural landscape. From immigration reform to labor enforcement, Cunha offers practical insight from the front lines of advocacy. Cunha on Immigration, Labor, Regulatory Reform 1. Overview of…
California Ag Under Pressure: Innovation, Legacy, and the Voice of Nick Anderson
…concentrate on how we do things.” The Unmatched Taste of California-Grown Produce Despite its challenges, California remains the gold standard for fresh, flavorful produce. “Nothing is better than California produce…
Event Dates Coming Up for Almonds, Organic Summit, Strawberries
Emmanuel Anin, via Wikimedia Commons Here’s some event dates you need to put on your calendar. The Almond Board of California will have their production research Summit on June 18…
AgNet News Hour Thursday, 05-15-25
…increases the federal premium cost share from 65% to 80%. It also includes provisions for trade promotion programs and conservation funding. Additionally, CAL/OSHA issued its first citation under the new…
American Agriculture History Minute: Allis Chalmers Company Beginning
Credit JE. Detail view of Allis-Chalmers Francis-type turbine housing and generator. (JE, v. 27 (1911) p. 418). – Battle Creek Hydroelectric System, Battle Creek and HAER CAL,52-REBLU.V,1-105 Related names:Tedford, H…
Applications Open for California Agricultural Leadership Program Class 55
The California Agricultural Leadership Foundation (CALF) is now accepting applications for Class 55 of the California Agricultural Leadership Program (CALP), a premier leadership development initiative for mid-career professionals in the…
AgNet News Hour Friday, 02-14-25
…focus on a recent AgAlert article by Caleb Hampton that outlines this regulation and updates from Cal OSHA. The conversation also touches on how such technology could transform agricultural labor…
California Lettuce Growers see Increase in Compliance Costs
Lettuce Field in Salinas Valley DepositPhotos image California lettuce growers have seen a 63.7% increase in compliance costs over seven years. Despite this, farm gate values for lettuce have risen…
AgNet News Hour Wednesday, 12-11-24
…autonomous vehicles on farms. They discuss the ongoing conversations and concerns surrounding Cal OSHA’s role in regulating these technologies, focusing on safety, liability, and operational protocols. They highlight the broader…
Automation at FIRA Tackles Labor Challenges in Agriculture
…World Agriculture Forum. Sabrina is a native of California’s agriculture-rich Central Valley and now divides her time between California and North Dakota. Twitter LinkedIn Facebook WordPress Sponsored Content Let’s Talk…
Vineyard Team Announces 2024 Sustainable Ag Expo Program Lineup
…of Farm Broadcasting and serves as a Council Member on the World Agriculture Forum. Sabrina is a native of California’s agriculture-rich Central Valley and now divides her time between California…
Purdue Expert Shares Sales Strategies for Agricultural Professionals at CA Conference
…California. With roots in the Golden State as a Cal Poly grad, Downey dove into what makes a great salesperson, offering insights on how technical professionals can sharpen their sales…
California Unveils New Tools to Track Wildfire Resilience Progress
DepositPhotos image The Governor’s Wildfire and Forest Resilience Task Force, along with the California Department of Forestry and Fire Protection (CAL FIRE), launched several new tools this month to track…
$31 Million in Grants Awarded to Improve California’s Urban Forests
DepositPhotos image The California Department of Forestry and Fire Protection (CAL FIRE) and the USDA Forest Service have announced nearly $31 million in grant funds through the 2024 Inflation Reduction…