…a single idea can spark a change for an entire industry.” Throughout the video, Dr. Holtz details his experience growing up on the farm and how the seed for WOR…
Pesticide Levels in Food Found to Be Low Once Again in Latest Report
…tested were well within pesticide tolerance levels established by the Environmental Protection Agency (EPA). The 2020 PDP Annual Report also shows that nearly a third of fruits and vegetables examined…
Lawmakers Continue to Press Biden Administration for Supply Chain Relief
…the ongoing issues and how they are impacting U.S. exports. The letter has also been endorsed by nearly two dozen agricultural groups, including the Almond Alliance, Western Growers, California Farm…
Court Issues a Stay of Enforcement for Proposition 12 Provisions
…enforcement. “Today’s ruling is another example of inherent flaws in Proposition 12,” said American Farm Bureau Federation President Zippy Duvall. “AFBF is pleased the Sacramento County Superior Court recognized that…
EPA Announces Stricter Pollution Enforcement
EPA Administrator Michael Regan The Environmental Protection Agency is taking what it calls “bold actions” to reduce pollution. Among the agency-wide actions, EPA Administrator Michael Regan said he is “committing…
WETA Program Application Window Extended to February 3
CDFA’s Office of Environmental Farming and Innovation extended the application period for a new competitive grant program. An additional two weeks was provided to submit applications for the new Water Efficiency…
EPA Seeks Comment on Revisions to Pesticide Crop Groupings
The U.S. Environmental Protection Agency (EPA) has released a draft of another revision to pesticide crop groupings. A 60-day public comment period has been opened to gather public feedback. The…
New Coverage Options Under California FAIR Plan Begin February 1
New commercial coverage for farmers and ranchers will become available through the California FAIR Plan. Insurance Commissioner Ricardo Lara announced that the new coverage will start February 1. The increase…
Pesticide Registration Topic of Call Between Senators, EPA Administrator
…hosts The AgNet News Hour. She was recently named the 2024 Farm Broadcaster of the Year by the National Association of Farm Broadcasting and serves as a Council Member on…
American Farm Bureau Changes Stance on Part of Cattle Transparency Act
The American Farm Bureau federation revised its support of the Cattle Price Discovery and Transparency Act. Farm Bureau says while it supports robust negotiated sales, delegates voted to oppose government…
Agronomic Minute: Wet Weather Creates Ideal Conditions for Grape Diseases
California started 2022 off with much-needed rain events, which could ultimately lead to higher levels of grape diseases. UPL Technical Service Manager, Emily Smith explained that last year’s dry conditions…
Week in Review: Trade War Impacts Tallied and Farmers Encouraged to Weigh-In on WOTUS
…introduced by Governor Gavin Newsom recently and was met with support from California Farm Bureau. Subscribe to the weekly newsletter to receive the latest agricultural headlines directly in your inbox….
Blong Xiong to Lead USDA’s Farm Service Agency in California
…for consumers. Farm Service Agency serves farmers, ranchers, foresters, and agricultural partners through the effective, efficient, and equitable delivery of federal agricultural programs. The Agency offers producers a strong safety…
Transportation Secretary Pete Buttigieg Talks with AgNet Media on Funding for Bridge Repairs
…issues and hosts The AgNet News Hour. She was recently named the 2024 Farm Broadcaster of the Year by the National Association of Farm Broadcasting and serves as a Council…