…door to one of the largest markets in the world is key to helping farmers get back on their feet. “We wholly support the Administration’s efforts to stop unfair trade…
New DPR Director Excited to Improve Agency Transparency
…early on, Dolcini believes that Governor Gavin Newsom and his administration has a sincere interest in the needs and concerns of California’s agricultural industry. Governor Newsom appointed several individuals with…
Industry Reaction to Trade Aid Announcement
…that trade negotiations with China will quickly lead to a resolution of trade disputes and that the administration will make important progress in negotiations with Japan and the European Union….
USDA Announces Details of Support Package for Farmers
(USDA) — U.S. Secretary of Agriculture Sonny Perdue announced further details of the $16 billion package aimed at supporting American agricultural producers while the Administration continues to work on free,…
Mitigate Liability Risk by Vetting Your Farm Labor Contractor
…inherent with workers on my property,” said AgSafe President and CEO Amy Wolfe. “Both state and federal law make it very clear: you will have some degree of liability if…
MFP Details: ‘Minimum of $15 an Acre Initially’
…payment limit which proved problematic for some growers last year. “This will be the second year of the MFP program that the Trump Administration has provided,” said Langley. “This year…
Guest-Worker Reforms Essential as Enforcement Increases
(AFBF) — The federal government’s announcement of plans to expand and expedite the deportation of undocumented workers prompted a forceful call for guest-worker reforms by AFBF President Zippy Duvall. “We…
CAWG Foundation Awards Student Scholarships
…activities. She is a dedicated mentor and leader with Club Azteca, Girls’ Leadership Network, Peer Leaders and Future Teachers Program. Paola plans to attend UC Berkeley, major in business administration…
Administration of Trade Relief Funding Criticized Over Sizable JBS Award
…Perdue back in May, criticizing the agency’s administration of the trade relief funding. The lawmakers pointed out that the USDA’s Trade Mitigation Program is designed to assist U.S. producers who…
DOL Moves to Make H-2A User-Friendly
…and his administration for recognizing the need to reform our nation’s agricultural guest worker program. American farmers and ranchers have long faced challenges in meeting their labor needs and asked…
Proposed Changes to Agricultural Visa Program Show Promise
…and improve the existing H-2A agricultural visa program, which allows people from certain countries to enter the United States temporarily for on-farm jobs. “We’re encouraged by the administration’s efforts to…
Farm Bureau Welcomes Progress on Water Rule Changes
(AFBF) — The following statement regarding repeal of the 2015 Waters of the United States rule can be attributed to American Farm Bureau Federation President Zippy Duvall: “The Administration has…
Pork Industry Battling Challenges From Trade to Labor Shortage
…campaign, NPPC is aggressively working to establish oversight within the U.S. Department of Agriculture where it belongs, not with the U.S. Food and Drug Administration, which has claimed jurisdiction. “Addressing…
Gallo Deal Uncertainty Delaying Grape Purchases
…in limbo after being announced back in April. “The status, to my knowledge, is that it’s still under review by the Federal Trade Commission an there are obviously some mixed…