…under former President Donald Trump’s administration, with ongoing discussions now raising hopes for change. Ravindra Mehta, founding member of the Dry Nuts and Fruits Council of India, noted that both…
R-CALF Urges Action on Screwworm Near Border
…southern border. In response, R-CALF USA is calling on the federal government to take immediate and precautionary action. R-CALF Urges Action on Screw Worm Near Border Lorrie Boyer of AgNet…
AgNet News Hour Tuesday, 07-15-25
…turned to wildfire preparedness and the new federal stance on forest management. Agriculture Secretary Brooke Rollins testified that the USDA is elevating the national fire preparedness level and removing regulatory…
CDFA Opens Grant Program for Invasive Pest Management
…Eligible applicants include: Public or private colleges and universities Local, state, or federal government agencies, including tribal governments Non-profit organizations Commodity groups Project leaders and affiliated institutions must be based…
APHIS Expands Citrus Greening Quarantine in California
…miles These federal quarantines align with recent CDFA intrastate quarantine updates enacted on May 19, June 17, and July 1, 2025. The expansion impacts approximately 1.44 acres of commercial citrus….
AgNet News Hour Monday, 07-14-25
…the last decade.” He makes clear that California’s growers aren’t asking for special treatment—just a level playing field. The episode also tackles key federal and state battles. Proposition 12, California’s…
Labor Crisis Still Looms Over California’s Fresh Fruit Industry
…reform. “It’s an uphill push,” he noted, though he remains hopeful that momentum will build around pending bills. The Administration’s Role and Mixed Messaging Hartwig pointed out that the Biden…
Bianco Slams Solar Panels on Farmland
…of everyday Californians. He made it clear that his administration would prioritize protecting agriculture and local communities rather than enabling policies driven by lobbying groups. Bianco Blasts the Push for…
USDA Unveils 7-Point National Farm Security Action Plan
…Rollins concluded her announcement by emphasizing the importance of collaboration across federal agencies and state governments to fully implement the National Farm Security Action Plan. Reporting by Lorrie Boyer for…
Chad Bianco: “California Is in Crisis—And Agriculture Is Paying the Price”
…California farmers get left behind. “Hollywood doesn’t need handouts,” he said. “They need government to get out of their way—just like our farmers do.” He said his administration would strip…
California Fresh Fruit Industry Faces Crisis
…federal reconciliation efforts. “If we could automate, we would. But you still need skilled hand labor to pick a great-tasting piece of fruit.” Water Shortages and Solar Pressure Hartwig expressed…
Hilton Slams Solar on Farmland, Pledges Support for California Ag
…cooperative relationship with the federal government, citing personal connections with top cabinet officials. “When I take office, we’ll finally have a governor who works with D.C., not fights it on…
San Joaquin Valley Water Blueprint Pushes for Bold Water Reforms
…heart of their advocacy is support for Executive Order 14181, originally issued under the Trump administration, which lays the groundwork for modernizing water management and increasing overall water deliveries statewide….
AgNet News Hour: Citrus Expo Preview, USDA Snap Crackdown, and Chad Bianco’s Bold Vision for California Ag
…push to restrict illegal immigrants from accessing SNAP and other federal benefits. This move—backed by several federal agencies—aims to ensure only eligible U.S. residents receive taxpayer support. Nick applauds the…