…the San Luis and Delta-Mendota Water Authority, Federico Barajas said in a news release. “We appreciate the leadership and commitment demonstrated by the Newsom Administration, our Congressional and California Legislative…
Progress Made on Sites Reservoir Project Development
…I am now calling on Governor Newsom to direct the state agencies to finally complete the permitting process for the Sites Reservoir Project,” said Congressman John Garamendi. “After years of…
Biden’s State of the Union Address
…on temporary status, farmworkers, essential workers.” GOP Rebuttal In the official GOP rebuttal to the president’s address, Iowa Governor Kim Reynolds gave a list of criticisms and said the president…
Avocado Imports from Mexico Resume
…possible due to the rapid response and cooperation of the governor of Michoacán, Mexico’s federal government, and the Mexican Association of Avocado Producers and Exporters (APEAM),” said Ken Salazar, U.S….
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….
Week in Review: Water Year Starts Strong But More Storms Needed, Newsom’s Budget Addresses Drought
Storm systems that came through California over the past few weeks will need to continue in order to offset the state’s water storage deficit. Governor Gavin Newsom has released his…
Progress Report Details Water Resilience Portfolio Implementation
A report was released recently detailing the first 18 months of implementing the Water Resilience Portfolio. An Executive Order from Governor Gavin Newsom in 2019 called for the development of…
California Farm Bureau Welcomes Budget Proposal
A $286.4 billion budget plan for the state of California was introduced this week by Governor Gavin Newsom. This budget will make investments to target the greatest threats to the…
Newsom’s California Blueprint Includes $750 Million for Drought Response
Governor Gavin Newsom has released his 2022-23 state budget proposal, the California Blueprint. The $213 billion budget includes significant investment for addressing coronavirus, wildfires, homelessness, and drought. California is currently…
Republicans Call for Investment in Water Projects with State Surplus
State Republicans are calling on Governor Gavin Newsom to invest in water projects with California’s expected financial surplus. In a letter, the nine lawmakers point out that the construction of…
Joint Effort to Improve Port of Oakland Conditions for Ag Exports
…as state and federal agencies and industry stakeholders highlighted issues within the supply chain and potential solutions. The discussion was led the Governor’s Office of Business and Economic Development, the…
New Federal-State Partnership to Address Transportation Infrastructure
A new partnership between state and federal officials seeks to bolster transportation infrastructure. Issues of transportation continue to create significant challenges in the food supply chain. Governor Gavin Newsom recently…
Week in Review: Newsom Addresses Port Congestion, Changing COVID Protocols for Employers
After months of port congestion creating supply chain challenges, Governor Gavin Newsom has taken action to address the issue. COVID expectations for employers could be on the horizon after recent…
Farm City Newsday Friday, 10-22-21
Get the latest agriculture news in today’s Farm City Newsday, hosted by Brian German. Today’s show goes over the latest executive order from Governor Gavin Newsom, where California sits for…