…Food and Agriculture advises the governor and the CDFA secretary on agricultural issues and consumer needs. The state board conducts forums that bring together local, state and federal government officials,…
AgNet West e-News: Navel Orangeworm in Almonds; Water Task Force; FSMA Changes
This week’s issue of the AgNet West e-News includes information on navel orangeworm in almonds; the governor’s new water task force; and changes to FSMA. Click here to view the…
Governor Forms Water Task Force
Governor Jerry Brown Governor Jerry Brown wants weekly meetings to assess water problems. Sabrina Hill reports. Click to Open or Download Audio Report Governor Jerry Brown says it’s going to…
EPA West Coast Collaborative Announces Grants
…repower diesel rubber tire gantry cranes with Ecocrane™ Hybrid Electric Power. Arizona Governor’s Office of Energy Policy received $81,993 to repower older construction equipment with at least Tier 3 engines….
Water News Conference Today
…sent a letter to Governor Jerry Brown and President Barack Obama, insisting that they bring attention to the severe consequences related to our drought situation. Today’s news conference highlights the…
California Delegation Water Letter to Obama, Brown
Congressman David G. Valadao (CA-21) joined together with California Senator Jean Fuller (SD-18) in leading a letter to President Barack Obama and Governor Jerry Brown asking them to take immediate…
CDFA To Discuss Groundwater Supply Challenges
…to unless we manage our water resources effectively and efficiently. Our rural communities and farmers deserve no less.” The California State Board of Food and Agriculture advises the governor and…
AgNet West E-news: Ag Education Threatened; Hope for CA Rangeland; Fall Pumpkin Crop
This week’s issue of the AgNet West e-News includes information on what the governor says about the Agriculture Education Incentive Grant; the future of California rangeland; and the fall pumpkin…
Schwarzenegger Gets Honorary Title
A former California governor is now the third US Forest Service honorary Forest Ranger, receiving the honor Wednesday. Rod Bain has more. Click to open or download audio report….
Agriculture Education at Stake
The future of California agriculture could be at stake if the Governor follows through with eliminating the Agriculture Education Incentive Grant. Brown approved continued funding for the program with hesitation…
AgNet West E-news: Brown Vetoes Citrus Bill; Almonds and Bee Health; Farm Bill
This week’s issue of the AgNet West e-News includes information on the governor’s veto of AB571, almonds and bee health, and the farm bill. Click here to view the current…
CA Citrus Mutual on Governor’s Veto of Citrus Bill
…nation’s number one fresh citrus industry.The state of Florida has financially partnered with their industry to defend against the ravages of Huanglongbing. “But not our Governor,” states Nelsen. “Governor Brown’s…
Brown Vetoes Citrus Protection Bill
Governor Jerry Brown As the Asian citrus psyllid continues to spread across the state, Governor Jerry Brown has vetoed a bill that would have helped protect California’s citrus crop. AB…