During a recent visit between California Farm Bureau (CFBF) President Jamie Johansson and newly elected Governor Gavin Newsom, the two worked toward developing a relationship with the new administration all…
Over $100 Million Cut from Available Ag Equipment Replacement Funds
Work is underway to ensure that the current levels of incentive funding for agricultural equipment replacement remain available to farmers. Governor Gavin Newsom’s budget proposal looks to reduce the funding…
California Cattle Council Vote Approaches
…was signed by then-Governor Jerry Brown in September 2018. The underlying focus of the council would be research, promotion, and marketing to benefit California cattle producers. Ballots are believed to…
State Board to Discuss Breeding Technology
…Dr. James Murray, UC Davis Department of Animal Sciences and a representative from the Non-GMO Project. The California State Board of Food and Agriculture advises the governor and the CDFA…
How Ag is Affected by Governor Newsom’s Budget
Newly sworn in California Governor Gavin Newsom recently announced his first budget proposal; a record-setting $209 billion, with $144 billion in general fund spending. As the state sits on a…
Cooperation Fails as Bay-Delta Water Plan Moves Forward
…voluntary agreements as the flows mandate will require a separate rulemaking process. Back in November Governor Jerry Brown and Governor-Elect Gavin Newsom noted their support for cooperation between agencies to…
Farm Bureau Welcomes Delay in River-Flows Vote
…that would lessen flow amounts but be more beneficial to fish populations. “We’re pleased the governor and governor-elect recognize the clear benefits of voluntary actions,” Johansson said. “Imposing stringent regulatory…
The Western View: A Fix for California Water Problems?
…It says who gets how much water. Members of this Board are appointed by the Governor to make these decisions. Under Jerry Brown, this Board leans heavily in favor of…
USDA Announces Receipt of 136 Expressions of Interest in Hosting ERS & NIFA
…has also received letters of support from a number of governors, members of Congress, farm-related organizations, and state and local officials. It is possible that ERS and NIFA will be…
UN Climate Change Report Calls for Immediate Action
…to Governor Jerry Brown’s ambitious plan to achieve zero emissions by 2045. California has also been investing heavily in agricultural solutions to combat emission levels. Through various initiatives, the state…
Branstad Responds to China Newspaper Ad Against U.S. Trade Policies
…editorial in the Des Moines Register blasting China’s propaganda aimed at Iowa farmers. Terry Branstad, former Iowa Governor and U.S. ambassador to China, wrote in the editorial that “it is…
Iowa Allowed To Join WOTUS Lawsuit
…law in court, seeking to halt its implementation. A news release from Iowa Governor Kim Reynolds’ office says the rule went back into effect in Iowa in August. A federal…
Fire and Wine: Another Year of Northern California Wildfires
…County. As of August 3, the fire is only 39 percent contained. Governor Jerry Brown has issued a state of emergency again this year because of the severity of wildfires…
Limited Benefits of Tariff Relief Funds for California Producers
…agricultural leaders in a discussion with Governor Jerry Brown on the trade issues and tariff impacts facing California. The nature of California’s production makes the tariffs particularly important. “California farmers…