The Sites Reservoir Project is moving forward after a judge dismissed a lawsuit from environmental groups. The project is backed by President Joe Biden, Governor Gavin Newsom, and various water…
Tribal Ag Trade Mission a First
…bring together leaders and experts from indigenous communities in both countries. On the trade mission, Under Secretary Taylor will be joined by Minnesota Lieutenant Governor Peggy Flanagan, Intertribal Agricultural Council Board…
Several States Sue California Over Zero-Emission Vehicle Mandate
…plaintiffs in a lawsuit against the Advanced Clean Fleets rule. They argue that the vehicle mandate, stemming from a 2020 executive order signed by Governor Gavin Newsom, is an overreach…
Concerns for Another Proposed Mill Tax Increase
…budget deficit. While Governor Gavin Newsom presented his revised budget plan which includes spending cuts in several areas, he is supporting the increased tax on pesticides, which will help add…
Alabama Bans Cultured Meat
…to ban the sale of cultured meat. Last week, Governor Kay Ivey signed SB23 into law, making the manufacture, sale, or distribution of food products produced from cultured animal cells…
Week in Review: Support for Farm Bill Proposals & First Almond Acreage Decline in 30 Years
…state’s bearing almond acreage has declined for the first time in nearly 30 years. Governor Gavin Newsom signed into effect new developments for the California Water Plan which details water…
‘Innovation is the Cornerstone’ of the California Water Plan
Governor Gavin Newsom, with the support of the Department of Water Resources (DWR) and other state agencies, signed into effect new developments for the California Water Plan which details water…
Fruit Fly Threat Receiving State and Federal Attention
…fund APHIS’ emergency response activities. At the same time, California is looking to take additional steps to address the pest. Governor Gavin Newsom recently signed legislation that will provide $22.1…
Catastrophic Losses Ahead After Texas Wildfires
…of more cattle than people. As Governor Greg Abbott declares a disaster in 60 counties, the TDA’s State of Texas Agriculture Relief (STAR) Fund is calling for donations to assist…
Week in Review: Snowpack Still Below Average & Conservation Stewardship Opportunities Now Available
The second snow survey of the season at Phillips Station highlighted a lack of snow for the current water year. Governor Gavin Newsom unveiled the $291.5 billion budget on January…
Questions and Concerns with California Budget Proposal
Leaders in the California agriculture industry have responded to Governor Gavin Newsom’s budget proposal. Newsom unveiled the $291.5 billion budget on January 10, and many in the industry are evaluating…
Water Strategy Outlined in California Water Commission Report
…result of extensive public outreach and aligns with the directives of the Newsom Administration’s Water Resilience Portfolio Action 26.3. Recommendations in the white paper emphasize four crucial strategies for addressing…
CDFA Accepting Applications for Healthy Soils Program
…February 9. Grants are intended to increase the adoption of conservation management practices supporting soil health, carbon sequestration, and mitigating greenhouse gas emissions. “With tremendous thanks to our Governor and…
Week in Review: Cuts in California’s Budget & Advanced Clean Fleets Enforcement Delay
The proposed budget will reportedly close what the Newsom Administration conservatively projects as a $37.86 billion shortfall. There is once again talk of a possible government shutdown and one expert…