…Workers Defense Act of 2019 known as SB 1, was passed right before the legislature began its interim recess. The bill is now headed to Governor Gavin Newsom, who surprisingly…
Stakeholders Weigh-In on Water Resilience Portfolio
…the Natural Resources Agency, and the California Environmental Protection Agency craft recommendations for Governor Gavin Newsom to address his plans for ensuring healthy waterways. CDFA Secretary Karen Ross said the…
Senate Bill 1 Continues to Move Through the California Legislature
…to the Governor’s office, where Governor Gavin Newsom will have until October 13 to act upon it. About the Author Brian German Facebook Twitter Ag News Director, AgNet West Sponsored…
Farm City Newsday Tuesday, 08-20-19
…presenting litigation challenges and California’s table olives looking to bounce back this year. Also, find out who Gov. Newsom selected as the new Cal/OSHA lead. Tune in to the show…
DPR/CDFA Announce Team for Chlorpyrifos Alternatives
…chlorpyrifos list serve. The development of safer, more sustainable alternatives to chlorpyrifos will be supported by Governor Newsom’s 2019-2020 budget, approved by the Legislature, which appropriates over $5 million in…
Multiple Funding Sources Focused on Addressing Nutria Population
…Supply and Infrastructure Improvement Act of 2014. The grant comes after an earlier award of $1.2 million to address the nutria population. Governor Gavin Newsom’s budget that was recently approved…
New DPR Director Excited to Improve Agency Transparency
…early on, Dolcini believes that Governor Gavin Newsom and his administration has a sincere interest in the needs and concerns of California’s agricultural industry. Governor Newsom appointed several individuals with…
Optimism for Adopting Voluntary Approach to California’s Water Goals
…flexibility for water users but also provides money and water supply for the environment.” Wade noted that Governor Gavin Newsom and his agency staff appear to be receptive to the…
CFBF: California Budget ‘A Win’ for Agriculture Despite Funding Cuts
As Governor Gavin Newsom waits to sign the California budget, many in the agriculture industry are cautiously optimistic about funding allotments. Although there were significant reductions to meaningful agricultural programs…
Input Sought for Development of Climate-Resilient Water System
To help with the development of Governor Gavin Newsom’s climate-resilient water system plan, the public is being encouraged to provide input on water concerns. The California Department of Food and…
CDFA Programs Get Funding Increase in ‘May Revise’ of California Budget
Photo by Alexander Mils on Unsplash In Governor Gavin Newsom’s ‘May Revise’ of the state’s budget, several changes were made that will affect the agriculture industry. There were significant increases…
CDFA Secretary Ross Receives Agriculturalist of the Year Award
…leadership experience in agricultural issues, Governor Gavin Newsom reappointed Secretary Ross earlier in the year. “I’m thrilled to have the opportunity to continue to work with this great industry. We…
New Ag Liaison to Offer Central Valley Ag Perspective
Newly elected Governor Gavin Newsom created a special new role, Agriculture Liaison. This role was created to help his administration better understand agriculture in the Central Valley. He appointed Bill…
Farm Bureau Leaders Visit Capitol, Meet New Faces
…faces at the Capitol including Governor Gavin Newsom and other elected officials, the Farm Bureau staff is beginning to work on building those new relationships. California Farm Bureau President Jamie…