…shortly after FDA declared the agency would be postponing most foreign inspections. There has been no indication as to when routine inspections would be resuming. “That is one area where…
Water Conflicts Continue as California Clashes with Federal Agencies
…President Donald Trump in February have already been the source of litigation. The ITP is expected to be another point for lawsuits, as environmental groups are not satisfied that it…
New Payroll Protection Program for Small Business
A new payroll protection program is available to small business through the Coronavirus Aid, Relief, and Economic Security Act also known as the CARES Act. When the COVID-19 relief act…
FCC Designates $1 Billion for Precision Agriculture
The Federal Communications Commission (FCC) has announced that the agency will be focusing on supporting precision agriculture. The FCC has established a Precision Agriculture Connectivity Task Force which is divided…
FDA Allows for Telemedicine to Meet Animal Health Needs
…agency intends to suspend the enforcement of certain aspects of the federal veterinarian-client-patient relationship requirements relevant to certain FDA regulations which require veterinarians to physically examine animals and to visit…
Week in Review: Stimulus Bill Helps Ag, New Coronavirus Sick Leave Requirements
…production is moving along, and the Environmental Protection Agency is looking into new methods for evaluating pesticides. The most prominent stories of the week can found directly in your email…
EPA Looks to Reduce Time Required for Pesticide Registration
The U.S. Environmental Protection Agency (EPA) recently announced a revision to the methods dictating pesticide registration. The new protocol updates how biological evaluations are conducted under the Endangered Species Act…
USDA Service Centers Open for Business by Phone Appointment Only
…Agency, Natural Resources Conservation Service, or any other Service Center agency are required to call their Service Center to schedule a phone appointment. In the event Service Center staff is…
Request for Increased USDA Funding to Address Pandemic Shortfalls
…USDA’s Animal and Plant Health Inspection Service needs $55 million to counteract the loss of user fees the agency collects from airline traffic. An additional $45 million is being requested…
DPR Evaluation of Neonicotinoids Making Progress
The evaluation of neonicotinoids is continuing to make forward progress within the California Department of Pesticide Regulation (DPR). The agency has been working on neonicotinoid insecticides since 2009 which has…
The California Kitchen: Untamed Easy French Bread
…1 oz Shallots 1 Lb Salted Sweet Cream Butter The California Kitchen ~ Smoked Cauliflower untamed For this and many more of these recipes visit: www.ajhtheuntamedchef.com Watch Albert’s Cooking Show:…
Types of Bonsai Trees Best for the Beginner
…low-growing shrub can be placed in full sun or part shade, but it does require protection from frost and extreme heat (though some cultivars will do better in hotter climates)….
USDA Continues Focus on Service During COVID-19 Outbreak
…Production and Conservation (FPAC): USDA Service Centers, which include offices of both Farm Service Agency (FSA) and Natural Resources Conservation Service (NRCS), are located throughout the country. Our customers are…
Bill to Enhance Agricultural Border Inspections Signed into Law
…Ranking Member of the Senate Homeland Security and Governmental Affairs Committee, the bipartisan bill will authorize U.S. Customs & Border Protection (CBP) to hire additional inspectors and other support staff. …
