…explained. “You can say whatever you want about the Trump administration—it has nothing to do with that. This is your own people doing it. Stop voting for them if you…
California Raisin Leaders on Trade, Water & Future
…the U.S. Department of Agriculture (USDA) for providing consistent support to the raisin industry across multiple administrations. Key programs include: School Lunch and Needy Persons Programs, which have long included…
Kevin Kester on Ranching, Trade, and Ag’s Next Generation
…Trump administration provided significant support for the cattle industry, particularly compared to other administrations. While he maintains friendships on both sides of the political aisle, he stressed that Republican-led policies…
Kevin Kester on Cattle, Wolves, and the Fight to Keep Family Ranches Alive
…will be done,” he said grimly. Kester also spoke about his time at the White House, standing with President Trump and working on trade agreements, including opening markets for U.S….
Pistachios, Water & Trade: Kreps on Farming’s Future
…On the federal level, Kreps has seen more optimism. After trips to Washington, D.C. earlier this year, he noted that the federal government—under President Trump, Vice President J.D. Vance, and…
California Trucking: Costs, Rules & Roadblocks
…and Federal Rollbacks At the federal level, EPA Administrator Lee Zeldin has taken steps to ease trucking regulations. Under the Trump administration, $54 billion was already cut from the DEF…
Lorenzo Rios: Valley Strong Vision for California
…direction. He pointed to the 16.5% shift toward former President Trump in the last election—the largest swing in the nation—as evidence of growing dissatisfaction. “My opponent has been in office…
Tariffs, Trade, and Table Grapes: Richard Matoian Shares Insights on California Farming Challenges
…tariffs aren’t about punishing trade partners but about achieving a level playing field. He recalled that for years U.S. commodities faced hidden tariff barriers abroad, and said the Trump administration’s…
California Agriculture at a Crossroads
…Ahead Boyer added that fear extends even to legal workers, underscoring the need for reform. Papagni lamented that many politicians delay action, waiting to see what the Trump administration does…
Fires to Food Security: Elaine Collotti Outlines Bold Plan for California Agriculture
…funding from FEMA and the Army Corps of Engineers ended without sustainable follow-up from the Newsom administration, leaving clean-up incomplete and property owners in limbo. She believes the Trump administration’s…
Freight, Labor, and Water: Roger Isom Unpacks the Big Challenges
…hopeful the current administration may finally bring clarity and compromise. “We’ve had the same people work with us for 20 or 30 years,” he says, “and they’re part of our…
Almond Board Reports Global Trade Progress
…Almond Board of California. China Opens Facility Registration Renewal Period China’s General Administration of Customs (GACC) has launched a renewal window for almond facility registrations set to expire January 1,…
Agricultural Trade Deal Cuts Tariffs, Boosts Nut Exports
…new trade agreement that reshapes the transatlantic flow of agricultural goods. Announced by the Trump administration, the deal includes a key tariff shift: a 15% tariff will be imposed on…
HELP Act Would Aid Livestock Transporters
…exemptions granted by the Federal Motor Carrier Safety Administration (FMCSA) during the pandemic. According to the NCBA, this legislation is critical to protect animal welfare, ensure food supply continuity, and…