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‘Unprecedented’ Water Allocation for State Water Project
…water,” said Adam Borchard, Director of Government and Public Policy for the California Fresh Fruit Association. “Usually in the past when the state has an announcement like that, initially it’s…
Ag Exports Largely Overcome Logistical Challenges But Could Have Been Better
Farm exports have largely remained strong, despite the ongoing challenges in the supply chain. Transportation issues have remained problematic for many agricultural exports, with port congestion and a lack of…
Projects to Support Animal Health Receive More Than $16 Million
…goal is to help strengthen programs that bolster animal health in agricultural production. “These funding awards will help ensure the ongoing health of our nation’s livestock and poultry,” said Under…
Week in Review: House Passes Ocean Shipping Reform Act, Continued Growth in Organic
…of the continuing issues being tracked by the California Farm Labor Contractor Association is the ongoing challenge with farm labor contractor licensing. All of the major agricultural headlines can be…
USDA and DOT Call Out Ocean Carriers for Poor Service
…Secretary of Agriculture Tom Vilsack expressed concern about how agricultural exports are suffering under continuing challenges. A letter was sent to some of the leading ocean carriers highlighting the issues…
Fertilizer Prices Creating Concern for Farmers
In recent weeks several agricultural groups have been raising concerns about increasing fertilizer prices. The rising costs have prompted a call for the U.S. Department of Justice (DOJ) to investigate…
Upcoming Survey for Farmers and Ranchers
With its goal to better improve knowledge and understanding of producers in America, the U.S. Department of Agriculture’s National Agricultural Statistics Service (NASS) is conducting the 2021 Farm Producer Study….
California Farming By the Numbers Water Edition
…to lead a coalition of western agriculture and water entities seeking drought relief for western states. Collectively the coalition pushed for federal infrastructure legislation to fund $8 billion in repairs and investments in water…
Report Shows U.S. Falling Behind in Trade Agreements
A new report shows the United States is falling behind its competitors in reducing global trade barriers. The Corn Refiners Association released the report this week. The report tracked trade…
Almond Update: Acreage Reports Get Finetuned with More Detailed Metrics
…How many of those orchards that still may be standing, not removed, are stressed?” said Joel Kimmelshue, Principal Soil and Agricultural Scientist for Land IQ. “Now we have refined that…
Significant Growth of the Organic Sector and Its Future Potential
Over the past 30 years, the organic sector has experienced significant growth. Once a small, niche segment within the overall agricultural industry, organic production has expanded substantially. CEO of JV…
VofV: How to Become an Agtech Impact Rainmaker
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Continuing Issues With Farm Labor Contractor Licensing Process
One of the continuing issues being tracked by the California Farm Labor Contractor Association (CFLCA) is the ongoing challenge with farm labor contractor licensing. CFLCA Executive Director Nigel Bocanegra said…