…coalition of California agricultural organizations which includes the Agricultural Council of California, California Farm Bureau Federation, California Fresh Fruit Association, and Western Growers highlighted concerns about the changes to the…
Water Infrastructure Investment a Waste With State, Federal Fight?
…feasible in some regions of the state with the current water system. Western Growers President and CEO Dave Puglia said that investment, however, could be pointless if the feud between…
The Western View: Even More Fake News Now Online
…news story. I’m Len Wilcox and that’s the Western View from AgNet West and Citrus Industry Magazine. The Western View: Even More Fake News Now Online About the Author Len…
Including Water Investments in Infrastructure Package Challenging
…federal consideration for water investments in the western states, with various efforts failing over the years. “The problem we have in the western U.S. is that most legislators – Senators…
Newsom Expanding Farm to Family Program
…banks,” Western Growers President and CEO Dave Puglia said in a press release. “Our growers recognize this and have more than doubled their donations of berries, baby carrots, grapes and…
USMCA Implementation Scheduled for July 1
…the United States should strive to increase manufacturing capacity and investment in North America,” Lighthizer said in a press release. “The USMCA’s entry into force is a landmark achievement in…
Disaster Loan Program Needs ‘Several Changes’
…includes the American Farm Bureau Federation (AFBF), National Council of Agricultural Employers, American Farmland Trust, Western Growers, and the National Milk Producers Federation points out that less than two percent…
‘More Meaningful Consultation’ Needed for New Regulations
…consultation – more meaningful consultation – and more thought given before policies are implemented,” said Dave Puglia, President, and CEO of Western Growers. “There has to be more time to…
Market Disruptions: ‘We’re Not Out of It by Any Stretch’
…CEO of Western Growers. “And if it is there, what the offering price will be for their product.” Market disruptions have already caused significant losses for the agricultural industry whether…
The Western View: Salute to Our Workers
…Californians – indeed, all Americans – need to appreciate. Ag Workers, Thank you for your service. I’m Len Wilcox and that’s the Western View from AgNet West and Citrus Industry…
Producers Working to Adapt to Uncertainty in the Food Supply Market
…relatively unchanged, the manner in which food is being consumed is causing significant disruption. “I think it was three, four, five years ago the United States for the first time…
Farm City Newsday Wednesday, 04-22-20
…to the White House urging them to address western water issues. Tune in to the show for these news stories, recipes, features and more. Danielle Leal Multi-Media Journalist & AgNet News…
Innovative Direct Marketing Webinar for Farmers
…is made possible by a grant from the U.S. Department of Agriculture’s Agricultural Marketing Service. Listen to the report below. Out & About Western Ag ~ 04.22.2020 About the Author…
DPR Lists Acceptable PPE Alternatives for Handling Pesticides
…Western Agricultural Processors Association and California Cotton Ginners and Growers Association. “For the most part they’re supposed to be equivalent or better and so that means they’re more expensive.” The…