The U.S. Department of Agriculture (USDA) has unveiled the Pandemic Assistance for Producers program to further support farmers and ranchers. After a review of previous relief programs, USDA identified areas…
New Supplemental Paid Sick Leave Bill Goes into Effect March 29
…of 80 hours of paid sick leave for certain COVID-related reasons.” Part-time employees will also receive additional leave time based on a formula detailed in the new law. The COVID-19…
Recognizing the Importance of Farmers on National Ag Day
…the Table.” Over the last year, the invaluable work of the agricultural industry has been highlighted amidst the issues created by the COVID-19 pandemic. “On National Agriculture Day, we recognize…
Farm City Newsday Tuesday, 03-23-21
…administration’s policy focus, and how Capitol Ag Day will serve as an opportunity to counter the farm sector’s COVID response narrative. Tune in to the show for these news stories,…
Capitol Ag Day: A Chance to Counter the Farm Sector COVID Response Narrative
…and the COVID-19 pandemic. CFBF Director of Employment Policy Bryan Little says this year is an opportunity to change the narrative when it comes to the food and farm sector…
Ag Groups Challenge Additional $4 an Hour ‘Hero Pay’
…the rationale used for deciding which employees warranted the increased pay if the basis of the mandate was COVID-19 risk. While grocery store employees are covered, certain big-box retailers such…
Lawmakers Support Push to Address Container Shortages
…effects of the COVID-19 pandemic, it is essential that port operators and VOCCs honor their responsibilities and adhere to the laws that govern their roles in the global economy,” the…
Vaccinating the CA Farm Labor Population Has Been ‘Hit or Miss’
Under California’s COVID-19 vaccine distribution plan, the state has opened up Phase 1B. Individuals 65 and older, as well as three sector populations including education and childcare, emergency services, and…
USDA Makes Additional Funding Available for Value-Added Produce Grant Program
…Appropriations Act of 2021. The grant funding is intended to support farmers and ranchers that have been affected by the COVID-19 pandemic. With another $35 million dollars in additional funding…
Golden State Dairy Management Webinars Coming Up March 25
…COVID we’ve decided to try a webinar. This year we have four sessions in the webinar block,” said Jennifer Heguy, UC Cooperative Extension Dairy Advisor. “We’re going to cover the…
Safe Line Speeds During COVID-19 Act Reintroduced
The Safe Line Speeds During COVID-19 Act has been reintroduced by U.S. Senator Cory Booker and Representatives Rosa DeLauro and Bennie Thompson. Primarily, the legislation will eliminate line speed waivers…
Industry Groups Call for Funding to Support Ag Export Markets
…Market Access Program (MAP) and the Foreign Market Development (FMD) Program. “The twin challenges presented by the ongoing COVID-19 pandemic, as well as competitors’ export promotion programs, highlight the need…
Farm City Newsday Monday, 03-15-21
…impacting consumers, organic pest control material making its way through the registration process and the COVID lockdown showed reaching climate neutrality maybe a ‘daunting task.’ Tune in to the show…
COVID Lockdown Proved Reaching Climate Neutrality Maybe a ‘Daunting Task’
…COVID Lockdown Proved Reaching Climate Neutrality Maybe a ‘Daunting Task’ Danielle Leal Multi-Media Journalist & AgNet News Hour Anchor Sponsored Content Let’s Talk Livestock Risk Protection For Those Beef On Dairy…