…by Cal/OSHA is not having plans or lacking effective communication of those plans. Heat illness prevention plans should be printed in English and in any languages spoken by employees. It…
U.S. Releases Updated Climate Adaptation Plan
The U.S. releases an updated climate adaptation plan. That’s coming up on This Land of Ours. Image by Kris/DepositPhotos The U.S. has just released an updated Climate Adaptation Plan. Gary…
How to Stay Safe in the Heat
Ways to stay safe when working outdoors in the heat. That’s coming up on This Land of Ours. By filmfoto/DepositPhotos image If you have to work outside in severe heat,…
Complexity of Heat Illness
The complexity of heat illness. That’s coming up on This Land of Ours. By j.dudzinski/DepositPhotos image One expert says heat illness is a complex medical issue and it’s hard to…
Producers Encouraged to Submit Crop Acreage Reports Before Deadline
…crops, such as type, use, acreage, and planting dates. Special rules apply if planting is delayed or if additional land is acquired. For crops covered under the Noninsured Crop Disaster…
Heat Wave Crosses US
A heat wave is moving across the country. That’s coming up on This Land of Ours. Heat wave in summer with high temperature and lack of water. By filmfoto/DepositPhotos image…
Almond Matters: Managing Mites Before Populations They ‘Explode’
…pest presence with the weather heating up. “With this heat, I would expect the population to explode,” Burkdoll explained. “The heat is what makes mites propagate. The species’ physiology kicks…
Mexico’s Leadership Change Could Bring Trade Changes
…to have an impact not just with Mexico trade, but possibly all around the world in the continued just knowledge and understanding of the safety that comes with GMO corn.”…
Senate Farm Bill Framework Receiving Industry Support
…and Forestry, unveiled a five-year farm bill proposal on Tuesday. The framework aims to modernize the farm safety net, increase funding for agricultural trade, and invest in rural development. It…
Week in Review: U.S. Ag Exports Struggling & New Challenges for Mid-Kings River GSA
…Specialty Crop Exports Initiative (ASCE) is now accepting applications. The California Department of Water Resources has released its first comprehensive Long-term Drought Plan for the State Water Project. Stay informed…
Almond Update: ABC Taking Applications for Committees and Workgroups
…covering areas such as finance, global communications, trade, regulatory issues, almond quality, food safety, and marketing. Hillman highlighted specific groups like the Almond Quality and Food Safety Committee, which focuses…
Kings County Water District Exits Mid-Kings River GSA, Stirring Concerns
…and continue developing a workable Groundwater Sustainability Plan (GSP). The decision comes amid recent disappointment with the KCWD board, evidenced by a letter with more than 200 signatories requesting their…
Make Ag Safety a Priority
…farm stress, mental health, and the future of ag safety. Topics include Heat Stress and Illness, Injury Surveillance Efforts, Farm Safety for Youth, Crisis Resources for Farmers, Addressing Mental Stress…
USDA Program for Dairy Producers Amid H5N1
…signing a Herd Monitoring Plan agreement. USDA strongly encourages dairy producers to enroll in this new program. Beyond the benefits for their own operations, increased producer participation may help USDA…