…a return to the previous “higher-of” formula, citing losses of $1.2 billion incurred by farmers under the current formula since the 2018 farm bill. Chief Economist with IDFA, Mike Brown…
Wage Declines from AB 1066 an ‘Ironclad Rule of Economics’
…until the job is completed. Restricting the hours worked during the labor period reduces the overall income of the employee, despite the higher overtime rate. Little mentioned that research being…
Almond Update: Increasing Problems with Plant Bug Infestations
…The increase in plant bug infestations is contributing to more significant issues with brown spot in orchards, which results in higher levels of rejections. Plant bugs are a growing concern…
California Chill Report: Enhancing Pistachio Yield Through Bloom Synchronization
…particularly important for optimizing its usage. “The application of Dormex at CP 65, which was around February 24, significantly increased the yield. This increase was even higher in the low…
California Chill Report: Navigating Changing Chill Patterns
Chill patterns have been shifting over the past 50 years as a result of a higher frequency of warmer winters. UC Cooperative Extension Orchard Systems Advisor, Kat Jarvis-Shean noted that…
Almond Matters: Getting Ready for the Growing Season
…weather on the way, growers would be best served making applications when they can, to have a higher likelihood for a successful growing season. “Get in now because if it…
Impacts of the Strength of the U.S. Dollar on Ag Exports
The strength of the U.S. dollar has been negatively impacting exports of American agricultural goods. Higher interest rates and global geopolitical events heavily influence its value. “Fourteen months ago we…
Average Pay Levels Decline for Ag Workers After Two Years of New Overtime Rules
…in weekly working hours and earnings for California crop workers. Employers adjusted schedules to avoid higher overtime rates, leading to challenges in achieving the purported purpose of the legislation. Before…
Coalition Calls on Governor Newsom to Address Supply Chain Challenges Threatening California Ag
…adequate infrastructure and flexibility will lead to severe consequences, such as slowed imports and exports, higher prices, job losses, and economic hardships, particularly in disadvantaged rural communities. The letter specifically…
Fertilizer Research Act to Analyze Drivers of High Costs
…fertilizer prices. With increasing costs of fertilizer over the past few years it has been a growing concern for farmers. That has prompted lawmakers to push for more government scrutiny…
WIC Program at Risk
…children across the country. Congress has fully funded WIC for more than 25 years however the program’s funding needs have grown due to higher-than-expected participation and food costs. During a…
AgNet News Hour, Thursday, 12-14-23
Get the latest agriculture news in today’s AgNet News Hour, hosted by Sabrina Halvorson. Today’s show includes this week’s Almond Update, and some good news about food prices. Tune in…
Food Insecurity in U.S. Households with Older Adults
…was statistically significantly higher than the 7.1 percent in 2021 and the 6.9 percent in 2020. USDA’s Economic Research Service (ERS) monitors the food security status of households in the…
Lawmakers Discuss Pesticide Regulations
…current and future pesticides,” he said. “It will threaten crops, grower incomes, conservation practices, public health, vital infrastructure, and ultimately raise food prices for families amidst record high inflation.” Newhouse…