…that California’s agriculture industry has the workforce it needs to succeed.” The new immigration legislation is primarily based on a condition in a previous immigration bill that passed through the…
At a Glance: CFBF Working for its Members by the Numbers
…priority list including legislation on water, wildfire prevention, trade, policy, immigration and more. It sent members to meet dignitaries at both the state and national level, it hosted students during…
Perdue Applauds USDA’s 2018 Accomplishments
…reform, streamlining government, and refocusing USDA to be customer oriented. Perdue “In 2018 we have fought for American farmers, ranchers, and producers by delivering new and improved trade deals like…
2018 Farm Bill Conference Report Released, Members, Officials and Associations Comment
…supported the completion of the report. Others wished there was more reform along with more emphasis on certain topics including forest management and pest and disease control. Overall members, U.S….
Secretary Perdue on Dept. of Labor Rulemaking on H-2A Visa Program
…This is an early step in H-2A regulatory reforms as promised in May in a joint statement of the Secretaries of Agriculture, Labor, State, and Homeland Security. Secretary Perdue issued…
AFBF: Environmental Litigation Reform Needed
…Director of Congressional Relations Ryan Yates said the need for oversight and reform regarding environmental litigation cannot be overstated. Yates told the House Committee on Oversight and Government Reform’s Subcommittee…
USDA Secretary Working to Empower Local School Leaders and Improve the School Meal Programs
…nation’s children. The meeting was part of the Secretary’s ongoing efforts to explore reforms that will make school meals more appealing by giving control back to local school food professionals…
What’s Next for E-Verify Immigration System
All employers would be required to use the E-Verify system to check the immigration status of employees. Milk Business Dot Com says the requirement is part of some revisions to…
Producers Welcome Help But Want End To Trade Disputes
…bank. Prohibit states from regulating agricultural production practices outside their borders. Reform the visa system to address an agricultural labor shortage. Give USDA oversight of lab-produced cultured protein and gene…
Trump Tweets on SNAP Work Requirements
…for Government Accountability, a hardline conservative welfare reform group, were happy with Trump’s tweet, noting that “there’s never been a better time for welfare reform with today’s booming economy.” Source:…
Senate Approves Ag Appropriations Bill
…other funding bills later this fall, but President Trump has threatened a government shutdown when the fiscal year ends September 30th if Congress does not pass immigration enforcement, border security…
Livestock Groups Highlight Misuse of Environmental Laws
…and Government Reform Subcommittee on the Interior, Energy, and the Environment held a hearing. It was in response to mounting challenges faced by ranchers who graze livestock on federal lands…
House Vote on Guest Worker Bill in Doubt
House Republican leaders appear to be going back on a promise to hold a vote ahead of the August recess on a conservative immigration bill that includes a new guest-worker…
New Labor Proposal Includes Same Challenges for California Agriculture
…President and CEO of Western Growers Tom Nassif has previously noted what is needed from an immigration reform bill, “find a way to help these existing workers remain in agriculture…