…wage mandates make manual labor unsustainable. Immigration Reform and Farm Labor Labor remains one of the most pressing issues in California agriculture. Isom expressed optimism that bipartisan immigration legislation may…
HELP Act Would Aid Livestock Transporters
…introduced by Congressman Jeff Hurd (R-CO). This legislation aims to reinstate critical transportation exemptions for livestock haulers, reducing regulatory burdens that can compromise animal welfare and supply chain efficiency. Reported…
Proposition 12 Drives Up Pork Costs, NPPC Warns
…to Protect Farmers Committee chair G.T. Thompson is advocating for federal legislation that would restrict Prop 12’s scope to apply only within California, protecting out-of-state pork producers from having to…
AgNet News Hour Friday, 07-25-25
…worsening health outcomes due to environmental mismanagement. Duarte didn’t stop at identifying the problems—he offered solutions. He shared his own draft legislation for comprehensive immigration reform and called for scalable…
AgNet News Hour Tuesday, 07-22-25
…$7,000 restitution payments. Enhanced border security, mandatory E-Verify, and expedited asylum processing are also baked into the legislation. The episode also featured a wide-ranging conversation with Stephen Paul of Homegrown…
Homegrown Organic: Stephen Paul on Fruit, Figs, Farming Future
…don’t need a lot of water, and with proper care and cold chain handling, you can get a good 21-day shelf life.” Labor, Legislation, and a Call for Balance When…
Senators Resist Effort to Override Prop 12
…strong opposition to the inclusion of the Food Security and Farm Protection Act in the upcoming Farm Bill. The legislation, introduced by Senator Joni Ernst (R-IA), seeks to prevent states…
Canada’s Trade Moves Raise Concerns for U.S. Meat Exporters
…not only among U.S. exporters but also within Canada’s own agricultural community, where some domestic producers fear that the legislation could damage Canada’s credibility in future trade talks. New Legislation…
Hilton Eyes Regulatory Overhaul for California Ag
…said. Using Legal Tools to Challenge Harmful Laws While Hilton acknowledged a governor cannot unilaterally undo legislation, he made clear his intention to use legal channels to fight back. “You…
Labor Crisis Still Looms Over California’s Fresh Fruit Industry
…on Legislation When asked whether a fix to the immigration labor issue is on the horizon, Hartwig expressed cautious optimism. “I would love to tell you that there is a…
Chad Bianco: “California Is in Crisis—And Agriculture Is Paying the Price”
…across vital farmland. Representing Rural Voices in a Concrete Capitol If elected, Bianco said he would refuse to sign legislation affecting an industry or region unless its elected representatives support…
“One Big, Beautiful Bill” Delivers Tax Relief for Ag Producers
…tax burden. Step-Up in Basis Preserved The legislation also preserves the step-up in basis rule, allowing heirs to inherit property at its market value at the time of transfer. This…
AgNet News Hour Tuesday, 07-08-25
…and what changes in India’s tariff policy could mean for our state’s growers. Also in the episode: the “Big Beautiful Bill”—a major piece of legislation with potentially transformative benefits for…
Prop 12 Sparks Pricing Concerns for Pork Producers and Consumers
…and Consumers Darren Hill, a seasoned sales manager at JD Food in Fresno, explains how the legislation—though likely well-intended—has caused market disruption. “The problem with Prop 12 is the enforcement…