…This legislation was a critical milestone in shaping the nation’s conservation policy, ensuring that vast areas of natural forest were protected for future generations. A Lasting Legacy The early decisions…
Central Valley Fight: Tangipa Stands for Farmers
…pushing legislation supported by evidence, only to face opposition that defies logic. One bill he sponsored, aimed at reducing utility rates by 20%, faced resistance from lawmakers despite clear benefits…
California Farmers Struggle with Water, Labor, and Regulations
…Hands-on experience teaches responsibility, public speaking, and the realities of food production, preparing the next generation to support and sustain agriculture. Controversial Legislation and Land Use Recent legislation, such as…
History of Land-Grant Universities in U.S. Agriculture
…legislation that reshaped higher education in the country. This act laid the foundation for what became known as land-grant universities—institutions that received federal land to fund their establishment and operations….
Roger Isom on California Farming Challenges in 2025
…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…