…trending, biologicals represent an important component of navigating evolving requirements. Maximum residue levels in European markets, combined with increasing regulatory pressure in California create an area of opportunity for biologicals….
Week in Review: More Water for CVP Contractors & Mixed Results for Nut Shipments
…its finalized emissions standards for heavy-duty and light- to medium-duty vehicles. Governor Gavin Newsom has signed Senate Bill 92 and Assembly Bill 2288 to reform the Private Attorneys General Act….
Collaboration Between Industry and Researchers at the Heart of the Salinas Biological Summit
…that a regulatory framework surrounding the use of biological inputs needs to be developed and supported with federal funding. “I believe that if we can really collaborate more closely with…
Chevron Deference Overturned by Supreme Court
…to figure out how to implement them. AFBF has been a leading voice on this issue and has argued on behalf of farmers who are caught in a regulatory back…
Governor Signs Private Attorneys General Act Reform
Governor Gavin Newsom has signed Senate Bill 92 and Assembly Bill 2288 to reform the Private Attorneys General Act (PAGA). These reforms aim to help workers get fair compensation while…
Allocation Increased for CVP Ag Contractors South-of-Delta
…conditions and the end of the drought. Allison Febbo, Westlands’ General Manager, emphasized the need for improved water management transparency and collaboration among regulatory agencies. “We need a more collaborative…
Week in Review: Wildfires Create Concerns for Winegrapes & PAGA Reform Arrives
…and businesses, an agreement has been reached to reform the Private Attorney General Act. A recent report highlights the impact that cover crops have on water management in the Central…
PAGA Reform Agreement Reached
After months of discussions among California’s government officials, labor advocates, and businesses, an agreement has been reached to reform the Private Attorneys General Act (PAGA). The PAGA reform aims to…
Groundwater Recharge Efforts Gain Momentum in San Joaquin Valley
…planning and collaboration between state and local agencies. Looking ahead, stakeholders stress the importance of overcoming regulatory barriers, enhancing local infrastructure, and expanding recharge partnerships to ensure sustainable water management…
AgNet News Hour, Monday, 06-10-24
Get the latest agriculture news in today’s AgNet News Hour, hosted by Sabrina Halvorson. On today’s show, environmentalists are disappointed in Sites Reservoir clearing a regulatory challenge and strengthening global…
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…
Almond Update: RAPP Funding to Support Export Markets for California Almonds
…a $1.2 billion initiative to enhance U.S. agricultural competitiveness globally. ABC Vice President of Global, Technical, and Regulatory Affairs, Julie Adams said the RAPP funding will help support efforts in…
AgNet News Hour, Tuesday, 05-28-24
Get the latest agriculture news in today’s AgNet News Hour, hosted by Sabrina Halvorson. On today’s show, federal agencies have announced a joint regulatory plan for biotechnology, and a new…
House Passes FIT21 Act
…efforts to establish a regulatory framework. Thompson was one of the representatives to introduce the bill last year. It passed this week 279 to 136, with all but three republicans…